Jim Licaretz wins the 2025 FIDEM Grand Prix

Jim Licaretz wins the FIDEM Grand Prix 2025 with his medal “Autoritratto di Fantasia.” He is the second American to win this prestigious award. Who is Jim Licaretz, and why did his medal win?
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Leipzig Coin Dealers: 35 years of girl power

On July 1, 2025, the Leipzig coin dealer and auction house Heidrun Höhn e.K. celebrated its 35th anniversary. We take a brief look back at the history of the company, which is dominated by strong women and is now holding its 109th auction.

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SINCONA’s 100th auction: Jürg Richter reminisces

Coin collectors have almost forgotten that SINCONA has only been around since May 1, 2011. In 2025 the company will hold its 100th auction. We asked Jürg Richter to share some of his memories with us.
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The London classic: the Coinex

London CoinEx takes place on the last weekend in September. It has done so for decades. Despite competition, it has not (yet) lost its appeal, at least for those interested in coins in the upper price segment.
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The Greysheet podcasts on European market developments

Greysheet & Red Book are now working with MünzenWoche to bring American collectors the latest news from the world of European numismatics.
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Goosebumps moments at COTY

Normally, award ceremonies are most exciting for those hoping to win a prize. But the ceremony for the Coin of the Year Awards 2025 surprised everyone with emotional, spine-tingling moments.
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The new CoinsWeekly site: What you can expect

The pause for reflection is over. Ursula Kampmann has been searching for a new concept and new partners. Now the new CoinsWeekly is here. Find out what it will look like here.
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George Frederick Kolbe (1941–2025)

Anyone interested in the bibliophile side of numismatics knew George Frederick Kolbe, simply because the most exciting books were offered at his auctions.
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On Our Own Account: CoinsWeekly Takes a Moment to Reflect

CoinsWeekly will be taking a break from July 4 to September 15, 2025, to perfect and implement its new concept. Look forward to opinionated commentary and in-depth numismatic information, when CoinsWeekly is back again after September 15!

The South African Mint: Africa’s Largest Mint

At the end of my trip to South Africa, I have the unique opportunity to visit the South African Mint. I’m taking you along on my visit, and that’s something very special: normally, taking photos inside the South African Mint isn’t permitted!