In its early days, the Confederate Treasury made a significant decision that set it apart from the U.S. Treasury: requiring Treasury officials to hand-sign every Treasury note and bond. Initially, this seemed reasonable under the expectation of a short war. However, as the conflict extended over four years, the Confederacy eventually printed over $1.5 billion … Read more
The United States Mint (www.USMint.gov) is set to make a significant appearance at the inaugural Great American Coin and Collectibles Show, which will take place from September 11-14, 2024, at the Tampa, Florida Convention Center. This new event, co-produced by Coin World magazine (www.CoinWorld.com) and Shepherd Expos Management, promises to be a highlight for numismatists … Read more
Prepare for a numismatic spectacle unlike any other as the Great American Coin and Collectibles Show makes its grand debut at the Tampa Convention Center from September 11th to 14th, 2024. Among the illustrious treasures to be showcased, one of America’s most renowned rare coins, the legendary 1913 Liberty Head nickel, will take center stage, … Read more
One of our very own Metropolitan Coin Club of Atlanta (MCCA) members, Norman Thomas, who recently visited the Booth Western Art Museum in Cartersville, Georgia, has graciously shared his experience and photos of a remarkable piece of numismatic art that will surely pique the interest of our community. The Booth Western Art Museum, renowned as … Read more
Whitman announces the upcoming release of the newest edition of A Guide Book of United States Paper Money, by Arthur L. and Ira S. Friedberg. Paper-money collectors and American history buffs alike will appreciate the depth of the research, the fascinating narrative, and the wealth of data provided. The fully updated eighth edition builds on … Read more
In a remarkable turn of events, a 25 Cents coin from the Netherlands, known as a kwartje, minted in 1891 during Queen Wilhelmina’s reign, has ascended to numismatic royalty. On Monday, this historic coin was sold for an astounding €1,045,000 ($1,130,376) at Heritage Auctions Europe-Cooperatief (HA-Europe), setting a new record for the highest price ever … Read more