American Numismatic Association Archives

Classic Commemorative Coins Online Resource Debuts on Money.org

February 16, 2021 by Clinton

The following is a press release from the American Numismatic Association (ANA) announcing a new online resource focusing on the United States Mint’s early silver commemorative coins. The resource, free to access on the ANA’s site, provides detailed images and information on commemorative coins produced by the Mint from 1892 to 1954. Commemorative coins are minted to memorialize specific people, places and historical events, and are often prized by collectors for their unique and beautiful …

Two Bits Podcast Episode 7: Ancient Greek Coinage Now Available

January 29, 2021January 29, 2021 by Clinton

The American Numismatic Association (ANA) has released Episode 7 of their official podcast, Two Bits. The one hour and fifteen minute episode discusses the history, economics, and artistry of coinage of the ancient Greek world. Join Doug and Mitch as they discuss the history, economics, and artistry of coinage in the Greek world. They also offer suggestions for starting an affordable collection of these ancient artifacts, and review some recommended reference works. Find out why …

ANA College Scholarships Available to Young Collectors

January 8, 2021 by Clinton

The following is a press release from the American Numismatic Association (ANA) announcing that the ANA college scholarships available to young collectors is now open for application. Applications can be submitted now through March 12, 2021 with the scholarship of $1000 being available to high school seniors who plan to go to university, college or a trade school. Applications for college scholarships provided by the American Numismatic Association (ANA) are being accepted through March 12. …

Phoenix 2021 National Money Show Officially Cancelled

December 18, 2020 by Clinton

The following is a Press Release sent to the Numismatic press from the American Numismatic Association (ANA). The Association has announced that the 2021 National Money show, slated to be held in Phoenix, Arizona March 11-13, 2021, has been cancelled due to concerns with the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The board voted 7-2 to cancel the event with concerns about safety to members, dealers, staff and visitors as the United States continues to struggle with the …

Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve America the Beautiful 5-Ounce Coin Sales Start Today

December 7, 2020 by Clinton

2020 Tallgrass Prairie Reserve ATB Reverse

The United States Mint will begin sales of the latest America the Beautiful 5-ounce coin later today. Sales will begin at Noon Eastern, 9:00 AM Pacific and the coin is only available on the Mint’s website. The Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve American the Beautiful 5-ounce coin will be the last released in 2020 and completes the product lineup for the penultimate America the Beautiful Quarter. Priced at $229.00, the 5-ounce coin will come in black storage box …

Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve America the Beautiful 5-Ounce Coin Sales Start December 7

December 4, 2020 by Clinton

The United States Mint will begin sales of the latest America the Beautiful 5-ounce coin on Monday, December 7, 2020. The Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve American the Beautiful 5-ounce coin will be the last released in 2020 and completes the product lineup for the penultimate America the Beautiful Quarter. Priced at $229.00, the 5-ounce coin will come in black storage box along with the Mint’s Certificate of Authenticity. There is a production limit of 13,750 …

ANA Announces Dates for 2021 Summer Seminar Series

November 20, 2020 by Clinton

The American Numismatic Association (ANA) has announced the dates for the 2021 Summer Seminar Series. As has been the case previously, there will be two sessions. The first will be held June 19-24, 2021 while the second will be conducted June 26-July 1, 2021. Currently the plan is to host the 2021 Summer Seminar series in person, but the location is still undecided. Traditionally, the ANA has held the vent at Colorado College in Colorado …

ANA’s Two Bits Podcast Episode 6 Released

November 9, 2020 by Clinton

The American Numismatic Association (ANA) has released Episode 6 of their popular podcast, Two Bits. This episode is titled The Dawn of Coinage and covers the early history of coinage as a payment system. Join Doug and Mitch as they delve into the origins of coinage of the ancient world. They discuss the challenges of the barter system, the spread of metallic standards, and the invention of coinage as we know it. Find out why …

Mail Bag – Should I Join The ANA or the ANS?

October 19, 2020 by Clinton

Today’s Mail Bag question is one that I suspect many collectors starting out ask: Should I join the American Numismatic Association or should I join the American Numismatic Society. That’s exactly the question that Andrew submitted to the Mail Bag a few weeks ago. Hi, I’m starting out and I’m trying to decide if I should join either the ANA or the ANS. Which you do you suggest? Thanks, Andrew Andrew, the answer is yes! …

American Numismatic Association Board of Governors Approves $5.17 Million Budget for FY 2020-21

October 12, 2020 by Clinton

The following is a Press Release from the American Numismatic Association, announcing that the Association’s board of Governors has approved a $5.17 Million budget for its next financial year. The ANA’s financial year 2020-2021 begins on November 1, 2020. The Governors held their meeting on September 29th virtually with the new budget reflecting a nearly 10% decrease in budget from FY 2019-2020. The vote on the budget by the Governors was unanimous. At a Sept. …