Seleucus I Nicator (312–280 BC),
AR tetradrachm, Susa.
Condition: beautiful patina, near ef.
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Christian IV (1588–1648),
Speciedaler 1635, Christiana (Oslo).
Condition: rare, vf+ .
Johann Kaspar (1664–1684),
double ducat 1666.
Condition: rare, ef.
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5 gold guilders, 1528 (minted 1614–1620),
bearing the title of Charles V.
Condition: slightly worked, ef.
Carl Friedrich (1806–1811),
Rhine gold ducat 1807.
Condition: rare, near ef/ef.
Wilhelm II. (1891-1918),
3 Mark 1916 F.
Condition: first strike
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Collection from the estate of
Willi Stoph (SED official).
Set of decorations, including a certificate and
a charcoal drawing.
Condition: very rare, ef.
50 Marks,
January 5, 1899.
Condition: very rare, III-/IV+.
People and markets
The Munich Show 2026: A promising start
It was a first: the Munich Show, Europe’s largest trade fair for minerals, gemstones and fossils, featured a dedicated numismatic section for the first time. Those who attended were very satisfied.
read more at our partner SIXBID
The Coin Conference 2026: What is the future of coins?
From 28 to 30 Sep. 2026, representatives from central banks and mints gathered in Budapest. They discussed the current state and future of coins. Find out more about whether or not we will still be paying with coins in 10 years’ time.
read more at our partner SIXBID
Heritage establishes a philately department
On 24 September 2026, Heritage announced that it was setting up its own ‘Philately’ department. To this end, Heritage is collaborating with Charles Shreve and Tracy Carey, who both worked for Heritage more than 35 years ago.
read more at our partner SIXBID
Numisfero continues Verona’s numismatic tradition
The famous Veronafil is moving to Bologna. Does this spell the end of the numismatic tradition of Verona’s collectors’ fairs? No. Because a group of coin enthusiasts have launched a new event called Numisfero.
read more at our partner SIXBID
Interesting coin fairs in Germany, Italy, Switzerland and the Czech Republic
Over the coming weekends, coin enthusiasts will be spoilt for choice: which of the many coin fairs should they visit? We’re here to help you decide.
read more at our partner SIXBID
Coins, Medals and more
Nero wants to perform
The fact that the Greek world appreciated Nero’s musical performances is evidenced by Alexandrian coinage. We present examples from the Emporium Hamburg 112 auction, which takes place from 23 to 26 November 2026
read more at our partner SIXBID
Quintus Labienus: Traitor or Failed Savior of the Republic?
For centuries, historians viewed Quintus Labienus as a megalomaniacal traitor to the Roman cause. Was he truly so? Or, after Brutus’ defeat, did he attempt to save the Roman Republic on his own? What do his coins reveal?
read more at our partner SIXBID
New findings regarding the issue of the “Raxalpe” commemorative thaler
On 22 September 2026, Künker auctioned a “Raxalpentaler” from the Wenzel collection. Numismatic literature claims that only 100 specimens were issued. We now have new information: the archives of the Austrian Tourist Club hold the exact figures!
read more at our partner SIXBID
Duke Albrecht V, Emperor Ludwig the Bavarian and the Habsburgs
On 18 and 19 November 2026, NAC will auction a further part of the Traveller Collection. We would like to present a quite special piece from this collection: a 25-ducat donative struck by the Duke of Bavaria. It is remarkable not only because of its estimate of CHF 150,000, but also because it mentions a ruler who had already been dead for two centuries at the time it was struck. We explain why.
read more at our partner SIXBID
Where Coinage Began
An auction by Numismatica Genevensis SA takes us back to the very beginning of coinage. NGSA presents 49 exquisite electrum coins of the utmost rarity and archaic beauty from the Baron Lorne Thyssen-Bornemisza Collection and various other owners. Join us on a numismatic journey through time. We’ll take you to where our coinage began.
read more at our partner SIXBID
Nero wants to perform
The fact that the Greek world appreciated Nero’s musical performances is evidenced by Alexandrian coinage. We present examples from the Emporium Hamburg 112 auction, which takes place from 23 to 26 November 2026
read more at our partner SIXBID
Quintus Labienus: Traitor or Failed Savior of the Republic?
For centuries, historians viewed Quintus Labienus as a megalomaniacal traitor to the Roman cause. Was he truly so? Or, after Brutus’ defeat, did he attempt to save the Roman Republic on his own? What do his coins reveal?
read more at our partner SIXBID
New findings regarding the issue of the “Raxalpe” commemorative thaler
On 22 September 2026, Künker auctioned a “Raxalpentaler” from the Wenzel collection. Numismatic literature claims that only 100 specimens were issued. We now have new information: the archives of the Austrian Tourist Club hold the exact figures!
read more at our partner SIXBID
Duke Albrecht V, Emperor Ludwig the Bavarian and the Habsburgs
On 18 and 19 November 2026, NAC will auction a further part of the Traveller Collection. We would like to present a quite special piece from this collection: a 25-ducat donative struck by the Duke of Bavaria. It is remarkable not only because of its estimate of CHF 150,000, but also because it mentions a ruler who had already been dead for two centuries at the time it was struck. We explain why.
read more at our partner SIXBID
Where Coinage Began
An auction by Numismatica Genevensis SA takes us back to the very beginning of coinage. NGSA presents 49 exquisite electrum coins of the utmost rarity and archaic beauty from the Baron Lorne Thyssen-Bornemisza Collection and various other owners. Join us on a numismatic journey through time. We’ll take you to where our coinage began.
read more at our partner SIXBID
The Munich Show 2026: A promising start
It was a first: the Munich Show, Europe’s largest trade fair for minerals, gemstones and fossils, featured a dedicated numismatic section for the first time. Those who attended were very satisfied.
read more at our partner SIXBID
The Coin Conference 2026: What is the future of coins?
From 28 to 30 Sep. 2026, representatives from central banks and mints gathered in Budapest. They discussed the current state and future of coins. Find out more about whether or not we will still be paying with coins in 10 years’ time.
read more at our partner SIXBID
Heritage establishes a philately department
On 24 September 2026, Heritage announced that it was setting up its own ‘Philately’ department. To this end, Heritage is collaborating with Charles Shreve and Tracy Carey, who both worked for Heritage more than 35 years ago.
read more at our partner SIXBID
Numisfero continues Verona’s numismatic tradition
The famous Veronafil is moving to Bologna. Does this spell the end of the numismatic tradition of Verona’s collectors’ fairs? No. Because a group of coin enthusiasts have launched a new event called Numisfero.
read more at our partner SIXBID
Interesting coin fairs in Germany, Italy, Switzerland and the Czech Republic
Over the coming weekends, coin enthusiasts will be spoilt for choice: which of the many coin fairs should they visit? We’re here to help you decide.
read more at our partner SIXBID