Expand Your Numismatic Knowledge with ANA Videos and Recorded Webinars

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Engaging Young Collectors Now and in the Years to Come

Originally presented June 29, 2020.

Grading 101

Originally presented June 30, 2020.

CAC and its “Green Beans”

Originally presented July 1, 2020.

Detection of Counterfeit and Altered Coins

Italian Numismatics: Insights Through Modern History

Introduction to Early U.S. Paper Currency: 1765 to 1865

Understanding the Art of Rare Coin Submissions

Submitting coins for third party certification is not as simple as it appears.  Grading fees are substantial, and without the correct knowledge, a great deal of time and money can be wasted.  We will also discuss what coins can come back as no-grades, which cause many collectors grief and disappointment.  The entire process of rare coin submissions will be discussed.

 

Instructor: Jeff Garrett, President of Mid-American Rare Coin Gallery, Inc.; Past President ANA

 

Originally presented July 6, 2020.

 

The Modern Minting Process: Errors and Varieties

Explore the minting process and learn how each procedure can lead to the possible creation of collectible errors and varieties. Topics include identification and description, the art of cherrypicking, and various types of damage that may be confused for errors. This will only be a short overview of the full version of the class held each year during our annual Summer Seminar Please note that while the regular class fulfills the “Modern Minting Process/U.S. Minting Errors and Varieties” course requirement for the ANA Numismatic Diploma Program, this brief version of the class does not fulfill this requirement.       

    

Instructor: Sam Gelberd, ANA numismatic educator and avid collector

 

Originally presented July 7, 2020.

 

Collecting and Investing in Morgan Dollars: A Comprehensive Approach

This course will provide a professional overview of collecting and investing in Morgan silver dollars. Students will learn the subtle nuances of dates and mintmarks, grading, varieties, die states, roofline, and deep-mirror prooflike coins. Whether you are a beginner, dealer, or seasoned Morgan collector, the knowledge gained from this class will serve you well as you collect and invest in the most popular series in numismatics.

 

Instructors: John Baumgart, owner, Variety Slabbing Service, Past President of the Society of Silver Dollar Collectors; and Michael S. Fey, Ph.D., president of Rare Coin Investments (RCI), and co-author, Top 100 Morgan Dollars and co-founder and Past President of the new Society of Silver Dollar Collectors (SSDC)

 

Originally presented July 8, 2020.

 

Mexican Voices in Metal and Paper

This course examines the general perspective of coins, some medals, and paper money that compose Mexican Numismatics, covering the period from 1492 to 1925. The highlights of this topic are the coinage of  Charles and Johanna (1536 – 1571), cobs (1572 – 1733), and klippes (1733 – 1734), on the oddly shaped coinage. We will glance at the Pillar series (1732 – 1771), busts (1772 – 1810), and War of Independence (1810 – 1822) reviewing the issues made by the Emergency Mints outside of Mexico City. Once Mexico gained its independence from Spain we will touch on Iturbide’s coinage and some of the 14 Republican Mints (1822 – 1905). During the French Invasion, coins on behalf of Maximilian were made as the Emperor of Mexico (1863 – 1867), followed by the Republican issues (1867 – 1905). The establishment of the banking system appeared in 1864 and with that the first issues of paper money walked on the streets of Mexico City, extending to the rest of the Republic (1864 – 1915). In 1905 a Monetary Reform occurred and the coin design changed some. By 1913 the first issues of the Mexican Revolución appeared in coins and paper money, ending in 1917 altogether. We will stop this meteoric review with the establishment of the Banco de México, the equivalent of the Federal Reserve, in 1925. 

Instructor: Ricardo de Leon Tallavas, author and Mexican coinage expert

 

Originally presented July 9, 2020.

 

Creating a Great Club Newsletter

This presentation will discuss the development of a newsletter publication people will want to read! It will briefly address newsletter objectives, the use of layout, font, and colors to better meet your objectives. Photo use and placement will be discussed, as well as selection of software used for publishing, photo editing, and PDF editing.

Instructor: Phil Vitale, President, Albuquerque Coin Club; Editor of the award-winning Pocket Change newsletter

 

Originally presented July 10, 2020.

 

Introduction to Paper Money Production and Counterfeit Detection

This class will cover printing technologies used by security printers and the more likely technologies used by counterfeiters.

