American Numismatic Association Archives

Money Museum Participates in First Friday Downtown

March 22, 2021 by Clinton

The American Numismatic Association (ANA) has announced that it will be opening the Money Museum as part of Colorado Springs, Colorado’s First Friday Downtown. The event will allow the general public to view three main exhibits at the Money Museum free-of-charge starting April 2 through September during the hours of 4:00 PM through to 7:00 PM. The Money Museum and the ANA are located in Colorado Springs. Discover how cultures have developed through the lens …

ANA Resumes Library Lending To Members Today

March 18, 2021 by Clinton

The American Numismatic Association (ANA) has announced that it will resume lending to association members from the Dwight N. Manley Numismatic Library. The library has effectively been closed for a year as the association took measures to protect staff and members throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. In fact, the shutdown last year was so quick that those who had books and materials on loan from the library were asked to keep it for several months. Members …

American Numismatic Association to Host “Dealer Day” Prior to Chicago World’s Fair of Money

March 9, 2021 by Clinton

The following is a Press Release from the American Numismatic Association (ANA) announcing a Dealer Day will take place prior to the start of the World’s Fair of Money in August. The day set aside for dealers will take place on Monday, August 9, 20201 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, IL. The American Numismatic Association (money.org) will conduct its first-ever “Dealer Day” on Monday, August 9, in the Chicago suburb of …

Classic Commemorative Coins Online Resource Debuts on Money.org

February 16, 2021 by Clinton

The following is a press release from the American Numismatic Association (ANA) announcing a new online resource focusing on the United States Mint’s early silver commemorative coins. The resource, free to access on the ANA’s site, provides detailed images and information on commemorative coins produced by the Mint from 1892 to 1954. Commemorative coins are minted to memorialize specific people, places and historical events, and are often prized by collectors for their unique and beautiful …

Two Bits Podcast Episode 7: Ancient Greek Coinage Now Available

January 29, 2021January 29, 2021 by Clinton

The American Numismatic Association (ANA) has released Episode 7 of their official podcast, Two Bits. The one hour and fifteen minute episode discusses the history, economics, and artistry of coinage of the ancient Greek world. Join Doug and Mitch as they discuss the history, economics, and artistry of coinage in the Greek world. They also offer suggestions for starting an affordable collection of these ancient artifacts, and review some recommended reference works. Find out why …

American Numismatic Association 2021 Summer Seminar Cancelled

January 25, 2021January 21, 2021 by Clinton

The American Numismatic Association (ANA) today announced that its 2021 Summer Seminar, scheduled for June and July this year, has been cancelled. The primary reason for the cancellation is the overwhelming cost of hosting the event as the normal location was not available to the Association due to COVID-19 restrictions. Several members also expressed concerns about traveling during the ongoing pandemic that has now claimed over 400,000 lives in the United States. The ANA will …

ANA College Scholarships Available to Young Collectors

January 8, 2021 by Clinton

The following is a press release from the American Numismatic Association (ANA) announcing that the ANA college scholarships available to young collectors is now open for application. Applications can be submitted now through March 12, 2021 with the scholarship of $1000 being available to high school seniors who plan to go to university, college or a trade school. Applications for college scholarships provided by the American Numismatic Association (ANA) are being accepted through March 12. …

Phoenix 2021 National Money Show Officially Cancelled

December 18, 2020 by Clinton

The following is a Press Release sent to the Numismatic press from the American Numismatic Association (ANA). The Association has announced that the 2021 National Money show, slated to be held in Phoenix, Arizona March 11-13, 2021, has been cancelled due to concerns with the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The board voted 7-2 to cancel the event with concerns about safety to members, dealers, staff and visitors as the United States continues to struggle with the …

ANA Announces Dates for 2021 Summer Seminar Series

November 20, 2020 by Clinton

The American Numismatic Association (ANA) has announced the dates for the 2021 Summer Seminar Series. As has been the case previously, there will be two sessions. The first will be held June 19-24, 2021 while the second will be conducted June 26-July 1, 2021. Currently the plan is to host the 2021 Summer Seminar series in person, but the location is still undecided. Traditionally, the ANA has held the vent at Colorado College in Colorado …

ANA’s Two Bits Podcast Episode 6 Released

November 9, 2020 by Clinton

The American Numismatic Association (ANA) has released Episode 6 of their popular podcast, Two Bits. This episode is titled The Dawn of Coinage and covers the early history of coinage as a payment system. Join Doug and Mitch as they delve into the origins of coinage of the ancient world. They discuss the challenges of the barter system, the spread of metallic standards, and the invention of coinage as we know it. Find out why …