American Numismatic Association Archives

Two Bits Podcast: Episode 9: Saint-Gaudens and the Renaissance of American Coinage

May 28, 2021 by Clinton

The American Numismatic Association (ANA) has released Episode 9 of its new-for-last-year podcast, Two Bits. In this episode, hosts Doug and Mitch discuss Augusts Saint-Gaudens and his gold double eagle and his role in the renaissance of American coinage. Join Doug and Mitch as they discuss Augustus Saint-Gaudens and his gold double eagle. They describe his monumental sculptural work, his vital role in the Renaissance of American Coinage, and the challenges involved in making his coins …

Chicago World’s Fair of Money® Gets the Green Light

May 7, 2021 by Clinton

2021 Chicago World's Fair of Money Banner (Image Courtesy of The American Numismatic Association)

After multiple rumors indicating that this year’s World’s Fair of Money in Chicago was to be cancelled, the American Numismatic Association (ANA) has put them to rest. The Association confirmed that the event, which will be held in Rosemont, Illinois just outside of Chicago, is going ahead as normal after the venue announced that it is resuming trade shows and events. Coin collectors can breathe a sigh of relief. The Donald E. Stephens Convention Center …

The Two Bits Podcast – An Interview with Ken Bressett

April 19, 2021 by Clinton

The American Numismatic Association (ANA) has released Episode 8 of its new-for-last-year podcast, Two Bits. In this episode, Doug Mudd and Mitch Sanders have an interview with famed Numismatists Ken Bressett. If you have been a collector for any amount of time, you’ve likely heard the name Ken Bressett. He is a the editor of the famous “Red Book” and has dozens of other publications to his name. He is one of the stalwarts of …

National Coin Week – Join The ANA for $5

April 19, 2021 by Clinton

National Coin Week Banner (Image Courtesy of ANA)

If you have been on the fence about joining the American Numismatic Association (ANA), all of your excuses may have been eliminated. To celebrate National Coin Week this week, the ANA is offering a gold level membership for just $5 for the year. Normally, the gold level membership is $30 per year so this is a big savings that the Association is offering to new members. So what does the gold membership to the ANA …

ANA to Offer Free Webinars Offered During National Coin Week

April 15, 2021 by Clinton

The American Numismatic Association (ANA) has announced that it will be offering a range of free webinars to the public during National Coin Week. National Coin Week is next week, April 18-24. Registration for the webinars is required and can be done at info.money.org/ncw-webinars. Editors Note: Clinton, the editor of USCoinNews.com, is a member of the American Numismatic Association In celebration of National Coin Week (NationalCoinWeek.org), April 18-24, the American Numismatic Association (ANA) is offering …

Candidates Announced for ANA Board of Governors

April 9, 2021 by Clinton

The following is a Press Release from the American Numismatic Association (ANA) announcing the candidates for the ANA Board of Governors for 2021. Elections for the ANA’s board occur every two years and all of the terms for current board members are set to expire this year. A total of 12 people received the required 25 nominations from individual ANA members and/or clubs to be considered. Every two years, the terms of all American Numismatic …

Money Talks Speakers Wanted for Chicago World’s Fair of Money

April 8, 2021 by Clinton

The following is a Press Release from the American Numismatic Association (ANA) encouraging members of the Association to consider becoming a Money Talks presenter at the 2021 World’s Fair of Money. This year, the World’s Fair of Money will be held from August 10-14, 2021 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in the Chicago suburb of Rosemont, Illinois. American Numismatic Association (ANA) members are encouraged to share their ideas and research with fellow hobbyists …

American Numismatic Association Selects Colorado Springs for 2022 National Money Show

April 2, 2021 by Clinton

The following is a Press Release from the American Numismatic Association (ANA) announcing that the 2022 National Money Show will take place March 10-12,2022 at the Broadmoor Resort in Colorado Springs, Colorado. This will be the first National Money Show since 2020 as the 2021 show scheduled for Phoenix was cancelled. The American Numismatic Association (ANA) has selected Colorado Springs, Colo., as the host city for the 2022 National Money Show® (NationalMoneyShow.com). The event is …

Celebrate “Money, Big & BOLD” During 2021 National Coin Week

March 26, 2021 by Clinton

The American Numismatic Association (ANA) has announced a series on online events and learning opportunities during National Coin Week. National Coin Week celebrates the historical, cultural, artistic and economic importance of money. Collecting silver dollars has long been a favorite of coin collectors. One hundred years ago, the U.S. Mint reintroduced the Morgan dollar to circulation after a 16-year absence. Later that year, production began on a new silver coin, the Peace dollar. Fifty years …

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 …