Triple Crown Awards Presented at the 2024 ANA World’s Fair of Money

The 133rd American Numismatic Association (ANA) World’s Fair of Money took place at the Rosemont Convention Center in Rosemont, Illinois, from August 6-10, 2024. On August 8, the ANA Member Awards & Donor Celebration Program was held, where ANA President Thomas J. Uram presented the prestigious ANA Triple Crown Awards. At the event, eight of … Read more

Bill Fivaz’s 90th Birthday Celebration with MCCA

The Metropolitan Coin Club of Atlanta is delighted to announce the successful celebration of esteemed numismatist Bill Fivaz’s 90th birthday at their recent club meeting on February 17. The event, organized by the club where Bill serves as a member and on its board of directors, was a memorable occasion filled with camaraderie, reflections, and … Read more

The Near Perfect Counterfeit Coin

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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 … Read more

World War II Wonders

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. Arguably, there were more interesting … Read more

Bill Fivaz Donates Early Silver Dollar Files to The Institute

Cherrypickers’ Guide coauthor 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 on discovery … Read more