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Hobby NonsensePixar Gold First Look, Coin Collecting Truths w/ Jeff Starck & Phantasmal Flames Pull RatesThis week on Hobby Nonsense, Jesse and Ray (after discovering Ray might have trypophobia) dive into a packed show covering Pixar, coins, and Pokémon.First, Jesse and Ray break down Pixar Gold, the newest Topps release celebrating iconic moments from the Pixar universe. With actor autos and “Golden Moments” chases, the product looks gorgeous — but will collectors buy in if the price is too premium?Then they’re joined by Jeff Starck, market analyst for NumisMaster and host of the Coin Collecting Podcast, to uncover the real truth about coin collecting. Jeff explains why coin coll...
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Coin World PodcastEpisode 172 - Jeff Speaks in CincinnatiJeff Starck was a recent guest speaker at a meeting of the Cincinnati Numismatic Association, who graciously provided a recording for us to share with our listeners.
2022-09-281h 26Coin World PodcastEP149: Invitation Accepted – Jeff speaks to CONAJeff gets invited to speak at the Central Ohio Numismatic Association, Larry looks at what change like a Disney decision can do to the collectible industry and Chris takes us back to a 2013 Coin World cover story on Coca-Cola collectibles. It’s the real thing.Contact info:Jeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.comLarry Jewett: ljewett@amosmedia.comTo Sponsor the Coin World Podcast:Brian Hertel: bhertel@amosmedia.comor contact your Coin World sales representative.This episode of the Coin World Podcast was sponsored by...
2022-02-031h 12Coin World PodcastEP121: Space: The Numismatic FrontierThe Coin World Podcast goes out of this world with our interview subject, Richard Jurek. On the anniversary of Neil Armstrong’s moon landing, Richard discusses space-flown currency and numismatic items, as well as the effects of modern space exploration by Richard Branson with Virgin Galactic, and Jeff Bezos with Blue Origin. Larry and Jeff also answer reader emails and dive into numismatic history.Contact info:Jeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.comLarry Jewett: ljewett@amosmedia.comTo Sponsor the Coin World Podcast:Brian Hertel: bhertel@amosmedia.comor...
2021-07-201h 03Coin World PodcastEP117: When Things ChangeJeff and Larry discuss coin price trends, the latest news and Jeff steps up when a planned guest has other plans.Contact info:Jeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.comLarry Jewett: ljewett@amosmedia.comTo Sponsor the Coin World Podcast:Brian Hertel: bhertel@amosmedia.comor contact your Coin World sales representative.This episode of the Coin World Podcast was sponsored by Amos Advantage:Visit AmosAdvantage.com to explore our wide selection of Carson magnifying products and microscopes, as well as all of...
2021-06-2259 minCoin World PodcastEP109: The Red Book Turns 75Jeff and Larry talk to Jeff Garrett, the editor of the iconic “Red Book” (and a Coin World Most Influential honoree), about the upcoming 75th anniversary edition, the state of coin collecting and much more.Contact info:Jeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.comLarry Jewett: ljewett@amosmedia.comTo Sponsor the Coin World Podcast:Brian Hertel: bhertel@amosmedia.comor contact your Coin World sales representative.This episode of the Coin World Podcast was sponsored by Amos Advantage:Visit AmosAdvantage.com to explore our...
2021-04-2854 minCoin World PodcastEP096: Taking Steps in the Numismatic JourneyJeff and Larry spend some time with Joe Conte “dealer in training” while attempting to right some wrongs, conceding that errors happen and some have made that a big part of their hobby. Contact info:Jeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.comLarry Jewett: ljewett@amosmedia.comTo Sponsor the Coin World Podcast:Brian Hertel: bhertel@amosmedia.comor contact your Coin World sales representative.This episode of the Coin World Podcast was sponsored by Amos Advantage:Visit AmosAdvantage.com to explore our wide selec...
2021-01-261h 10Coin World PodcastEP095: Hittin’ the Streets — We go coin shoppingJeff and Larry recount the weekend experiences of getting back to buying coins in person and attending events. There’s a dive back to 1973, the Carson City GSA sale, a tribute to Alex Trebek and outrage expressed in the letters. Contact info:Jeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.comLarry Jewett: ljewett@amosmedia.comTo Sponsor the Coin World Podcast:Brian Hertel: bhertel@amosmedia.comor contact your Coin World sales representative.This episode of the Coin World Podcast was sponsored by Amos Advantage:Vi...