Instructor: Joseph Boling, co-author, World War II Remembered: History in your Hands, a Numismatic Study

Originally presented July 18, 2020.

 

When the Die is Wrong: Wrong Die Varieties That Can be Found and Collected

We will be talking about coins that were struck with dies that should have been used on a different coin. Think Proofs, circulations, different years, and denominations (like mules). From Flying Eagle cents to Bullion Silver eagles we will go over more than 50 different coins in this fascinating subset of variety collecting. Some of these coins can carry a price tag worth far more than a normal coin. All attendees will have the opportunity to receive a PDF file of the coins that we talk about.

 

Instructor: John H. Miller Jr., variety expert for more than 20 years

 

Originally presented July 28, 2020. Download PDF here.

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Digital Image Editing for Numismatics: Getting Your Obverses & Reverses Together

Attendees will learn how to organize, edit, and modify coin and paper money images for the purposes of print and web publishing, cataloging, personal reference, and exhibiting. Topics covered will include the basics of image resolution, file naming, and file formats; and a brief discussion of ethical guidelines. Demonstrations will be conducted using Adobe Photoshop® and include the basics of color correction, how to add or remove backgrounds from images, how to merge separate images of obverse and reverse into a single seamless image, and how to create special effects such as drop shadows.

 

Instructor: Michael Kodysz

Originally presented September 14, 2020

MPC Boot Camp

All Military Payment Certificate (MPC) enthusiasts are to report for duty! The mission includes basic to the advanced study of MPCs. Deserters will be court-martialed!

 

Drill Sergeant: Carlton “Fred” Schwan, long-time instructor and author of The Comprehensive Catalog of Military Payment Certificates and co-author of World War II Remembered: History in Your Hands, A Numismatic Study

Originally presented September 17, 2020.

Grading 101 in Arabic

تعرف علي اسس وفلسفة التقييم السليمة و تطورها, الي جانب المعادن المستخدمة لسك عملات الولايات المتحدة وكذلك كيفية فحص العملة بشكل سليم ومواضيع اخري عديدة ذات صلة. الويبينار سيتضمن محاضرة باوربوينت وستتاح فرصة للأجابة علي بعض الأسئلة- هدف المحاضرة اعطائك الثقة الكافية لتقييم اي عملة قبل اضافتها لمجموعتك – المحاضرة باللغة العربية

المحاضر: محب زرق الله من اعداد رود جيليس اعضاء بالجمعية الأمريكية للنميات

 

Explore the philosophy behind learning how to grade. Review the characteristics of the four basic metals used in minting coins in the United States. Instruction will consist of a lecture, a PowerPoint presentation, and question and answer periods. ANA grading standards will be stressed. Gain the confidence needed to accurately assess potential coins for your collection. This webinar will be presented in Arabic.

 

Instructor: Moe Rizkalla, original content: Rod Gillis American Numismatic Association

Originally presented October 2, 2020

Secrets of the Flying Eagle & Indian Head Cents

Participants will examine all aspects of collecting two of the most popular series in U.S. numismatics, including history, grading, values, varieties, and collecting strategies. The course also covers counterfeit and problem coins.

 

Instructor: Richard Snow, professional coin dealer, and specialist in U.S. small cents

 

Originally presented October 13, 2020

 

Numismatic Photography: Digital Equipment & Techniques

 

This course explores basic and intermediate photography techniques, using a proper macro-capable digital camera, I-pad, or cellphone. Learn how to choose and use accessories that will help achieve professional numismatic photographs for documenting items in your collection and/or for online use. Understanding the features/functions typically found on digital cameras, cellphones and I-pads, lighting techniques, copy stand selection, proper camera set-up, and proper lens choice. By the end of this course, you will have developed the ability to understand your camera and use the fundamentals to improve your confidence in taking pictures.

 

Instructors: Clark Fogg, Senior Forensic Specialist (ret.) Beverly Hills Police Department and professional numismatic photographer. ANA Summer Seminar Instructor: Introduction to Numismatic Photography; and David Heinrich, coin photographer, and editor of several local and regional numismatic publications. ANA Summer Seminar Instructor: Introduction to Numismatic Photography.

 

Originally presented October 22, 2020

 

U.S. Error Coins

In this presentation, we will discuss the minting process. We will look at various US error coins from my own collection, and we will learn how these error coins were produced.

