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
Attention all coin enthusiasts! The highly anticipated Greater American Coin Convention (GACC) is just around the corner, and it promises to be an event you won’t want to miss. Scheduled for September, the show is rapidly approaching, and preparations are well underway. Larry Shepherd, President of Shepherd Expos Management, has shared some exciting updates and … Read more
Attention coin enthusiasts! The American Numismatic Association (ANA) has unveiled its completely updated and redesigned Numismatic Diploma Program (NDP), an excellent opportunity for anyone eager to deepen their knowledge and appreciation of numismatics. Spearheaded by the ANA’s Education Director, Christian Strayhorn, this revamped program offers a fresh, engaging, and interactive approach to learning about the … Read more
We are thrilled to announce that James Sego, founder and president of JMS Coins in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, has been elected as the new President of the Professional Numismatists Guild (PNG) for the 2024-2026 term. James Sego brings a wealth of experience and dedication to his new role, having served on the PNG Board of … Read more