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The Royal Mint has launched a new set of coins featuring Paris as part of its City Views series. This collection celebrates famous city landmarks and continues after its previous releases in London and Rome. The latest designs showcase the beauty of Paris, focusing on its iconic skyline and architectural wonders, especially the Eiffel Tower. … Read more
A rare gold bar from the famous shipwreck of the Atocha is going to be auctioned soon. This gold bar weighs 5 pounds and is part of a treasure auction happening from May 7 to 9 in Winter Park, Florida. The Atocha ship sank in 1622, and this gold bar is one of the largest … Read more
The upcoming auction by Baldwin’s on May 29, 2024, in London features a unique Roman coin that marks a special moment in history. This coin, called a denarius, was minted during the reign of Emperor Titus to celebrate the opening of the Colosseum in A.D. 80. Let’s explore the fascinating story behind this coin and … Read more
A fascinating exhibit at the Metropolitan Museum of Art showcases the concept of “two-sided” or multi-sided portraits from the Renaissance. These paintings and medals offer a fresh way to appreciate artwork—by examining both the front and back. Called Hidden Faces: Covered Portraits of the Renaissance, this exhibit presents how artists of that era created portable … Read more
If you haven’t looked at your coins in a while, now might be a great time to check. A new ‘error’ £1 coin is circulating, and it could be worth a lot! What’s Happening with the £1 Coin? In recent months, various rare coins have gained popularity, with some £2 coins being worth 500 times … Read more
In 2024, Latvia is paying tribute to the renowned architect Marta Stana with a special Proof silver €5 coin. Known for her work in modernist architecture during the mid-20th century, Stana left an indelible mark on Latvia’s cultural landscape. The Bank of Latvia, known as Latvijas Banka, has issued this coin to celebrate her contributions, … Read more
The much-anticipated second part of the L.E. Bruun Collection auction is set to take place from March 13 to 16, 2025, in Zürich, Switzerland. This prestigious event, organized by Stack’s Bowers Galleries, follows the record-breaking success of Part I, which took place in September 2024 in Copenhagen. With a total of €14.8 million ($16.5 million … Read more
Canada has recently honored one of its “lost designs” with a brand-new coin release. The Royal Canadian Mint (RCM) unveiled a special Wheat 5-cent coin as part of its Lost Designs from the Archives series. This series brings back unused coin designs from history, showcasing their beauty and significance. The Wheat 5-cent coin, designed by … Read more
The Royal Mint recently announced the release of three new bullion coins for 2025, celebrating legendary figures from British mythology. These coins, part of the ongoing Myths and Legends series, honor the epic tales of Beowulf and Merlin. Two of the new coins feature Beowulf and Grendel’s mother, while the third coin showcases Merlin, the … Read more
ABC Mint has launched an exciting new coin series called “Untamed Landscapes.” This collection focuses on the beautiful wildlife found in Oceania, particularly in the Pacific Islands. Made from high-quality Australian silver, each coin highlights a unique creature from this stunning region. The first coin in the series features a crocodile, with more to follow … Read more