 

Instructor: Dany Rothfeld

 

Originally presented October 27, 2020

 

Coin Collecting Basics

This informal class will help you decide what to collect and how to store your collection. Subjects such as grading and the variables that determine value are discussed. Learning how to enjoy the hobby to its fullest is explored.

 

Instructor: Rod Gillis Education Director, American Numismatic Association

Originally presented November 11, 2020

 

Young Collectors Corner

This course explores the wonderful world of coin collecting at its most basic levels, to help young collectors learn more about the hobby of numismatics. Areas covered include:

► What is money?

► Coin identification, including the parts of a coin and banknotes.

► How coins and bank notes are made.

► Requirements necessary for Scouts to earn their Coin Collecting Merit Badge of Fun With Money Patch.

► Various ANA programs available to Young Numismatists.

 

Instructor: Sam Gelberd Numismatic Educator, American Numismatic Association

Originally presented November 14, 2020

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Auction World 101: An Inside Perspective

There are many segments every auction house must put together to produce a successful event. These range from obtaining the consignments, cataloging, marketing, and conducting the auction live, online, or live interactively. A thorough discussion of each moving part from start to finish will take place. Participants will come away with the knowledge that will help them improve, upgrade, or disperse a collection through the auction method. This class will present an overview of how to buy, sell, and participate in auctions by understanding how auction companies approach sales.

 

Instructor: Ailie Byers, CFO, Centennial Auctions

Originally presented December 7, 2020

You Can Research & Publish a Numismatic Book; Tom & I Did

This presentation will cover what decisions need to be made and how we chose to implement them for two very different numismatic publications. The first publication included all numismatic collectibles for Chattanooga Tennessee. Tom and I had extensive collections of this material. However, we needed to research and extend our knowledge beyond what we collected to cover all material in our scope. We decided to publish the information in a CD Adobe Acrobat (pdf format).

The second publication included all obsolete paper money from the state of Tennessee. We had some knowledge of Tennessee scrip. There was very little published information on Tennessee scrip. Therefore, we spent over 12 years researching scrip images and information. We agreed to publish a book using Adobe InDesign.

We created a website for both publications during the period when we were researching that was open to dealers and collectors to follow as we found new images and information. All information and images were credited on the website. The website was closed when we began selling the publications.

 

Instructor: Dennis Schafluetzel and Tom Carson

Originally presented December 10, 2020.

A Numismatic Journey through Egyptian Islamic History

This presentation is an overview of Egyptian Islamic history based on a journey through gold Islamic coins minted in Egypt. The journey begins in 170 AH (786 CE) and ends at the fall of the Ottoman Empire and their rule of Egypt during World War I in 1335 AH (1916 CE). This represents approximately 1,200 years of the most interesting times for Egypt and the Mediterranean basin. We will look at gold coins and relate them to the socio-economic events occurring in Egypt and the Mediterranean during that period.

 

Instructor: Gamal Amer, Ph.D.

Originally presented January 11, 20201.

Detection of Counterfeit Slabs

How is a PCGS slab composed? How is an NGC slab composed? What does a counterfeit slab look like? Where would I find these fakes? All this and more in Detection of Counterfeit Slabs with Isaiah Hageman.

 

Instructor: Isaiah Hageman

Originally presented January 13, 2021.

Euro Coins – Cutting-Edge, Continuous, Cultural Contributors

This talk focuses on the imagery of the current Euro coins. Even though all its banknotes have the same design across the Euro-zone; the coins have one nation-specific side. Their designs offer a sneak-peek into European diversity. And even though the coins are lower in economic value; they are higher in value for their contribution towards identity, history, heritage & culture. In recent times money is metamorphosing into an e-avatar, but banknotes and coins (especially in the Eurozone) are still very prevalent. The lowest denomination of the banknotes is 5 euros; coins are still needed for your daily shot of caffeine! 

 

Instructor: Rukmini Dahanukar

Originally presented January 15, 2021.

The World of Elongated Coins

Today’s modern elongated cents (also known as pressed pennies, squashed cents, rolled cents, and many other names), can trace their history to innovation at the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition held in Chicago. The first recorded documentation of coins (both U.S. and World) being “rolled” with a press with a design on the roller to produce a new type of souvenir, was done at the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition. Over two dozen elongated design types are known to have been “rolled” at the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition.

