American Numismatic Association Archives

Free Educational Webinars Provided During National Coin Week, April 21-27

April 18, 2024 by Clinton

The American Numismatic Association has announced that it will be hosting educational webinars, free to everyone, during National Coin Week. National Coin Week is April 21-27, 2024. National Coin Week, April 21-27, 2024, is a prime time to introduce the public to the joys of coin collecting. Whether a new or seasoned collector, there is something for everyone during National Coin Week (nationalcoinweek.org). Organized by the American Numismatic Association (ANA), the celebratory week is filled …

The Gateway to a World of Numismatic Education, Available April 29

April 16, 2024 by Clinton

Over the last year, the American Numismatic Association’s (ANA) education department has been revising and creating learning opportunities for ANA members. These exclusive member benefits can be accessed on the first day of the ANA eLearning Academy launch, April 29 (money.org/education).Whether a novice enthusiast eager to learn the basics or a seasoned collector seeking advanced insights, the eLearning Academy is the go-to resource for numismatic education. “This member-only resource is designed to reflect the School …

Idaho Young Numismatist Is 2024 PNG Scholarship Recipient

April 16, 2024 by Clinton

2024 PNG scholarship winner Donivan Floyd

A young numismatist from Coeur D’ Alene, Idaho, Donivan Floyd, 19, is the winner of the 2024 Professional Numismatists Guild’s (www.PNGdealers.org) annual scholarship award competition. The PNG scholarship will cover airfare, tuition for one of the two June 2024 American Numismatic Association (www.money.org) Summer Seminar sessions, meals, and dormitory accommodations on the campus of Colorado College, adjacent to the ANA headquarters,” said PNG Executive Director John Feigenbaum. Floyd grew up in a coin shop, DJ’s Coins & Collectables owned by his father David …

ANA Money Museum Celebrates National Coin Week with Free Admission and Family Activities

April 15, 2024 by Clinton

The following is a Press Release from the American Numismatic Association (ANA) announcing that the ANA Money Museum, located in Colorado Springs, Colorado, will offer free admission during National Coin Week. Every coin, every piece of paper money in your pocket, wallet, or purse has a story to tell about history, according to the American Numismatic Association (ANA) (money.org). These stories will be celebrated during the 100th anniversary for National Coin Week (NationalCoinWeek.org), April 21-27, 2024. The …

Look Closely at Your Money During National Coin Week

April 15, 2024 by Clinton

Every coin, every piece of paper money in your pocket, wallet, or purse has a story to tell about history, and the stories will be celebrated by collectors nationwide during the 100th anniversary of National Coin Week (NationalCoinWeek.org), April 21-27, 2024. You might also find something valuable in your pocket change. “To encourage everyone to closely look at their money, during National Coin Week some dealers and collectors around the country will be deliberately placing …

Exhibit Award Winners Announced for 2024 National Money Show

April 4, 2024 by Clinton

The American Numismatic Association (ANA) presented 23 competitive exhibit awards at the 2024 Colorado Springs National Money Show®. Winners were announced at the Exhibit Awards Presentation & Reception on Saturday, March 16. Eddie Swanson received the Steven D’Ipollito Award for Excellence in Numismatic Exhibiting (best of show) for his exhibit, “Presidents of the Progressive Era (1897-1920).” The second place D’Ipollito Award was presented to Michael T. Shutterly for “Heavenly Gold.” Third place was also awarded to Shutterly …

American Numismatic Association to Host 2025 National Money Show® in Atlanta, Georgia

April 1, 2024 by Clinton

The following is a Press Release from the American Numismatic Association (ANA), announcing that the 2025 National Money Show will be held in Atlanta, Georgia. The dates for the event are February 27-March 1, 2025. On Monday, March 25, the American Numismatic Association (ANA) distributed a press release, “Over 3,500 Money Enthusiasts Turn Out for the 2024 National Money Show in Colorado Springs.” In this release, the ANA incorrectly stated dates for the recently approved …

New Refreshed Contents Tool to Launch in April Edition of The Numismatist Online

March 26, 2024 by Clinton

The American Numismatic Association (ANA) is proud to announce the launch of the refreshed “contents view” for its renowned publication, The Numismatist. This new feature is designed to for members who access the magazine on their phones or tablets, offering a reorganized layout that is both visually appealing and user-friendly. With the refreshed “contents view,” members will find it easier to navigate through the magazine’s wealth of numismatic content. Additionally, readers will now have the opportunity …

Present Numismatic Knowledge During the Chicago World’s Fair of Money

March 25, 2024 by Clinton

Submissions are being accepted for the Sundman Lecture Symposium, taking place during the American Numismatic Association’s (ANA) Chicago (Rosemont) World’s Fair of Money, August 6-10. The theme this year is “A Century of Change; 1924 to 2024,” which focuses on how money, its appearance, subject matter and the numismatic hobby has changed over the last 100 years. A century ago, the numismatic hobby was very different; how collectors acquired coins was limited to face-to-face or …

The American Numismatic Association Teams Up with Numismatic Legend Ken Bressett for Monthly Reading Room Column

March 18, 2024 by Clinton

The American Numismatic Association (ANA) proudly announces a collaboration with renowned numismatic figure, Ken Bressett, for a new monthly column in its online magazine, the Reading Room. Entitled “Money Musings,” this new addition offers exclusive insights drawn from Bressett’s remarkable eight-decade career in numismatics. With a blend of captivating stories, practical advice, and historical anecdotes, Bressett aims to engage both seasoned collectors and newcomers alike. “Money Musings” debuted on March 11, featuring three captivating articles: “Books, …