American Numismatic Association Archives

American Numismatic Association to Increase Security Measures at its Phoenix National Money Show

February 8, 2023 by Clinton

The following is a Press Release from the American Numismatic Association (ANA), announcing that additional security and security measures will be in place at the National Money Show in Phoenix. The new measures come after a raft of recent show and convention thefts, targeting dealers and visitors to those shows. Numismatic crime is on the rise, as evidenced by a series of thefts in the past year at major coin shows across the country – …

ANA College Scholarships Available to Young Collectors

January 30, 2023 by Clinton

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The following is a Press Release from the American Numismatic Association (ANA) announcing that it is accepting applications for its college scholarship program for young collectors. The Gerome Walton Memorial College Scholarship can be applied on the ANA’s site through March 13, 2023. It provides a $1,000 scholarship to be used at the university, community college, or trade school of the student’s choice. Applications for the Gerome Walton Memorial College Scholarship provided by the American Numismatic Association …

Money Museum Offers Free Classes for Children through 2023

December 27, 2022 by Clinton

The American Numismatic Association (ANA) has announced that it will be offering a series of free classes for children in 2023 at the Money Museum. The Money Museum is located on the ANA campus in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Families can spend time exploring a “hidden gem” of Colorado Springs – the Money Museum – at no charge, by participating in “Kids Zone” classes. Held almost every third Saturday of the month, Kids Zone programs provide …

ANA Now Accepting Nominations For Annual Awards

November 17, 2022 by Clinton

The following is a Press Release from the American Numismatic Association (ANA), announcing that it is accepting nominations for its annual awards to honor numismatists. Nominations, which must be submitted in writing or online, will be accepted through January 15, 2023. The annual awards will be presented later in 2023 at one of the ANA’s events. Each year, the American Numismatic Association (ANA) presents annual awards to deserving individuals in recognition of outstanding dedication to …

ANA Opens Registration For The 2023 National Money Show

November 17, 2022 by Clinton

The American Numismatic Association (ANA) has announced that registration for the 2023 National Money Show is open to members and the public. The 2023 National Money Show will be held March 2-4, 2023 at the Phoenix Convention Center in Phoenix, Arizona. Daily admission is free to ANA members and is $10 to the general public. For Association members, there are three events which you can register to attend while at the show: To register for …

Scholarships Available for the 2023 Summer Seminar

November 14, 2022 by Clinton

The following is a Press Release from the American Numismatic Association (ANA) announcing that applications for scholarships for the 2023 Summer Seminar are now being accepted. The 2023 Summer Seminar will be held June 17-22 and June 24-29 at Colorado College in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Editors Note: Clinton, the editor, and owner of USCoinNews, is a member of the American Numismatic Association. The American Numismatic Association (ANA) is accepting scholarship applications for its 2023 Summer Seminar, the …

ANA Establishes David Lisot Young Numismatist Scholarship

November 9, 2022 by Clinton

The following is a Press Release from the American Numismatic Association (ANA) announcing the establishment of the David Lisot Young Numismatist Scholarship, named in honor of well-known Numismatist David Lisot. Mr. Lisot passed suddenly on October 15, 2022. The ANA has set a goal of raising $25,000 for the scholarship, of which $5,000 has already been pledged. Editor’s Note: Clinton, the Editor of USCoinNews, is a member of the American Numismatic Society In memory of …

American Numismatic Association Board of Governors Approves $6.5 Million Budget for FY 2022-23

November 8, 2022 by Clinton

The following is a Press Release from the American Numismatic Association (ANA) announcing that its Financial Year 2022-2023 budget has been approved by the Board of Govenors. The budget is set at $6.5 million with $2.6 million of the budget supporting educational offerings. Editors Note: Clinton, the owner and editor of USCoinNews, is a member of the American Numismatic Association. During an October 20 teleconference, the American Numismatic Association (ANA) Board of Governors passed a …

Two Bits Podcast Returns With Second Episode on The Lincoln Cent

October 13, 2022 by Clinton

After a six month hiatus, the American Numismatic Association’s (ANA) podcast, Two Bits, has returned with a new episode. The latest episode picks up where the previous release back in April leaves off and discusses the Lincoln Cent. Join Doug and Mitch as they discuss a coin that has been touched by so many people since 1959: the Lincoln Memorial Cent. They describe the artistry of the coin (and the Memorial itself), varieties in the …

Kenneth Bressett Honored On His 75th Anniversary as an ANA Member

September 16, 2022 by Clinton

The following is a Press Release from Numismatic Guaranty Company (NGC) announcing with the American Numismatic Association a special commemoration of Kenneth Bressett on his 75th anniversary as an ANA Member. The American Numismatic Association (ANA) is celebrating the diamond anniversary of one of its most-renowned members: Kenneth Bressett. For decades, Bressett has devoted his life to promoting numismatics through his writing and teaching others. Bressett, who became a member in 1947, has taken a …