A whole new numismatic collecting field was created and is growing even today. You can find elongated rolling machines at most tourist attractions (museums, zoos, theme parks, etc.) not only in the U.S. but in other countries around the world.

 

The presentation will show the growth and development of elongate collecting from 1893 to today, and provide collecting information.

 

Instructor: Richard Jozefiak

Originally presented January 20, 2021.

The Story of Siege Money

Sieges punctuate history with accounts of bravery as well as dreadful acts of cruelty…always in the name of justice, often in the name of God. Soldiers who engaged in siege warfare were generally mercenaries and demanded payment for their services. During extended periods of strife, the coin o the realm simply ran out and had to be substituted with something else necessitating the creation of siege money. This talk is designed to familiarize the collector with what siege money is, how it was made, and show the many forms that it takes. 

 

Instructor: Lawrence Korchnak

Originally presented January 21, 2021.

Masonic Pennies 130 Years of Mystery, History and Beautiful Coins

When a Mason earned the Fourth Degree, Royal Arch Mason, they earned a penny. The history of the penny is shrouded in mystery. When a Mason became a Royal Arch Mason they put their Mark in the Chapter Book of Marks and put it on their penny. This ritual appears to have a developed-in America during the 1800s. The first mention of a R.A.M Penny was in Medals of the Masonic Fraternity by Marvin in 1880. Marvin listed a Penny similar to the current Chapter Penny issued by the Excelsior Mark Lodge no 216 in Philadelphia. Marvin also lists a stock Penny. The stock pennies were silver and had a Keystone on one side and blank on the other side. The earliest I have been able to find was from the Pentucket Chapter from Haverhill MA. in 1876. To date I have only seen 4 of these pennies – each uniquely engraved.

Sometime around 1890, the Chapters started having unique dies engraved. B.P. Wright, President of ANA and a Mason, issued a series of three booklets on Masonic Pennies 1901-1904. Many of the Masonic Pennies were works of engraving art. In the early days, the Chapters were very secretive and would not share information on their pennies. Many of the pennies were buried with the Masons. The Hanauer Collection of Masonic Pennies started in 1899 became the basis for the collection at the House of the Temple in Washington DC. E.A. King Cataloged this collection (about 8,000 pennies) in the late 1920s and issued the book Masonic Chapter Pennies. There are several pennies in the collection that are the only ones know. We have cataloged over 17,000 pennies with images on tokencatalog.com.

This presentation will go through the history of Masonic Pennies and examples of the different types of pennies. Many of the Pennies have interesting stories and some of them will be discussed. Much of this information is being presented for the first time.

 

Instructor: Tom Carson

Originally presented January 27, 2021.

Parthia: The Forgotten Empire

Parthia was an Empire occupied the region of modern-day Iran and Iraq for over 400 years, yet is almost forgotten today. Learn more about this fascinating empire through its coinage. 

 

Instructor: Doug Mudd

Originally presented January 28, 2021.

The Production Technology of Ancient Coinage

For the production of ancient coinage, it was well-known that form follows function. In order to produce a legal coin, it was necessary to have the correct materials and strict controls for its standardized design and production. It is then that the legitimate authority (emperor, empire) approves the striking of a disk or lump of metal, of a certain purity and weight, to produce to official coin that can be used as legal tender. The authority certifies that the newly minted coin is the legal currency, at least within the area governed by that power.

 

Although the manufacture and production of ancient coinage involve simple tools, their fine quality, design, and extremely beautiful details speak otherwise. 

 

This presentation will focus on various points:

 

-Metals that have been used for the production of ancient coinage;

-The tools necessary to produce coinage;

-The stages of coinage production;

-The manufacturing techniques, casting, and striking commenting on the benefits of each and on defects that can help in their study;

-The different features and characteristics between Ptolemaic and Roman coinage.

 

Instructor: Almoatz-bellah Elshahawi

Originally Presented February 5, 2021.

Let’s Collect Half Cents

U.S. Half cents, which were made from 1793-1857, have a great advantage to collectors of being rare, interesting, and affordable at the same time. Yet, many collectors are unfamiliar with this fascinating series. Most of them were made during the administrations of Washington Adams, Jefferson, and Madison, so they have great historical interest, but you can get many of them in XF-AU (or even better!) for less than the price of a heavily circulated 1909-S VDB cent. This talk will discuss their beauty and artistry, how they were made, and how people collect them.

