American Numismatic Association Bestows Highest Honors to Mike Fuljenz and Joseph Boling at the 2023 World’s Fair of Money

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The following is a Press Release from the American Numismatic Association (ANA) announcing that Mike Fuljenz will be honored with the Chester L. Krause Memorial Distinguished Service Award and Joseph Boling will be inducted into the ANA’s Hall of Fame next week at the World’s Fair of Money in Pittsburgh. The American Numismatic Association (ANA) is bestowing its highest award – the Chester L. Krause Memorial Distinguished Service Award, and inducting a new Numismatic Hall of Fame collector …

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CCAC Public Forum at World’s Fair of Money

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The Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) has announced that it will be hosting a public forum during the American Numismatic Association’s World’s Fair of Money convention. The public forum will take place in Room 336 of the David L. Lawrence Convention Center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on Aug. 9 at 5:00 PM Eastern. “As avid members of the hobby like you, Committee members have strong opinions about the designs for circulating and commemorative coins and medals …

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Exceptional Numismatic Writers Receive ANA Awards

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The following is a Press Release from the American Numismatic Association (ANA) announcing its 2023 Numismatic writers awards. The awards for writers consist of multiple numismatic books and articles, as well as those from you numismatists. The American Numismatic Association’s 2023 literary awards – recognizing articles published in the 2022 volume of its official magazine, The Numismatist – will be presented during the Member Awards and Donor Celebration at the Pittsburgh World’s Fair of Money® on Aug. 10. …

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Harris, Sieloff Receive ANA 2023 College Scholarships

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The American Numismatic Association (ANA) has awarded 2023 college scholarships to Spencer Harris from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and Zachary Sieloff from Okemos, Michigan. Each winner will receive a $1,000 scholarship to use toward tuition at an institution of their choice. “The annual scholarship provides the American Numismatic Association an opportunity to recognize young numismatists making an impact in the world,” says ANA Education Director Christian Strayhorn, “not only in numismatics, but also in their own fields. By assisting these fine recipients with higher …

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ANA Recognizes Numismatist of the Year, Young Numismatist of the Year

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One long-time numismatist and one budding collector are being recognized with American Numismatic Association (ANA) awards for their devotion to the hobby. The Numismatist of the Year is being awarded during the Pittsburgh World’s Fair of Money® 132nd Anniversary Awards Banquet, 7-10 p.m. in the Allegheny Ballroom at The Westin Pittsburgh. The Young Numismatist of the Year was presented during this year’s annual Summer Seminar event. The Numismatist of the Year award recognizes collectors at the regional …

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Years of Numismatic Dedication Lead to Prestigious Awards from American Numismatic Association

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The American Numismatic Association (ANA) is presenting its Elvira Clain-Stefanelli Memorial Award for Achievement in Numismatics and Medal of Merit honors to members that have left indelible marks within the numismatic community. The recipients will be recognized during the World’s Fair of Money® in Pittsburgh, August 8-12. The Elvira Clain-Stefanelli Memorial Award for Achievement in Numismatics is presented annually to a woman who has made significant contributions to numismatics through her research, leadership, and/or mentorship, and who has …

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Rare Double Eagles Return To Their Home State For ANA Convention Display

Unique 1910 Experimental Finish Double Eagle

The unique Experimental Finish 1910 Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle, described by researchers as “one of the most important recent discoveries in 20th century American numismatics,” will be displayed alongside the finer of the two known Satin Finish Proof 1921 Saints at the American Numismatic Association 2023 Pittsburgh World’s Fair of Money®. It is the first time these multi-million-dollar, Philadelphia Mint coins will be publicly exhibited together in their home state of Pennsylvania. The coins are from the …

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American Numismatic Association Updates Website

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The American Numismatic Association (ANA) is excited to announce a major upgrade to its website – money.org. The new money.org promises an improved user experience, enhanced capabilities on any device, and an exciting world of numismatic discovery for both ANA members and the general public. The first iteration of money.org was developed on a custom-designed platform exclusively for the Association nearly a decade ago. Although appropriate for the times, the inability of the site to incorporate new design capabilities and …

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Library Cardholders Can Enjoy Free Admission to Money Museum, July 8

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The Money Museum, a Culture Pass partner with the Pikes Peak Library District (PPLD), is celebrating Culture Pass Discount Days on Friday, July 8, offering free admission to Museum attendees that are also PPLD cardholders. Culture Pass gives library cardholders the chance to explore museums and attractions in the Pikes Peak region at no cost using their library card. The PPLD Culture Pass program increases opportunities for education and cultural learning, creating connections between books and hands-on experiences. …

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Today’s Deal – ANA Grading Standards for United States Coins

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Today’s Deal is on a book that every collector should have in their library, The Official ANA Grading Standards for United States Coins. This 384-page book gives collectors details descriptions and images of United States coins to help them determine the grade of a coin. It truly is a must-have book for collectors to help them learn the art and science of coin grading. I wrote a review of this book several years ago if …

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