The American Numismatic Society Mourns the Loss of Jere L. Bacharach

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The following is a press release from the American Numismatic Society (ANS), mourning the death of Society member and numismatics giant Dr. Jere. L. Bacharach. Dr. Bacharach was a long-time member of the Board of Trustees for the Society. Editors Note: Clinton, the Editor of USCoinNews, is a member of the American Numismatic Society The American Numismatic Society is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Dr. Jere L. Bacharach on April 9, 2023. …

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COAC 2023 Calling For Submissions on 18th & 19th Century Coinage

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The following is a Press Release from the American Numismatic Society (ANS) calling for submissions of articles for the Coinage of Americas Conference 2023 (COAC 2023). Specifically, this year the focus is on 18th and 19th-century coinage, and articles should focus on that timeframe. Submissions are due by June 1, 2023. The American Numismatic Society (ANS) is proud to announce the 2023 Coinage of the Americas Conference (COAC). Since the mid-1980s, COACs are considered the …

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The Planchet Interviews François de Callataÿ

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The American Numismatic Society (ANS) has released the latest episode of its popular podcast, The Planchet. The third episode of this season releases features an interview with archaeologist and numismatist François de Callataÿ. Today’s guest is archaeologist and numismatist François de Callataÿ whose latest book, Numismatic Antiquarianism through Correspondence (16th–18th c.): In the Margins of the Project Fontes Inediti Numismaticae Antiquae (FINA) was published by the American Numismatic Society (and is now available to purchase). In this episode, …

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The American Numismatic Society Invites Applications for the 2023 Collier Prize in Ancient Numismatics

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The following is a Press Release from the American Numismatic Society (ANS) announcing it is now accepting applications for the 2023 Collier Prize in Ancient Numismatics. The American Numismatic Society is pleased to invite applications for the 2023 Collier Prize in Ancient Numismatics, to be awarded to the best single or multi-authored book, catalog, or online digital work related to ancient numismatics (650 BCE to 300 CE). This distinguished prize seeks to reward innovative research …

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The Planchet Discusses Numismatic Writing With Eric Brothers

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The American Numismatic Society has released the second episode of season four of its podcast, The Planchet. In this episode, the society talks to journalist and historical Eric Brothers and his numismatic writings. Today’s guest is journalist and historian Eric Brothers who is breathing new life into numismatic writing. His recent articles have appeared in Financial History and since 2006 he has written regularly for the Numismatist. The ANS published his debut article in ANS Magazine in 2022, “The Sham …

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Announcing the ANS Chairman’s Fellowships for Numismatic Research

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The following is a Press Release from the American Numismatic Society (ANS) announcing the inauguration of the Chairman’s Fellowship for Numismatic Research. Beginning this year, the Society will award limited fellowships to qualified graduate students or scholars pursuing serious numismatic-related research projects. The fellowships will be between $1,500 and $2,500 each. The new fellowships require that applicants be members or Fellows of the ANS in good standing. If you are not a member of the …

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ANS’ The Planchet Launches Season 4 With An Interview of Mint Director Ventris Gibson

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The American Numismatic Society (ANS) has released the first episode of the fourth season of its podcast, The Planchet. This newest episode is special as it is a brief interview with United States Mint Director, Ventris Gibson. We start Season 4 of The Planchet podcast with a very special guest: Ventris Gibson, the 40th Director of the US Mint. Gibson is the first African-American to serve as Director, and is the 7th woman to serve in this …

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The Planchet Podcast Discusses Colonial Coinage with Chris McDowell

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The American Numismatic Society (ANS) has released the ninth episode of this seasons The Planchet podcast, featuring an in-depth discussion with Chris McDowell on colonial coinage and medals. Christopher R. McDowell is a lifelong numismatist and recognized expert in the area of colonial coinage and medals. He is the author of Abel Buell and the History of the Connecticut and Fugio Coinages along with several award-winning articles on American colonial coins and medals. An ANS Fellow, Chris is also …

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The Planchet Podcast Discusses Coinage of The Sakra King With Dr. Waleed Ziad

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The American Numismatic Society (ANS) has released the eight episode of this seasons The Planchet podcast, featuring an in-depth discussion with Dr. Waleed Ziad. Dr. Ziad discusses his newest book, In the Treasure Room of Sakura King: Votive Coinage from Gandharan Shrines. Dr. Waleed Ziad is Assistant Professor and Ali Jarrahi Fellow in Persian Studies in the Department of Religious Studies at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. His newest book, published by the American …

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ANS Announces Publication of The Early Betts Medal Companion: Medals of America’s Discovery and Colonization (1492–1737)

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The following is a Press Release from the American Numismatic Society (ANS) announcing the publication of the The Early Betts Medal Companion: Medals of America’s Discovery and Colonization (1492–1737), the fifth volume in the Society’s Studies in Medallic Art series. The latest volume, authored by ANS Fellow Christopher R. McDowell, brings the work of Charles Betts to readers, covering American colonial history through medals. Editors Note: Clinton, the Editor of USCoinNews, is a member of the American …

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