There are two excellent sites on YouTube that offer numismatic information programs that I know you will enjoy. I visit them daily and always come away with increased knowledge in many phases of the hobby. I strongly suggest that you visit both.. One is hosted by Ben (“The Coin Geek”) who owns Old Pueblo Coin […]
1945-S Jefferson Nickel Full Steps The World War II years were difficult years historically, but they were also incredibly important years numismatically. During the 1942-1945 span, some of the most significant ( and valuable) coin rarities were minted, possibly due in part to the loss of experienced workers at the U.S. Mint to the service. […]
Bill Fivaz Noted Variety collector Bill Fivaz, co-author of the Cherrypickers’ Guide donated a box of early historical files and records about Morgan and Peace silver dollars to The Institute of Silver Dollar Education and Research. According to Dr. Michael S. Fey, The Institute’s Chairman, this represents some of the earliest research and development efforts […]
The American Numismatic Association Summer Seminar is a once-a-year opportunity for numismatic learning and camaraderie that offers students a varied selection of week-long courses designed for discovery or continued study. Metropolitan Coin Club of Atlanta members Michael, Josh, Bruce, and Richard attended the American Numismatic Association summer seminar, June 25-30, 2022. Summer Seminar is held […]
National Coin Week is next month! Celebrate “Dynamic Designs, Artistic Masterpieces” with activities that focus on the incredible artistry on coins and paper money throughout history, and the talented artists who create it. There are a few different ways to get involved – Starting April 17, hobbyists can answer daily trivia questions for the chance […]
Those of you who are “old-timers” will remember club member Bill Fivaz’s famous mystery box auction lot that he puts in a club auction every two to three years. Well, Fivaz announced at the November 20, 2021, club meeting that another one of his popular mystery boxes will be in the club’s December 4, 2021, […]
This announcement could seem like an April Fools’ Day joke, but it is not. The City of Dunwoody recreation program coordinator Kate Borden announced on Monday, March 1, 2021, the Dunwoody North Shallowford Annex will re-open Thursday, April 1, 2021, under strict guidelines for events and programs. The North Shallowford Annex is an indoor facility […]
The Early Date US Large Cent Rapid Attribution Guide by a Metropolitan Coin Club of Atlanta young numismatist, Thomas Walker, is a new work carefully designed to help beginning and expert collectors alike with attributing early date large cents. The 186-page paperback is available from Amazon.com for $44.95. It incorporates a novel approach including instantly […]
We know it is difficult to get together for meetings and there haven’t been many coin shows this year. But we don’t want your interest in the hobby to suffer! That’s why Coin World is proud to offer current Coin Club Members a FREE 30-Day trial of Coin World’s Digital Edition. You’ll have access to […]
Manila Mint (Old La Intendencia Building) Join host David Crenshaw and presenter John Phipps for the club’s inaugural educational webinar series. The webinars are in lieu of the club’s canceled meetings during these unprecedented times of the coronavirus pandemic and will be live the first and third Saturday each month at 7:00 p.m. ET if […]