2021-01-181h 00Coin World PodcastEP094: By George, there’s a new reverse for the quarterJeff and Larry take a look at the new reverse design of the quarter that will be coming later in the year. Keeping the colonial theme, the discussion moves to commemoratives and the world as we knew it in 2007 with news and interesting topics of the day. Related Links:Lead story link: https://www.coinworld.com/news/us-coins/mint-unveils-new-quarter-dollar-with-historic-reverseTrivia question link: https://www.coinworld.com/news/precious-metals/the-seven-cents-of-1982.htmlContact info:Jeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.comLarry Jewett: ljewett@amosmedia.com
2021-01-1150 minCoin World PodcastEP093: From Idea to Reality — The Poor Man’s V75Jeff and Larry discuss the recent replica coin from an Ohio artist that draw massive social media attention. With the dawning of the new year, it became a good opportunity to look back at the way things have changed (or not) in the last 20 years.Related Links:https://www.coinworld.com/news/us-coins/ohio-artist-makes-poor-man-s-v75-american-eagle-replicaContact info:Jeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.comLarry Jewett: ljewett@amosmedia.com
2021-01-0546 minCoin World PodcastEP092: "The Times They Are a-Changin'" — Chris's last episodeJeff bids Chris adieu in the latter's final episode on the Coin World Podcast. In their last show together, the two discuss Kennedy half dollars, inauguration medals, and a 1996 edition of Coin World. They also talk to Larry, who will be co-hosting the show with Jeff in 2021. Contact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.comLarry Jewett: ljewett@amosmedia.com
2020-12-2851 minCoin World PodcastEP091: Secret History — 2021 Morgan and Peace dollars and Joel Orosz Jeff and Chris interview Joel Orosz, coauthor of The Secret History of the First U.S. Mint, discuss legislation creating 2021 dollar coins, and review an issue of Coin World from 2011, the year Orosz's and Leonard Augsburger's book was published. Jeff shares what he's reading, and Chris whiffs a trivia question. Related Links: https://www.coinworld.com/news/us-coins/congress-approves-design-centennial-2021-silver-dollarsContact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.com
2020-12-211h 03Coin World PodcastEP090: All about the stories: FUN show cancellation, Goodacre Dollars, and Paul LandsbergJeff and Chris talk about the cancellation of the FUN Show and interview Paul Landsberg, a dealer in eclectic numismatic material. Related Links:https://www.coinworld.com/news/us-coins/2021-fun-convention-canceled-by-health-concerns#:~:text=%E2%80%9CIt%20was%20a%20very%20difficult,less%20in%20Orange%20County%2C%20Florida.https://www.pcgs.com/coinfacts/coin/2000-p-sac-1-goodacre-presentation/99584 Contact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.com
2020-12-1452 minCoin World PodcastEP089: Symes of the times — Talking about world paper money with Peter Symes Jeff and Chris interview Peter J. Symes, a world paper money researcher and author. They also discuss the release of commemorative coins marking the 400th anniversary of the Mayflower landing and Jeff talks about the provenance of two books in his library. Related Links: https://www.coinworld.com/news/precious-metals/u-s-mint-reveals-prices-for-mayflower-coins-in-joint-programThis episode of the Coin World Podcast was sponsored by the Coin World Marketplace:https://www.coinworld.market/Contact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.com
2020-12-071h 04Coin World PodcastEP088: Twice as nice — continuing the conversation with Roger BurdetteJeff and Chris's conversation with Roger Burdette continues this week, focusing on Burdette's United States Pattern and Experimental Coinage of World War II. Chris shares what he's reading, and he and Jeff review an issue of Coin World published in 1992. Related links:https://www.coinworld.com/news/us-coins/mint-director-ryder-addresses-u-s-mint-sales-in-messageThis episode of the Coin World Podcast was sponsored by the Coin World Marketplace:https://www.coinworld.market/Contact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.com
2020-12-0148 minCoin World PodcastEP087: Renaissance Man — Eid Mar Aureus and Roger Burdette Part IJeff and Chris discuss the record-breaking sale of the recently-discovered, third known Eid Mar aureus and interview Roger Burdette about his three-volume series The Renaissance of American Coinage.Related Links:https://www.coinworld.com/news/world-coins/eid-mar-gold-example-sets-record-for-ancient-coin-selling-price This episode of the Coin World Podcast was sponsored by Amos Advantage:https://www.amosadvantage.com/Contact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.com
2020-11-241h 25Coin World PodcastEP086: A fine numismatic legacy — Dave Norris and Legacy Knights Numismatic SocietyJeff and Chris interview Dave Norris, coordinator of the Legacy Knights Numismatic Society, about his efforts to engage young people and introduce them to numismatics. They also discuss the release of bullion coinage with privy marks. Related links:https://mintnewsblog.com/statement-regarding-sales-of-end-of-world-war-ii-75th-anniversary-american-gold-eagle-proof-coin-20xe-and-end-of-world-war-ii-75th-anniversary-american-silver-eagle-proof-coin-20xf/#commentshttps://www.coinworld.com/news/us-coins/secondary-market-prices-soar-for-sold-out-american-eagleshttps://www.coinworld.com/news/us-coins/mint-website-is-overwhelmed-by-wwii-american-eagle-salesLegacy Knights Numismatic Society:https://www.facebook.com/KnightsNumismatics/Email: numismatics@legacyknights.orgContact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch...
2020-11-171h 20Coin World PodcastEP085: New issues — chatting with Larry about new US coin programsJeff, Chris, and Larry discuss legislation calling for new US coin programs, the public's reaction, and the dynamics of modern mint product collecting this week. This episode of the Coin World Podcast was sponsored by the Coin World Marketplace:https://www.coinworld.market/Contact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.com
2020-11-101h 08Coin World PodcastEP084: "The rest of the story" — Brad Karoleff on Bust coinage and building numismatic relationshipsJeff and Chris interview Brad Karoleff, a Cincinnati-based coin dealer, researcher, and writer. Chris shares what he's reading and the two review an issue of Coin World from 1964, the year Karoleff began collecting coins. This episode of the Coin World Podcast was sponsored by Amos Advantage:https://www.amosadvantage.com/Contact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.com
2020-11-031h 09Coin World PodcastEP083: "It's all about you" — Jeff and Chris answer more listener questionsJeff and Chris discuss wooden nickels, answer more questions from listeners, and review an issue of Coin World from 1967. Jeff shares what he's reading, and Chris tried to figure out how much the largest gold nugget in history weighed. Contact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.comSign up for the Coin World email newsletter:https://secure.amospublishing.com/enewsletters/coin-world
2020-10-261h 01Coin World PodcastEP082: "It's what speaks to you" — Gold nuggets, Shakespeare, and Phil MussellJeff and Chris have a wide-ranging conversation with Phil Mussell, an owner of Token Publishing, the U.K.'s largest numismatic publication. They review an issue of Coin World from 1983 and Jeff asks Chris (and the audience) about the weight of the world's largest gold nugget. This episode of the Coin World Podcast was sponsored by the Coin World Marketplace:https://www.coinworld.market/Contact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.com
