What is a Kontorniat?

11 August 2026

The word ‘Kontorniat’ comes from Italian and is derived from the Italian ‘contorno’ (= edge). You can find out here what cultural and historical phenomenon lies behind these numismatic objects.

11 August 2026

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Boston Is Getting a Museum of American Finance

Boston is opening a new Museum of American Finance: Discover rare banknotes, U.S. financial history, and interactive exhibits exploring the world of money.

10 August 2026

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What collectors really look for

Preservation, patina and centring often determine how impressive a coin appears. This article explains what collectors look for and how quality can be better assessed.

4 August 2026

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Update on US Tariffs on Coins

And once again, President Trump has announced new tariffs. The good news is: They do not appear to affect coins and collectibles.

31 July 2026

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Understanding the inscriptions on ancient coins.

Inscriptions on ancient coins help to identify rulers, titles and coin emissions. Find out how to interpret coin legends and put them to practical use.

28 July 2026

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Third Evento Numismático in Madrid a resounding success

The Evento Numismático took place in Madrid for the third time. And once again, it was a resounding success. The Evento Numismático has established itself as a fixture in the numismatic calendar.

24 July 2026

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Numismatic hoards

Hidden coins, a rich history: Discover what numismatic hoards reveal about the circulation of money, times of crisis, provenance and historical contexts.

21 July 2026

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From 10,000 to 325,000 euros: Catherine the Great dominates the auction

The Heidelberger Münzhandlung offered a 10-ruble coin of Catherine the Great at auction 92, starting at €10,000. It climbed to €325,000. We explain why, and what makes this coin so special.

21 July 2026

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Contemporary coins: a reflection of our times

To what extent do contemporary coins reflect our times and our sensibilities? Ursula Kampmann illustrates this using CIT’s ‘Scottish Highlands’ coin.

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