Coin Show Etiquette
16 June 2026
Coin Show Etiquette
Many of you, dear readers, have written to me about what dealers could improve in their conduct. Together, we’ll establish rules for what constitutes good behavior for a dealer at a coin show.
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Patrick McBride
9 June 2026
Patrick McBride
Patrick E. McBride passed away on June 2, 2026. Any visitor to an ANA convention knew him: he brought numismatics to life. His portrayal of Ben Franklin brought joy to many people.
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What is a cut bid?
2 June 2026
What is a cut bid?
Today, many people have forgotten that, just a few decades ago, bidding was an art form. Here, you can learn about the psychological tricks that were used in bidding.
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What is a Jefimok?
27 April 2026
What is a Jefimok?
Countermarks on coins are a common phenomenon in numismatics. When it comes to Russian coins with countermarks or counterstamps, they are referred to as “Yefimoks.” Why?
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What is a Novodel?
17 April 2026
What is a Novodel?
The Russian term “Novodel” literally means “new strike.” But is it the same as a restrike? And why do some Novodels sell for six-figure sums? What’s behind this phenomenon?
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How is a coin design actually created?
17 April 2026
How is a coin design actually created?
Simply engraving an image onto a die isn’t enough. Coin design is a complex, time-consuming process, as Fabia Lyrenmann explains.
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Selling coins and the age-old question: How do I get the most for my coins?
17 March 2026
Selling coins and the age-old question: How do I get the most for my coins?
Consigning items for auction requires choosing the right auction house—one that gives the collection proper attention and reaches the right buyers. Commission is often a secondary consideration.
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What is provenance?
10 March 2026
What is provenance?
Provenance is important, as any coin dealer will tell you today. But Ursula Kampmann explains who this is important for, why, and what it actually is.
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28 October 2025
What is an estimate?
Do today's coin dealers have no idea about the value of a coin? Or why is it that their estimates have nothing to do with the surcharges? Ursula Kampmann explains.
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