2020-10-201h 02Coin World PodcastEP081: All coins are political — Jeff and Chris tackle a reader's questionsJeff and Chris discuss the legislative process that creates coinage in the United States and review an issue of Coin World from 1985. Jeff shares what he's reading, and the two discuss the portrayal of living people on American coins. This episode of the Coin World Podcast was sponsored by Amos Advantage:https://www.amosadvantage.com/Contact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.com
2020-10-1349 minCoin World PodcastEP080: Around the world in 100 coins — a conversation with Charles MorganJeff and Chris indulge their shared love of world coins this week, interviewing Charles Morgan, coauthor of the recently-published 100 Greatest Modern World Coins. Contact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.comSign up for the Coin World email newsletter:https://secure.amospublishing.com/enewsletters/coin-world
2020-10-0558 minCoin World PodcastEP079: "It can hook you in" — Not-so-precious palladium and Caleb NoelJeff and Chris discuss the lackluster sales of the U.S. Mint's 2020 American Palladium Eagle and interview Caleb Noel, editor-in-chief of The Numismatist.This episode of the Coin World Podcast was sponsored by the Coin World Marketplace:https://www.coinworld.market/Contact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.com
2020-09-291h 13Coin World PodcastEP078: Lofty Aspirations — Jeff and Chris discuss their collecting goalsJeff and Chris answer some listener questions, with collecting goals as their central theme. Chris shares a recent article in The Numismatist that caught his eye, and he and Jeff review a 1970 edition of Coin World.Related Links:The Numistmatist - September 2020This episode of the Coin World Podcast was sponsored by Amos Advantage:https://www.amosadvantage.com/Contact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.com
2020-09-221h 11Coin World PodcastEP077: Questioning authority — Larry returns to the Coin World PodcastLarry joins Jeff and Chris on the Coin World podcast this week, peppering them with excellent questions about their ambitions in the industry and hurdles both have encountered writing about coins professionally. Contact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.comSign up for the Coin World email newsletter:https://secure.amospublishing.com/enewsletters/coin-world
2020-09-1458 minCoin World PodcastEP076: "Graphic appeal" — David Lange and coin foldersJeff and Chris interview David Lange, whose upcoming book on Whitman coin folders details objects that were once central to hobby culture, and American culture more broadly. They also discuss their own experience with coin folders and boards, a book about 1933 Double Eagles, and a 1978 edition of Coin World. This episode of the Coin World Podcast was sponsored by the Coin World Marketplace:https://www.coinworld.market/Contact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.com
2020-09-0859 minCoin World PodcastEP075: Ancient Endeavors — A conversation with David Vagi, Director of NGC AncientsJeff and Chris interview David Vagi, Director of NGC Ancients, and ask him about the grading process for ancient material, his experiences at Coin World, and the broad appeal of collecting ancient coins. They also share some good news about the podcast, and discuss a 1987 issue of Coin World. This episode of the Coin World Podcast was sponsored by Amos Advantage:https://www.amosadvantage.com/Contact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.com
2020-09-011h 17Coin World PodcastEP074: Trading Places — A conversation with Larry JewettJeff and Chris find themselves on the receiving end of an interview this week, as their colleague Larry Jewett asks them a wide range of questions about numismatics and their experiences. Jewett worked for Amos Automotive from 2006-2016, before taking a position as Associate Editor of Coin World in April 2020.Contact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.comSign up for the Coin World email newsletter:https://secure.amospublishing.com/enewsletters/coin-world
2020-08-2454 minCoin World PodcastEP073: "Finding some really groovy stuff" — Chuck Daughtrey and the Lincoln centCents take center stage again on the Coin World Podcast as Jeff and Chris interview Chuck Daughtrey, owner of coppercoins.com and the founder of the Cent Project, an initiative dedicated to cataloging the number of cents in circulation and identifying varieties. They also talk about the release of Heads Up: Will We Stop Making Cents? Related Links:https://www.coinworld.com/news/precious-metals/nationwide-cent-census-will-require-44-000-volunteers-to-sort-the-coinshttps://www.coinworld.com/news/precious-metals/circulating-coin-shortage-pushes-cent-project-into-2021http://www.thecentproject.com/https://www.facebook.com/groups/537254803879873This e...
2020-08-1756 minCoin World PodcastEP071: Treasure of note: — C. John FerreriJeff and Chris interview C. John Ferreri, an expert on obsolete paper money. They also discuss the recent gold price surge, and share some anecdotes from their collecting pasts. Related Links:https://www.coinbooks.org/esylum_v11n16a12.htmlhttps://www.coinbooks.org/esylum_v11n15a21.htmlBook:https://www.amazon.com/Buried-Treasures-Ozarks-W-C-Jameson/dp/0874831067Contact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.comSign up for the Coin World email newsletter:
2020-08-041h 03Coin World PodcastEP070: A Lone Star is Born — Silver prices and a conversation with James P. BevillJeff and Chris talk about a recent jump in silver values and interview James P. Bevill, author of the lauded book The Paper Republic, which deals with the paper money of the Republic of Texas. This episode of the Coin World Podcast was sponsored by the Coin World Marketplace:https://www.coinworld.market/Contact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.com
2020-07-281h 17Coin World PodcastEP069: In Living Color — The U.S. Mint's first colorized coinsJeff and Chris discuss the Mint's forthcoming, first-ever, controversial colorized coins. They also recap an edition of Coin World from 2010, and Jeff reviews a book by former Coin World editor Beth Deisher. This episode of the Coin World Podcast was sponsored by Amos Advantage:https://www.amosadvantage.com/Contact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.com
2020-07-2036 minCoin World PodcastEP068: Diamond in the Rough — Mike Diamond and the national coin shortageJeff and Chris speak with error coin expert Mike Diamond, discuss the coin shortage brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, and Chris shares a book about Robert Morris. Related Links:https://www.coinworld.com/news/us-coins/mint-fed-team-battle-coin-shortage-brought-on-by-covid-19-pandemicContact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.comSign up for the Coin World email newsletter:https://secure.amospublishing.com/enewsletters/coin-world
2020-07-141h 14Coin World PodcastEP067: Diminutive Denomination — Bill Eckberg gives his two cents’ about the half centHalf cents and other copper coins take center stage on the podcast this week. Jeff and Chris interview Bill Eckberg about his book on half cents and leadership of Early American Coppers (EAC). Related links:https://numismaticdetectives.com/blog/f/first-they-came-for-the-statuesThis episode of the Coin World Podcast was sponsored by the Coin World Marketplace:https://www.coinworld.market/Contact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.com
2020-07-101h 02Coin World PodcastEP066: "A job I love" — A Conversation with William T. GibbsJeff and Chris interview Coin World's Managing Editor, Bill Gibbs. They also read over some listener comments and an edition of Coin World from 2015. Jeff shares a book he's reading on the legendary 1913 Liberty Head nickels. Related links:Mormon Gold eBay link:https://www.ebay.com/itm/1-Deseret-National-Bank-Salt-Lake-City-Utah-Territory-CH-2059-Brigham-Young-LDS/184141306725?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649This episode of the Coin World Podcast was sponsored by Amos Advantage:https://www.amosadvantage.com/Contact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: j...
