American Numismatic Association Archives

American Numismatic Association Updates Website

June 28, 2023 by Clinton

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 …

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

June 20, 2023 by Clinton

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. …

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

June 16, 2023 by Clinton

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 …

NGC Grading On-site at ANA World’s Fair of Money

June 16, 2023 by Clinton

Numismatic Guaranty Company (NGC) has announced that it will offer on-site grading at the World’s Fair of Money. The American Numismatic Association’s World’s Fair of Money will take place in Pittsburgh, PA from August 8-10. NGC will offer on-site grading and encapsulation of US coins at the ANA World’s Fair of Money in Pittsburgh, PA from Tuesday, August 8 through 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 10. Coins will be returned by the end of the …

Rare 1937 Edward VIII Proof Set in Tyrant Collection Exhibit at ANA Pittsburgh Convention

June 14, 2023 by Clinton

Hundreds of historic English coins from the extensive and unprecedented Tyrant Collection (www.TheTyrantCollection.com) will be displayed at the American Numismatic Association’s 2023 Pittsburgh World’s Fair of Money®, August 8-12 (www.WorldsFairofMoney.com). The 300-coins exhibit will include a rare surviving example of England’s first gold coin as well as one of the few known 1656 Cromwell 50 Shillings pattern gold coins, and the only privately-owned complete King Edward VIII pattern proof set produced in 1937 by the Royal Mint. It will …

Ian Russell Named ANA Dealer of the Year; Joe Zelinski Recognized as Outstanding Adult Advisor

June 14, 2023 by Clinton

The American Numismatic Association (ANA) is recognizing two members that have exhibited an influential, and positive presence within the numismatic community. The Outstanding Adult Advisor will be awarded during the Pittsburgh World’s Fair of Money® Member Awards and Donor Celebration Thursday, Aug. 10 from 3-4:30 p.m. in Ballroom B at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center. The ANA Dealer of the Year will be awarded at the convention’s 132nd Anniversary Awards Banquet, Friday, Aug. 11 …

American Numismatic Association to Host Coin of the Year Award Ceremony at Pittsburgh World’s Fair of Money

June 9, 2023 by Clinton

The Coin of the Year (COTY) program, a competition that recognizes outstanding coin designs worldwide, will hold its award ceremony during the American Numismatic Association’s (ANA) 2023 World’s Fair of Money (worldsfairofmoney.com). The ceremony is in-person after a three-year hiatus due to the pandemic and is set for 3:30-4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 9 at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center. The event is free and open to the public. Starting with 500 coins from 50 …

Finest Set of Saint-Gaudens Double Eagles at ANA Pittsburgh Show

June 8, 2023 by Clinton

The following is a Press Release announcing that the finest set of Saint-Gaudens Double Eagles will be on display at the upcoming American Numismatic Association’s (ANA) World’s Fair of Money. The set is insured for an eye-watering $25 million. The World’s Fair of Money will be held August 8-12 in Pittsburgh. The finest set of historic Saint-Gaudens Double Eagles will be publicly displayed for the first time anywhere at the American Numismatic Association 2023 Pittsburgh …

ANA Honors Distinguished Numismatists with Awards

June 7, 2023 by Clinton

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Every year, the American Numismatic Association (ANA) recognizes members who go above and beyond with their service and dedication to numismatics. The following awards, which are presented at the World’s Fair of Money®, will be awarded during the Member & Awards Celebration Thursday, Aug. 10, from 3-4:30 p.m. in Ballroom B at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center in Pittsburgh, PA and during the 132nd Anniversary Awards Banquet, Friday, Aug. 11 from 7-10 p.m. in …

Pittsburgh World’s Fair of Money Convention Medal Designed by Renowned Artist Jamie Franki

April 25, 2023 by Clinton

The following is a Press Release from the American Numismatic Society (ANA) revealing the design of this year’s World’s Fair of Money medal. Artist Jamie Franki designed the medal, and it will be available in various sizes, both bronze and silver. You can find images of the Jamie Franki designed medal below. The American Numismatic Association’s (ANA) World’s Fair of Money® (WorldsFairOfMoney.com) is being hosted at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center in Pittsburgh, PA, …