American Numismatic Association Archives

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

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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 …

Exceptional Numismatic Writers Receive ANA Awards

September 1, 2022 by Clinton

The following is a Press Release from the American Numismatic Association (ANA) announcing its 2022 literary awards for outstanding and exceptional writers in the 2021 volume of The Numismatist, the Associations official magazine. The American Numismatic Association’s 2022 literary awards – recognizing articles published in the 2021 volume of its official magazine, The Numismatist – were presented during the Member and Awards Celebration at the Chicago World’s Fair of Money® on Aug. 18. The Numismatist was launched by ANA founder …

American Numismatic Association to Convene Task Force to Develop Additional Security Protocols for Coin Shows

August 26, 2022 by Clinton

The following is a Press Release from the American Numismatic Association (ANA) announcing that it will be putting together a task force to discuss security protocols at coin shows after thefts at the World’s Fair of Money. Security protocols have been an ever-increasing topic of discussion after several thefts at coin shows in recent months. On August 15, 2022, during setup of the American Numismatic Association’s (ANA) World’s Fair of Money in the Chicago suburb …

Frechette and Weinberg to be Honored at World’s Fair of Money

August 16, 2022 by Clinton

The following is a Press Release from the American Numismatic Association (ANA) announcing that Rodrick Frechette and Fred Weinberg will be recognized at this week’s World’s Fair of Money for their contributions to the numismatic hobby. The American Numismatic Association (ANA) is honoring two numismatists who not only lead by example, but pave new avenues within the numismatic hobby. Recognized for their dedication, hard work, passion and contributions, these recipients will be acknowledged at the …