AI and Numismatics: Tips, Tricks and Responsible Usage

Presenter: Russ Bega

Artificial intelligence is transforming historical research, but how can numismatists use these AI tools effectively and responsibly? Using the recent discovery and investigation of The Lost Mint of Manhattan as a case study, this presentation demonstrates how AI can help researchers process archival documents, build timelines, identify research leads, and uncover hidden connections within historical records. Attendees will learn practical techniques, useful prompts, and important limitations of AI, gaining a framework for incorporating these powerful new tools into their own numismatic research while maintaining the standards of evidence and verification that serious scholarship demands.