2020-06-301h 03Coin World PodcastEP065: Reinvigorate an Old Medium — Coin Roll Hunting and Don EverhartJeff and Chris interview Don Everhart, an artist with the U.S. Mint's Artistic Infusion Program responsible for many U.S. coin and meal designs, in addition to work for world mints. They also discuss coin roll hunting and an edition of Coin World from 2003.Contact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.comSign up for the Coin World email newsletter:https://secure.amospublishing.com/enewsletters/coin-world
2020-06-241h 05Coin World PodcastEP064: Value added — A conversation with Michael O'MalleyChris and Jeff interview Michael O'Malley, a history professor at George Mason University who wrote Face Value: The Entwined Histories of Money and Race in America. They also review an edition of Coin World from 2012, and Chris contends with a question about Shield Nickels. This episode of the Coin World Podcast was sponsored by the Coin World Marketplace:https://www.coinworld.market/Contact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.com
2020-06-151h 06Coin World PodcastEP063: Making cents — Zach Edick and Jamie KovachThe penny takes center stage this week, as Jeff and Chris talk with Zach Edick and Jamie Kovach, co-directors and co-producers of a documentary Heads-Up: When Will We Stop Making Cents. The film details the debate surrounding the abolishment of the cent and features interviews with a broad variety of experts. Jeff and Chris share their own perspectives on the issue in the episode. Related links:The Numismatist storyhttp://onlinedigitalpublishing.com/publication/?i=609674&p=&pn=Heads-Up outtakeshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BGTlGjN1hw8This...
2020-06-0959 minCoin World PodcastEP062: Dancing in the Moonlight — Dan Carr and the Moonlight MintJeff and Chris interview Dan Carr, the owner and operator of the Moonlight Mint, a private mint in Colorado. They take the opportunity to discuss private mint products, read a listener email, and debut Jeff's numismatic one-man show. Related Links:http://www.moonlightmint.com/Contact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.comSign up for the Coin World email newsletter:https://secure.amospublishing.com/enewsletters/coin-world
2020-06-021h 17Coin World PodcastEP061: "So-Called Guy" — World's Fairs, 1963 FRNs, and Jeff ShevlinJeff and Chris interview Jeff Shevli n, an expert on "so-called dollars," an important category of American exonumia. The two also investigate Federal Reserve Notes with some strange connections to the Kennedy Assassination, while Chris changes things up by asking Jeff the trivia question. Start your 30-Day FREE trial of Coin World's Digital Edition at coinworld.com/30DayTrialContact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.com
2020-05-261h 11Coin World PodcastEP060: COVID collectibles: challenge coins, bullion bars, Bryan dollarsJeff and Chris discuss the emerging exonumic material that takes the COVID-19 pandemic as its theme, and connect the material to Bryan dollars from the 1890s. They also take a look at an edition of Coin World published in 1970. Start your 30-Day FREE trial of Coin World's Digital Edition at coinworld.com/30DayTrialContact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.com
2020-05-1941 minCoin World PodcastEP059: A House Divided — Talking Confederate Paper Money with Pierre FrickeJeff and Chris have a long conversation with Pierre Fricke, an expert in Confederate paper money. Numerous fascinating anecdotes ensue. Related Links:Boston Globe Magazine story about Jubilee Jim Fisk story: https://www.bostonglobe.com/2020/04/22/magazine/jubilee-jim-fisk-great-civil-war-score/Contact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.com
2020-05-1149 minCoin World PodcastEP. 058: Newsworthy — A conversation with Gerald TebbenJeff and Chris interview Gerald Tebben, a former reporter for the Columbus Dispatch and longtime Coin World writer who has written on a broad range of numismatic topics and wrote the Dispatch's coin column between 1980 and 2005. They share their own views on numismatic writing and reflect on a book that Chris recently read on "the entwined histories of money and race in America." Start your 30-Day FREE trial of Coin World's Digital Edition at coinworld.com/30DayTrialContact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: jstarck@a...
