American Numismatic Association Archives

NGC and PMG at ANA National Money Show 2022

February 3, 2022 by Clinton

The following is a Press Release from Numismatic Guaranty Company (NGC) announced that it and its sister company Paper Money Guaranty (PMG) will be attending the 2022 National Money Show. The American Numismatic Association show will be held March 10-12, 2022 at the Broadmoor in Colorado Springs, Colorado. At the show, both NGC and PMG will be accepting regular submissions for grading which will be sent to the company’s headquarters in Sarasota, Florida for grading. …

ANA Accepting Submissions For The Gregory Outstanding Club Publications

January 27, 2022 by Clinton

The following is a Press Release from the American Numismatic Association (ANA) announcing that it is accepting submissions for the 2022 Barbara J. Gregory Outstanding Club Publication. Submissions are being accepted now and must be received by April 1, 2022. The award will be presented in four categories: Local, Regional, Speciality, and Electronic. The American Numismatic Association (ANA) is currently accepting submissions for the 2022 Barbara J. Gregory Outstanding Club Publications ANA competition. Awards will be presented in four …

ANA Gerome Walton Memorial College Scholarship Applications Now Being Accepted

January 13, 2022 by Clinton

The following is a Press Release from the American Numismatic Association (ANA) announcing that applications for the Gerome Walton Memorial College Scholarship are now being accepted. Applications will be accept through March 11, 2022. The Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors who are members of the ANA. It provides $1,000 and the winner is chosen based on numismatic merit and financial need. Applications for the Gerome Walton Memorial College Scholarship provided by the American Numismatic Association …

NGC’s Miles Standish Begins Next Chapter

November 8, 2021 by Clinton

Miles Standish, Senior Vice President of Numismatic Guaranty Company (NGC) has resigned from the company. Mr. Standish had been with the company for six years and will now focus on a new book and to “create some new chapters in my own life”. Prominent professional numismatist, philanthropist and award-winning author Michael “Miles” Standish has amicably submitted his resignation as Senior Vice President of Numismatic Guaranty Company (NGC). “It’s been an excellent six years at NGC, …

Money Talks Speakers Invited to Present at ANA 2022 National Money Show

October 29, 2021 by Clinton

The following is a Press Release from the American Numismatic Association (ANA) requesting submissions from speakers for the 2022 National Money Show. The 2022 National Money Show will be held March 10-12 in Colorado Springs, Colorado. American Numismatic Association (ANA) members are encouraged to share their ideas and research with fellow hobbyists by delivering a Money Talks presentation at the 2022 National Money Show in Colorado Springs, Colorado, March 10-12 at The Broadmoor. Those interested …

ANA Announces Gerome Walton Memorial College Scholarship

October 18, 2021 by Clinton

The following is a Press Release from the American Numismatic Association (ANA) announcing that the Board of Governors have unanimously voted to name the Association’s annual higher education scholarship in honor of Gerome Walton. The Gerome Walton Memorial College Scholarship is awarded annually to two deserving students based on academic performance, numismatic accomplishments, and financial needs. Mr. Walton served as the ANA’s assistant treasure from 1988 until his passing in August 2021. On September 14, …

The ANA’s Board of Governors To Remove Farran Zerbe’s Moniker From The Organization’s Highest Honor

September 23, 2021September 22, 2021 by Clinton

The following is a Press Release from the American Numismatic Association (ANA) announcing that the Board of Governors have voted to removed Farran Zerbe’s name from the Association’s highest numismatic honor. The change comes after an investigation into the 20th century numismatists professional dealings uncovered accusations of deceptively inflated claims. During an open session meeting on January 19, 2021, the ANA Board of Governors honored the wishes of nearly 20 past Farran Zerbe Memorial Award …

ANA Issues Notification of COVID Exposure for World’s Fair of Money Attendees & Dealers

August 19, 2021 by Clinton

2021 Chicago World's Fair of Money Banner (Image Courtesy of The American Numismatic Association)

The American Numismatic Association (ANA) has issued the following notification for attendees and dealers of the World’s Fair of Money last week in Chicago. The notification warns of COVID exposure and that several dealers from the event have tested positive for COVID-19. The COVID exposure notification comes just a week after the show wrapped up in the Chicago suburb of Rosemont and general feedback was positive. The ANA notes that it took measures to prevent …

ANA World’s Fair of Money Opens Today in Chicago

August 10, 2021 by Clinton

After a year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the American Numismatic Association (ANA) will open the doors of the 2021 World’s Fair of Money today in Chicago. The event opens at 10:00 AM Central at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Illinois. ANA Members can access the bourse 30 minutes prior to the general public. Admission for ANA Members is free while the general public will pay $10 to access the event …

Two Bits Podcast: Episode 10 – Numismatic Literature Roundup, Part 1

August 2, 2021 by Clinton

The American Numismatic Association (ANA) has released Episode 10 of its free podcast, Two Bits. In this episode, hosts Doug and Mitch discuss numismatic literature. The two look at both contemporary as well as classic works with a range of topics within those works. Join Doug and Mitch as they discuss some contemporary and classic works of numismatic literature, with subjects ranging from compelling moments in American history to the vast array of worldwide issues. Find out …