American Numismatic Association Archives

Van Alfen Honored with ANA Burnett Anderson Memorial Award

February 4, 2020 by Clinton

The Burnett Anderson Memorial Award for Excellence in Numismatic Writing is presented annually to a researcher, author or journalist in recognition of his or her body of work and career contributions in numismatics. First conferred posthumously to its namesake in 1999, at the American Numismatic Association’s (ANA) 108th Anniversary convention, the award is intended to recognize quality and integrity in numismatic wordsmithing of every kind. This year’s recipient is economic historian and author Peter van …

ANA and NGC to Launch ANA Registry

January 29, 2020 by Clinton

The American Numismatic Association (ANA) and Numismatic Guaranty Corporation® (NGC®) have partnered to launch the ANA Registry later this year. The ANA is the country’s largest nonprofit coin collecting organization, as well as one of the oldest and most prestigious. Founded in 1891, the ANA has approximately 25,000 members and is the only numismatic organization chartered by the US Congress. Many collectors participate in the online registry programs offered by NGC and Professional Coin Grading …

Registration Now Open for ANA Summer Seminar

January 13, 2020 by Clinton

The American Numismatic Association (ANA) has announced that registration is open for the 2020 Summer Seminar. The event will be held June 27 – July 9, 2020. As has been the case for many years, it will be held on the campus of Colorado College, which is adjacent to the ANA headquarters. Here is the full Press Release from the ANA. Registration is open for those looking to attend the American Numismatic Association’s (ANA) annual …

ANA College Scholarships Available to Young Collectors

January 8, 2020 by Clinton

Applications for college scholarships provided by the American Numismatic Association (ANA) are being accepted through March 13. The scholarship fund was established in 2014 to provide a graduating high school senior who is also a member of the ANA with $1,000 to use at the university, community college, or trade school of the student’s choice. Scholarship winners will be chosen based on numismatic merit and financial need. The scholarship can be used for tuition, books, or …

ANA Executive Director to be Recognized as Numismatic Ambassador

January 3, 2020 by Clinton

The American Numismatic Association, ANA, has announced that Executive Director Kim Kiick will be recognized as a Numismatic Ambassador next week. The honor will be bestowed at the FUN convention next week in Florida. Below is the full Press Release from the ANA. During the Florida United Numismatists 65th annual convention, American Numismatic Association Executive Director Kim Kiick will be recognized as a Numismatic Ambassador. On Friday, January 10, Dave Harper, retired editor of Numismatic News, …

Deadline to Apply for ANA Summer Seminar Scholarships Announced

December 2, 2019 by Clinton

Full and partial scholarships are available to both youths and adults who wish to attend the American Numismatic Association’s 2020 Summer Seminar in Colorado Springs, Colo. Dates for the two one-week sessions are June 27-July 2 and July 4-9. Scholarships will be awarded on the basis of merit. Successful applicants must demonstrate involvement, leadership, and accomplishments in numismatics, as well as a desire to learn more about the hobby. In addition to learning from the hobby’s most prominent …

American Numismatic Association to Host “What the Future Holds” Symposium

July 30, 2019 by Clinton

The American Numismatic Association (ANA) has announced a symposium slated for August 13, 2019 at the World’s Fair of Money in Chicago. The event is titled What the Future Holds and will feature no less than eight speakers for the symposium. The round table style discussion will center around the speakers and they will present what they believe to be the future of numismatics and factors that could influence that future. Speakers scheduled to appear …

2021 Morgan Dollar to Benefit American Numismatic Association

July 24, 2019 by Clinton

A potentially exciting new legislation is currently in the House of Representatives that could greatly impact the American Numismatic Association (ANA). Under the legislation, a Morgan and Peace dollar would be struck in 2021, both carrying the famed CC mint mark for Carson City. The legislation is H.R. 3757 and was introduced on July 16, 2019. It authorizes a maximum production of 500,000 proof and uncirculated Morgan and Peace dollars that wold be authorized under …

2021 National Money Show to be Held in Phoenix, Arizona

July 23, 2019July 23, 2019 by Clinton

The American Numismatic Association (ANA) has announced that the 2021 National Money Show will be held March 11-13, 2021 in Phoenix, Arizona. The show will take place at the Phoenix Convention Center. In addition, the ANA has announced that Kagin’s will be the official auctioneer for the 2021 show, continuing a partnership that has gone on since 2016. More details about the 2021 show will come in time but for those readers who like to …

See A Rare 1854-S Half Eagle at The World’s Fair of Money

July 25, 2019July 12, 2019 by Clinton

If you plan on making your way to the World’s Fair of Money in Chicago next month, a visit to the Museum Showcase (booth #1829) will be well worth your time. There you will see an ultra rare 1854-S Half Eagle on display. Only 268 of these were ever struck by the San Francisco Mint and now, there are only three of these known to exist. This particular coin sold an eye watering $2,160,000 at …