2020-05-041h 03Coin World PodcastEP057: Cracking the Books — Cashless transactions, Jeff's bookshelf, and Lianna SpurrierJeff and Chris discuss the prevalence of cashless transactions throughout the Covid-19 crisis. They also discuss the ongoing reorganization of Jeff's numismatic library and interview Lianna Spurrier, the Numismatic Marketing's Creative Director. Start your 30-Day FREE trial of Coin World's Digital Edition at coinworld.com/30DayTrialContact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.com
2020-04-271h 08Coin World PodcastEP056: Coin World: Then and Now — 60 years of Coin World with Rick AmosCelebrating Coin World's 60th anniversary, Jeff and Chris speak with Rick Amos, the CEO of Amos Media, Coin World's parent company. Rick talks about the 60-year past of Coin World, and how the company will continue to support numismatics in the future with initiatives like Coin World Marketplace. Jeff and Chris also review Coin World's first issue from 1960.Visit the Coin World Marketplace atCoinWorld.marketContact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.com
2020-04-211h 00Coin World PodcastEP055: Thought patterns: mint closures, bicentennial cents, and Saul TeichmanJeff and Chris recap some recent Coin World coverage of mint closures around the world in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and review an issue of Coin World from 2009, where the bicentennial commemorative Lincoln cent designs took center stage. They also interview Saul Teichman, an expert in U.S. pattern material, and field a question from a Coin World reader looking for an introductory volume on U.S. exonumia. Related links:U.S. Pattern Coins: http://www.uspatterns.com/Exonumia books:https://www.amazon.com/Tokens-medals-identification-values-exonumia/dp...
2020-04-141h 08Coin World PodcastEP054: Just our type: a conversation with Chris CostelloJeff and Chris talk with Chris Costello, a Boston-area artist responsible for a number of U.S. coin designs, and the recipient of the 2019 Coin of the Year Award. He also worked on two different typeface families and developed the Papyrus font. Related Links:https://chriscostello.design/Contact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.comSign up for the Coin World email newsletter:https://secure.amospublishing.com/enewsletters/coin-world
2020-04-0657 minCoin World PodcastEP053: Going the distance: One year of the Coin World PodcastJeff and Chris reflect on a year recording the Coin World Podcast. They review the Coin World print issue from their inaugural week, the April 2019 monthly edition. They also talk about an obscure connection between the Spanish Trail half dollar and a Canadian silver dollar from 1982 and share that the Philadelphia Mint almost shares an anniversary with the podcast. This episode of the Coin World Podcast was sponsored by Amos Advantage:https://www.amosadvantage.com/Contact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.com
2020-03-3041 minCoin World PodcastEP. 052: She's a natural: A conversation with Emily DamstraIn the shadow of COVID-19, parallels are widely being drawn to the 1918 Spanish Flu, so Jeff and Chris decide to investigate the impact of that early twentieth-century pandemic on the hobby. They also interview Emily Damstra, a natural science illustrator responsible for a number of Canadian and American coins.This episode of the Coin World Podcast was sponsored by the Coin World Marketplace:https://www.coinworld.market/Contact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.com
2020-03-2351 minCoin World PodcastEP051: Shamrock shakeup: COVID-19, the Irish Free State, and Michael DlugoszJeff and Chris deal with numismatic shakeups in this week's episode. They review the first coinage of the Irish Free State as a nod to St. Patrick's Day and interview Michael Dlugosz, author of a book on British Conder tokens. COVID-19, front of mind for so many, and its effects on the hobby are discussed as well. Stay safe and healthy! Contact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.comSign up for the Coin World email newsletter:https://secure.amospublishing.com/enewsletters/co...
2020-03-1652 minCoin World PodcastEP050: Father of His Country: George Washington on coins and medals, with Neil MusanteChris interviews Neil Musante, a numismatic researcher whose recent two-volume work, Medallic Washington, deals with exonumic depictions of the United States' first president. Washington continues as a theme through the episode, as Jeff and Chris discuss Washington's leeriness about living leaders appearing on U.S. currency, and his first appearance on a coin.This episode of the Coin World Podcast was sponsored by Amos Advantage:https://www.amosadvantage.com/Contact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.com
2020-03-101h 13Coin World PodcastEP049: Rule, Bermania!: Micronations, Papal Coinage, and Allen BermanJeff and Chris speak with the sovereign ruler of Bermania, Allen Berman, a coin dealer and expert in Papal Coinage. They also discuss coinage from micronation, tiny, generally-unrecognized territories and look at an issue of Coin World from 1991. Related Links:https://www.coinworld.com/news/precious-metals/kingdom-of-bermania-all-in-good-fun--mind-of-connecticut-dealer.htmlhttp://bermania.org/This episode of the Coin World Podcast was sponsored by the Coin World Marketplace:https://www.coinworld.market/Contact info: Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.com Jeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia...
2020-03-0346 minCoin World PodcastEP048: Digging up ancient history: David HendinJeff and Chris speak with David Hendin, an expert in Ancient Jewish and Biblical coinage. They discuss Hendin's experience in publishing, his archaeological work, and his research on Biblical coinage. Our hosts also talk about a popular and accessible Biblical coin series, the Widow's Mite, and review an issue of Coin World from 1973, the year that one of Hendin's books, Death as a Fact of Life, was published. Related Links:https://www.coinworld.com/news/world-coins/priceless-ancient-coins-in-test-case-returned-to-cyprusContact info: Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.com Jeff Starck: jstarck@a...