 

Instructor: Bill Eckberg

Originally Presented February 8, 2021.

Lincoln: The Challenge

Who was Lincoln? This presentation discusses Lincoln as seen through his numismatic portraits over time – from original photographs to medals, coins, and paper currency – who was he and how has his image been used over the last 150 years?

 

Instructor: Doug Mudd

Originally presented February 10, 2021.

Dutch Sieges of the 16th and 17th Centuries

The most prolific era of siege coin production was during the struggle for Dutch independence. The Eighty Years’ War was a large-scale insurrection with political roots, economic implications, and deep religious fervor. The story of the events during this period in history can be told by the coins that were created by necessity under the strain of war. 

 

Originally presented February 16, 2021.

The Short Snorter Project – Still Keeping the Memories Alive – Commemorating the 75th Anniversary of the End of WWII

Tom Sparks founded the Short Snorter Project to educate the general public about the short snorter tradition, the individuals, and the short snorter artifacts. His presentation incorporates his collection of artifacts and research put together over the last 15+ years which was recently published as a digital book on the Newman Numismatic Portal.

 

Instructor: Tom Sparks

Originally presented February 19, 2021.

Cast Bronze Money from the Roman Republic and Central Italy

Rome was founded in 753 BC and started producing coins in about 300 BC. Cast bronze in several forms was used for money in Republican Rome and Central Italy before coins were struck from gold, silver, or bronze. This talk will cover some reasons for the use of money. Cast bronze in several forms will be shown: irregularly formed as rude, cast bars and other shapes, and finally cast bronze coins. Some of the important books on the subject will be discussed and shown.

 

Instructor: Gene McPherson

Originally presented February 22, 2021.

More on Paper and Money Counterfeits and the History of Official Counterfeiting

In the first session on this subject, when time expired we were in the middle of a slide set showing how counterfeiters evade or replicate security features on banknotes. In this session, we will finish that discussion and move to the history of state-on-state counterfeiting – a practice dating back to the American Revolutionary War. If you missed the first session, you can watch it ahead of time here. Look for “Introduction to Paper Money Production and Counterfeit Detection.” 

 

Instructor: Joseph E. Boling

Originally presented February 23, 2021.

The Charonian Coin: A Toll to the Afterworld

A study on the tradition of coins used in the ancient world related to death experience.

 

This presentation is exploring the relevant customs in the different locations and eras of the ancient world. Cases of archaeological findings are presented, supported by rich photographic evidence.

 

Instructor: George Anastasopoulos

Originally presented February 25, 2021

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Collecting and Investing in the 2020 Basketball Hall of Fame Commemorative Coin Program

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Documenting Your Collection: Motives and Methods for Keeping Records of Your Collection

Keeping detailed and accurate records is an important component of any coin collector’s hobby experience. Whether your collection is large or small, focused or eclectic, this presentation will get you motivated to make order out of chaos or consider alternative ways to document your collection that will keep you engaged. Reasons for getting organized and multiple methods for documenting your collection will be presented, enabling attendees to pick and choose the motives and systems that are right for them. Incorporating photos, choosing the right backup system, and tips for staying motivated to maintain those records once you get started will also be presented for your consideration.
 
Instructor: Tim Ferreira

Originally presented May 10, 2021.

 Abraded Die Varieties

Abraded Die Varieties are fascinating, collectible but all-too-often overlooked die errors. Learn why and how they happen and see examples of popular and not-so-well known examples to complete your collection. Focus will mainly be on Buffalo Nickels, although other series will be discussed.
 
Instructor: David Smock

Originally presented May 13, 2021.

 Off the Beaten Numismatic Path

The collection highlighted here was motivated by a desire to search for items that hardly anyone collects, are mostly not coins, are often eye-popping and mysterious, document history, and are a blast to show to friends. The unusual and exciting material you’ll see in this presentation comes from an ANA exhibit that was given a National Money Show Best of Show award and a World’s Fair of Money runner-up Howland Wood award. It also received the Rodger E. Hersey People’s Choice award. (If you can identify every item in the PowerPoint show before described, you are a numismatic whizz!)
 
Instructor: Sam Deep

Originally presented May 18, 2021.

Reading Roman Coins

Historical Narration: A summary about ancient currencies, types of models, inscriptions, mint Mark, methods of minting coins and examination of coins from different eras.
 
