Coin Collector

Coin Collector gives you all the information, news, expert advice, market insight and inspiration you need to build your coin collection and get the most from your hobby. Every issue features in-depth collecting guides giving you the lowdown on coins from a wide range of periods and location, from Viking and Roman coins to the latest coins issued by mints around the world. Each issue includes the unique and popular ‘British Numismatist’ section, bringing you the latest discoveries, exhibitions, theories and literature from the academic world of numismatics. Written by authors, curators and learned experts, the pages provide an academic yet still accessible take on the hobby.

Coin Collector

Welcome to Coin Collector

coin update • THE LATEST COIN NEWS FROM AROUND THE WORLD

FORTHCOMING EVENTS

NEWS IN BRIEF

auction update • THE LATEST COIN SALES FROM AROUND THE WORLD

price £ watch • YOUR QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE TO ONLINE SALES, IN ASSOCIATION WITH DELCAMPE.NET

The Curious World of €0 Banknotes • Although of no monetary value, Michael Burzan has discovered that €0 banknotes produced as souvenirs are a popular collecting area.

The Most Beautiful Coin in the World • Jeff Garrett assesses the merits of two very famous coins for the honour of being the most beautiful coin in the world.

Coin Roll Hunting • A simple request for coin rolls to search for rare €2 coins prompted Sebastian Wieschowski to ponder the role of currency in today’s economy.

The English and Irish Coins of Mary Tudor • Although Queen Mary ruled for only a short time, Richard Kelleher reveals how her coinage provides a fascinating insight into her turbulent reign.

Y is for Year • Paula Hammond considers the significance of the year on a coin, which may align with a historic event or have personal significance.

Australian Proclamation Coins • In 1800, attempts made to standardise the chaotic currency system in New South Wales resulted in Proclamation coins. Charles Brooks charts their introduction.

John Henry Cope’s Escape from Anonymity • Dr Robin Thomas highlights how studying a whole medal group can uncover a record of individual service that might otherwise be lost.

new coins • YOUR GUIDE TO NEW COINS FROM AROUND THE WORLD WWW.COLLECTORS-CLUB-OF-GREAT-BRITAIN.CO.UK

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