2020-02-241h 16Coin World PodcastEP047: Party like it's 1999: Impeachment collectibles, paper currency, and Art FriedbergJeff and Chris discuss artifacts associated with past impeachment, and the collectibility of the tickets and other material relating to the impeachment of Donald Trump. They interview Art Friedberg, an expert in American currency, and consider the nine different types of federally-issued paper currency released since 1861.This episode of the Coin World Podcast was sponsored by Amos Advantage:https://www.amosadvantage.com/Contact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.com
2020-02-1956 minCoin World PodcastEP046: Back from BerlinJeff, recently returned from Germany where he was attending the World Money Fair, presents an interview with Coin World contributor Sebastian Wieschowski. Back in the U.S., he and Chris discuss the privy marks that will appear on the 2020 America the Beautiful quarters stuck at the West Point Mint. This episode of the Coin World Podcast was sponsored by the Coin World Marketplace:https://www.coinworld.market/Contact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.com
2020-02-1058 minCoin World PodcastEP045: "...Newman!": Leonard Augsburger and the Newman Numismatic PortalJeff and Chris interview Leonard Augsburger, the Project Coordinator of the Newman Numismatic Portal. They discuss the Portal's origins, the digitization process, and the initiative's future. They also look at an issue of Coin World from 2013, the year that Eric Newman, the program's namesake, began selling his massive coin and literature collection. Contact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.comSign up for the Coin World email newsletter:https://secure.amospublishing.com/enewsletters/coin-world
2020-02-0356 minCoin World PodcastEP044: Dating ourselves: Bat quarters, Sacagawea dollar release, and Robert LevinsonJeff and Chris interview Robert Levinson, an expert on early dated coins. Dates as we understand them were first applied to coins in the thirteenth century, though the practice did not enter widespread use until the sixteenth century. The intrepid hosts also discuss proof sets of 1970 and demonstrate just how out of date the Coin World Trivia game is. Related Links:https://en.numista.com/catalogue/pieces20303.html?fbclid=IwAR0P9ujhXWgGusq6MmQKKwataQRKq3UcoTZR8uAgt4Y9T93_WsZaF74ie_IThis episode of the Coin World Podcast was sponsored by A...
2020-01-2747 minCoin World PodcastEP043: Jeff has fun at FUN: the Coin World Podcast hits the road!Jeff was able to attend his first FUN show, and he pulled four different people (Beth Caspar, Pobjoy Mint; Ricardo Lopez, Cuban Numismatic Association; Steve Austin, The International Association of Silver Art Collectors; and Ray Dillard, The Elongated Collectors), from various aspects of the hobby over to the Coin World booth to discuss their interests and share their news.Related Links:https://thesilverbugle.com/https://www.facebook.com/groups/SBAAC/This episode of the Coin World Podcast was sponsored by the Coin World Marketplace:
2020-01-201h 01Coin World PodcastEP042: Bad Metal, Good Research: Contemporary Circulating Counterfeit U.S. CoinsAuthor and collector Winston Zach join Chris and Jeff to discuss his new book, Bad Metal, Copper & Nickel, which reviews the landscape for contemporary counterfeit United States coins, and presents a look at those issues in copper and nickel. Related Links:https://www.badmetalcoin.com/https://www.coinworld.com/news/precious-metals/critic-pans-shield-nickel-design-in-1866.htmlhttps://www.coinworld.com/coinvalues/5-cents/shield-5-cents.htmlhttps://www.coinworld.com/numismatic/know-your-u-s--coins--shield-5-cents.htmlContact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.com
2020-01-1458 minCoin World PodcastEP041: Should Auld Acquaintance Be Forgot?: The legacies of problematic numismatists in the new yearJeff and Chris reflect on the painful legacies of some deeply problematic numismatists in the first episode of 2020. They also take a look at Coin World's first ever January issue from 1961 and talk about the treasure ship El Cazador. Related Links: https://coinweek.com/editors-choice/confronting-breen/https://www.ngccoin.com/boards/topic/411593-walter-breens-numismatic-legacy/page/2/#commentshttps://www.nytimes.com/1995/01/15/magazine/the-great-ivy-league-nude-posture-photo-scandal.htmlhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=1&v=KDR5W7zJzMk&feature=emb_titleThis episode of the Coin Wo...
2020-01-0644 minCoin World PodcastEP040: Fanning the Flames: David Fanning (Part Two)Chris and Jeff celebrate the 40th episode of the podcast with a look at numismatic and Coin World history. Chris also concludes his interview with David Fanning. This episode of the Coin World Podcast was sponsored by the Coin World Marketplace:https://www.coinworld.market/Contact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.com
2020-01-0159 minCoin World PodcastEP039: Festive numismatics: Holiday coins, enhanced reverse proofs, and David Fanning (Part 1)Jeff and Chris try to spread some holiday cheer talking about coins and other currency that celebrate the various holidays. They also talk about one the hottest items in coin collecting at the moment, the Enhanced Reverse Proof Silver Eagle. The first part of Chris' interview with David Fanning rounds out the second-to-last episode of the year.Related Links:https://forward.com/articles/120106/deconstructing-chocolate-gelt/https://www.coinworld.com/news/precious-metals/12-days-of-christmas--historic-american-paper-money-shows-santa-.htmlContact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.com
2019-12-2457 minCoin World PodcastEP038: Dishing with Deisher: Coin World history, medals, and an interview with Beth DeisherChris and Jeff talk again with Beth Deisher, a former Coin World editor, about her career in publishing and work with Amos Media, both with the Sidney Daily News and Coin World. They also review a Coin World medal series struck for the ANA conventions from 1980-2000 and take a look at an issue of Coin World from Beth's first year as editor, 1985.This episode of the Coin World Podcast was sponsored by Amos Advantage:https://www.amosadvantage.com/Contact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck...
2019-12-1745 minCoin World PodcastEP037: VAMtastic: Morgan Dollars and LeRoy Van AllenJeff and Chris have a well-known guest, LeRoy Van Allen, on the podcast this week. Van Allen is one half of the numismatic duo responsible for creating the identification system for Morgan and Peace Dollar varieties. Jeff and Chris also talk about ancient Roman denarii and revisit several moments in numismatic history. Related Links:Operation Jonathan (Entebbe) medal:https://en.israelmint.com/15063592.htmlLegionary denarius:https://www.coinworld.com/news/precious-metals/marc-antony-legionary-denarii-iconic.htmlThis episode of the Coin World Podcast was sponsored by the Coin World...
