Stack’s Bowers Galleries today announced the return of Richard Gonzales as its Director of Gold Trading. Mr. Gonzales has over 30 years of experience in numismatics, precious metals and generic gold. Continue reading
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CoinWeek Interviews Whitman Author Harlan J. Berk
Noted numismatist and author of Whitman’s 100 Greatest Ancient Coins, Harlan J. Berk recently gave an exclusive interview to Coin Week, in which he discussed his love of numismatics and collecting the coins of antiquity.
Obsolete Paper Money Series: Another Whitman Gem From Q. David Bowers
Whitman Publishing announces the release of volume 6 of the Whitman Encyclopedia of Obsolete Paper Money, by Q. David Bowers. In 496 pages it covers the early bank currency of the states of Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina. The book debuted at the FUN (Florida United Numismatists) show in January 2016, and now can be ordered from booksellers and hobby shops nationwide and online (including at www.Whitman.com), for $69.95. It can also be borrowed for free as a benefit of membership in the American Numismatic Association, through the Dwight N. Manley Numismatic Library. Continue reading
Immersing Yourself In A World of Gold Coins
What’s old-fashioned but never goes out of style? A gold coin in your Christmas stocking! If you were lucky enough to get one as a gift or if you’re simply interested in learning more about U.S. gold coins, read on.
Congratulations to Northern Illinois Coin & Stamp, Inc., Official Master Supplier of the Whitman Expo
Whitman Coin and Collectibles Baltimore Expo is pleased to announce, beginning with our March 31 – April 3, 2016 Expo, that Northern Illinois Coin & Stamp, Inc. will be our official Master Supplier. We look forward to working with Jim and his staff at NICS. Continue reading
Famous Rarities: The MCMVII Ultra High Relief Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle
There are only two surviving examples of the fabulous 1907 Ultra High Relief double eagle, and there is only one place to see them: the Smithsonian Institution. But what makes these coins so rare – and even illegal?
A “Note” (Or Two) of Holiday Cheer
While Christmas is just a couple of weeks away, the stores have been filled with red and green decorations since just before Halloween. For those of us don’t have holiday overload, here’s a look at some currency touched with good cheer.
Baltimore World Coin Sale Achieves Stellar Results!
Stack’s Bowers Galleries is pleased to announce results of their recent November Baltimore Sale of World Coins, World Paper Money and Ancient Coins, held November 5th through 10th in conjunction with the Whitman Coin & Collectibles Winter Expo. Continue reading
Stack’s Bowers Galleries November 2015 Baltimore Auction Realizes Over $7.9 Million, With Over $5 Million In U.S. Coins
Once again, the Stack’s Bowers Galleries Official Auction of the Whitman Coins & Collectibles Baltimore Expo attracted great excitement. The sale comprised six separate offerings of United States coins, beginning with a Rarities Night session and concluding with two Internet Only sessions. With spirited activity overall, the November Baltimore U.S. coin auction garnered over $5 million. The event also included U.S. currency and world coins and currency, bringing the total prices realized to over $7.9 million. All prices include the buyer’s premium. Continue reading
Ultimate, Mega Deals From Whitman Publishing
The holidays are just around the corner, and if you’re planning ahead, Whitman Publishing has the perfect gifts for your favorite numismatists with the Ultimate and Mega Coin Supply Kits.