2019-12-091h 02Coin World PodcastEP036: Tompa and tetradrachms: Ancient coins, Athenian silver, and an interview with Peter TompaJeff and Chris travel back to ancient times to talk about coinage under the Byzantine emperor Justin, and to talk about the popular Athenian tetradrachm. They also have an illuminating conversation with Peter Tompa of the Ancient Coin Collectors' Guild (ACCG) and read some letters and headlines from Dec. 7, 1988. Contact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.comSign up for the Coin World email newsletter:https://secure.amospublishing.com/enewsletters/coin-world
2019-12-031h 03Coin World PodcastEP035: "The guy who likes the weird stuff": John KraljevichJeff and Chris talk with John Kraljevich, an expert on early American coins and medals, whose auction catalogs are widely used as reference works. Their conversation covered quite a bit of ground, touching on themes ranging from the best way to write an auction catalog to the participation of young people in the hobby. They also discuss Chris' interesting family connection to the 1787 Columbia-Washington Medal.This episode of the Coin World Podcast was sponsored by Amos Advantage:https://www.amosadvantage.com/Contact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.com...
2019-11-2555 minCoin World PodcastEP034: Invasion of the Pod People: An interview with Matt Dinger of The Coin Show PodcastIn this episode, Chris talks with Matt Dinger, co-host of The Coin Show podcast and owner of The Lost Dutchman Rare Coins in Indianapolis, about podcasting for the numismatic hobby. Jeff and Chris also discuss headlines and letters to Coin World from issues in the past.Related links:Th Coin Show Podcast: https://www.coinshowradio.com/This episode of the Coin World Podcast was sponsored by the Coin World Marketplace:https://www.coinworld.market/Contact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff...
2019-11-1839 minCoin World PodcastEP033: For God's Sake: Bill Bierly, Godless Canadian coins, and church penniesJeff and Chris find religion on this week's Coin world Podcast as they interview Bill Bierly, author of the forthcoming book In God We Trust, which details the story of the national motto's appearance on U.S. currency. They also talk about the "Godless" coins of Canada from 1911 (and 1935), revisit an old issue of Coin World, and test the listeners' knowledge about Albany church pennies. For more information on In God We Trust by William Bierly:https://www.amazon.com/God-We-Trust-Origins-National/dp/0794845282Contact info:Chris...
2019-11-1145 minCoin World PodcastEP032: For He is an Englishman: A conversation with Dominic ChorneyBritish coinage takes center stage on this week’s Coin World Podcast as Jeff and Chris interview Dominic Chorney, an expert in medieval British coins who holds the title Numismatist at Baldwin’s. They discuss Chorney’s new book “In the Money: A Guide to the Coins that Shaped Britain,” an accessible history of Britain’s coinage. The rest of the episode features Jeff and Chris’ debating about the merits of the 1935 British crown (the “Rocking Horse”) and the coins of the British Isles.Related links:https://www.ngccoin.com/price-guide/world/great-britain-crown-km-842-1935-cuid-1130636-duid...
2019-11-0447 minCoin World PodcastEP031: Boos, Bones and Barbers: Barbers' visions of liberty, John Frost and creepy coinsIn a spooky Halloween-themed episode, our hosts of horror talk about coins and medals with macabre imagery. The Lafayette dollar is also discussed. In our interview, Jeff and Chris sit down with John Frost, President of the Barber Coin Collectors Society (BCCS) to talk about his work in numismatic organizations. Their conversation covered the exceptional collection of memorabilia from the Barber family that he recently exhibited and his recently-completed collection of Seated Liberty dollars. Related links:https://www.instagram.com/p/B3z9o2pgAxa/?igshid=1fgxd62uk1s4https://www.instagram.com/p...
2019-10-2948 minCoin World PodcastEP030: Silver and Gold: Carson City, Comstock, and mining mattersJeff and Chris discuss the history of the Carson City Mint, detailing the life of its first superintendent and his connection to the Virginia and Truckee railroad, and talking about the Comstock Lode. They also discuss the S.S. Republic, one of the most famous treasure shipwrecks in American history. Chris interviewed Fred Holabird, a mining geologist-turned-Americana-dealer, and their wide-ranging conversation touched on the prevalence of scientific illiteracy in the numismatic industry, antique firearms, and conservation efforts in mining. Contact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.com
2019-10-231h 12Coin World PodcastEP029: Close to Home: Wendell Wolka and the obsolete notes of Ohio and IndianaJeff and Chris talk to Wendell Wolka, the author of references on the obsolete banknotes of Ohio and Indiana, and talk about notes from the towns near the Coin World office in western Ohio. They also talk about their recent experiences at coin shows in England and New Hampshire, respectively.Related Links:https://currency.ha.com/itm/obsoletes-by-state/ohio/troy-oh-the-state-bank-of-ohio-miami-county-branch-counterfeit-5-3-1847-54-c1508-senc-2-unl-wolka-2590-21-2-2-total-/a/3529-22560.shttps://currency.ha.com/itm/obsoletes-by-state/ohio/piqua-oh-the-state-bank-of-ohio-piqua-branch-counterfeit-1-1-2-1847-62-c1106-senc-g1108a-senc-g1110a-senc/a/3529-22490.s
2019-10-161h 02Coin World PodcastEP028: Ancients, Counterfeits and CopiesJeff and Chris talk with Kerry Wetterstrom, a veteran ancient coin collector and researcher who served as editor of the Celator, a major ancient coin publication. They also parse the definition of counterfeit and restrike, and talk about 1898 restrike pesos on the 70th anniversary of the establishment of the Peoples’ Republic of China.Related links:http://www.brianrxm.com/comdir/cnsmain_mexicopesochina.htmThis episode of the Coin World Podcast was sponsored by the Coin World Marketplace:https://www.coinworld.market/Contact info:Ch...
2019-10-0738 minCoin World PodcastEP027: Many Firsts: Gary Herrmann and the coins of Laura Gardin FraserJeff and Chris talk to Gary Herrmann, who has studied the life and work of Laura Gardin Fraser, the first woman to design a U.S. coin. They also talk about commemorative coins from America and around the world. This episode of the Coin World Podcast was sponsored by Amos Advantage:https://www.amosadvantage.com/Contact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.com
2019-10-0142 minCoin World PodcastEP026: Accessible Currency: Tom Babinszki, Canadian Bullion, Jackass NotesJeff and Chris talk to Tom Babinszki, author of The Blind Collector, a blog about his experiences as a visually impaired collector. In addition to his writing, Babinszki advocates for currency accessibility and lectures on features to make currency and transactions easier for those with vision issues.For more information on Tom Babinszki, visit his website: https://blindcoincollector.com/This episode of the Coin World Podcast was sponsored by the Coin World Marketplace:https://www.coinworld.market/Contact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.com
2019-09-2339 minCoin World PodcastEP025: Fake It Until They Take It: Beth Deisher, 9/11 Commemoration, and Coin ReliefJeff and Chris interview Beth Deisher, a former Coin World editor who has joined the fight against counterfeiting with the Anti-Counterfeiting Educational Foundation. They also discuss the numismatic and exonumic commemoration of the September 11th attacks, and discuss mint history and bas and high relief coins. For more information on the Anti-Counterfeiting Education Foundation, visit https://acefonline.org/This episode of the Coin World Podcast was sponsored by Amos Advantage:https://www.amosadvantage.com/Contact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.com
2019-09-161h 04Coin World PodcastEP024: Back to School — Montessori, SS Central America, and George CorellJeff and Chris think celebrate the start of the school year by talking about Montessori notes, Italian 500-lire notes printed between 1990 and 1997, the last such notes produced before the introduction of the euro. They also talk about the SS Central America, one of the most famous shipwreck treasures, and talk with George Corell about his research on Confederate coinage.This episode of the Coin World Podcast was sponsored by the Coin World Marketplace:https://www.coinworld.market/Contact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.com
2019-09-0950 minCoin World PodcastEP023: A Star is Born — Early American coins and Frank NoelJeff and Chris talk about pre-Federal state coinages and reflect on the gold seal silver certificates that were delivered to the Treasury Department for use with American service people in North Africa 77 years ago. They also interview Frank Noel, an expert on the 1783-1786 Nova Constellatio copper tokens, styled after the famous Nova Constellatio patterns submitted to Congress by Robert Morris in 1783, which circulated in the aftermath of the American Revolution.This episode of the Coin World Podcast was sponsored by Amos Advantage:https://www.amosadvantage.com/Contact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia...
2019-09-0449 minCoin World PodcastEP022: What's "Red all over?": Denominations and Dennis TuckerJeff and Chris interview Dennis Tucker, who, in addition to his work for Whitman Publishing serves as the numismatic representative on the Citizens' Coinage Advisory Council. They talk about the numismatic publishing industry from a variety of angles, and even share the experiences of (fictional, unbeknownst to Chris) Lincoln Vanderblatt, a 103-year-old jogger/numismatists. They also talk about the history of the penny, from the eighth century to the present,and consider the decimalization of English currency.This episode of the Coin World Podcast was sponsored by the Coin World Marketplace:https://www.coinworld.market/
2019-08-2653 minCoin World PodcastEP021: The Gold Standard — An Interview with Jeffry FriedenJeff and Chris sit down with Jeffry Frieden, a Professor of Government at Harvard to discuss his work on the politics of currency exchange rate policies. Dr. Frieden has analyzed various currency systems and tracked domestic political response to currencies, gauging the effect of domestic currency stability compared with global competitiveness. The interview covers wide ground, from macroeconomic insights into numismatics to the Free Silver Movement of the 1890s. This episode of the Coin World Podcast was sponsored by Amos Advantage:https://www.amosadvantage.com/Contact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.com...
2019-08-2043 minCoin World PodcastEP020 — Forgotten History: Commemorative coins, silver fineness, and Ray BowsChris and Jeff talk with Ray Bows, an expert on gaming tokens used in NCO and other recreation clubs in Vietnam in the 1960s and '70s. He has used the tokens from slot machines to identify bases and military facilities named after fallen soldiers, in addition to compiling an extensive collection of the tokens. They also discuss U.S. commemorative coins celebrating places and events in the greater Chicago area in honor of ANA, which will be in Rosemont this week.This episode of the Coin World Podcast was sponsored by the Coin World Marketplace:...
2019-08-121h 07Coin World PodcastEP019: On Death's Door — Death Dollars, Chris Dempsey and Hobo NickelsJeff and a raspy Chris talk about Death Dollars, 1916/16 Buffalo Nickels, and a distinctive Sardinian/Ottoman/British medal issued during the Crimean War in this riveting installment. Jeff also talks about Hobo Nickels with Chris Dempsey, an expert on the carved folk art pieces. Related link: https://www.reddit.com/r/coins/comments/cj8li5/some_interesting_world_silver_im_adding_to_the/This episode of the Coin World Podcast was sponsored by Amos Advantage:https://www.amosadvantage.com/Contact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.comJeff Starck: jstarck@amosmedia.c...
2019-08-0539 minCoin World PodcastEP018: That’s Wack: Mel Wacks, Horseblankets, and the Philadelphia Mint’s cornerstoneJeff and Chris interview Mel Wacks, the chairman of the American Israel Numismatic Association and the person responsible for the Jewish-American Hall of Fame’s medal series which has been honoring significant Jewish figures in American history since 1969. They also delve into the intricacies of changing currency in the 1920s, introducing paper currency to both the Numismatic Term of the Week and the Series of the Week segments.This episode of the Coin World Podcast was sponsored by the Coin World Marketplace:https://www.coinworld.market/Contact info:Chris Bulfinch: cbulfinch@amosmedia.com
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