Instructor: Samira Slime

Originally presented May 21, 2021.

 U.S. Half Cents; Designs, Dates, and Die Varieties

Half cents have long inspired numismatic writers. One quaintly called them, the “Little Half Sisters.” Why were half cents struck for circulation only intermittently between 1793 and 1857? In which years were they struck? How many different design types were there? Who designed them? Are there multiple die varieties for each year?
 
Instructor: Franklin Noel

Originally presented May 24, 2021.

Strategies to Dispose of Your Collection

Many numismatists do not know what to do with their collections before they enter the “Great Misty Veil of Life.” Often, a hobbyist’s spouse and/or children are not familiar, nor the least bit interested in, numismatics. If a collector dies without a specific strategy, then his family is left with a big mess. Should you sell your collection before passing? If not, how can you help your relatives liquidate your collection upon your demise?
 
Presenter: Rod Gillis

Originally presented May 24, 2021.

Is Anything Ever Really New? Coin & Currency Déjà Vu over Two Millennia

History tends to repeat itself. In cultures separated by years to millennia, intriguing situations involving coins and paper currency have recurred. These include fraudulent gold-plating of minor coinage, using imagery to bolster fiat currency, and recycling cannons and shells to make spen ding money. Coincidence or circumstance? Tune into this talk to decide for yourself.
 
Presenter: Hans H. Liu, M.D.

Originally presented May 25, 2021.

 Proof Walking Liberty Half Dollars: One of the Most Underappreciated & Undervalued Series in Numismatics

Adolph A. Weinman’s half-dollar design is a collector favorite. Proof versions of these pieces aren’t often discussed, as major varieties are not widely recognized by the numismatic community. Their entire run was low, yet high-grade proofs are relatively affordable. This discussion will include specific die varieties, along with some toning issues evident on many specimens.
 
Presenter: Ralph F. Wetterhahn

Originally presented May 26, 2021.

 Overstrikes: Politics, Economics & Damnatio Memoriae on Byzantine Coins

Byzantine emperors frequently overstruck the coins of their predecessors. In some instances, this was due to economic necessity, but in others, the move shows clear ideological implications— the destruction of the memory and image of previous rulers. This presentation will explore this fascinating and under studied medieval phenomenon.
 
Presenter: Alex Magnolia

Originally presented May 27, 2021.

 Coins Melted to Manufacture War Material

Many collectors know that coinage metals have been used to manufacture war materials, but few are aware that such items also have been melted to make coins. Coins from five countries were melted to support the United States’ effort during World War II. This presentation will explore this wartime-era coinage.
 
Presenter: William Myers

Originally presented May 28, 2021

 Colonial Currency: German East Africa

After the Berlin Conference of 1884-85, Germany established four colonies across Africa. The largest was German East Africa, founded by the German East Africa Company in 1885. This presentation discusses the money created for and used in the colony until the end of the German Empire in 1918.
 
Presenter: Doug Mudd

Originally presented June 1, 2021

 Dr. Lewis Feuchtwanger and the Numismatic Legacy of His Tokens

In 1837 Dr. Lewis Feuchtwanger petitioned Congress to use his “German Silver” alloy for coinage. He struck and circulated 1- and 3-cent pieces dated 1837 to bolster his case, but Congress declined. However, 20 years later, legislators “borrowed” his ideas when the Flying Eagle cent was introduced. Feuchtwanger can be considered the father of the small cent and pioneered the use of nickel in coinage.
 
Presenter: Brad Seidel

Originally presented June 2, 2021.

 Oh, No It Ain’t!

Many people who aren’t coin collectors tend to think they’ve hit the jackpot when they find anything that looks out of the ordinary. Unfortunately, this is rarely the case, and most of these purported “rare errors” turn out to be post-mint damaged coins. This presentation offers a fun and informative look at what constitutes a genuine U.S. Mint error and teaches how to distinguish these exceptional coins from near-worthless junk. Knowing the differences may potentially bring riches, but the main goal is to help attendees become better numismatists than they were before the presentation!
 
Presenter: Sam Gelberd

Originally presented June 3, 2021.

 The Incredibly Diverse World of Confederate States Pap er Money

What is Confederate Paper Money, and why is it so important to us? This webinar will cover this and all the basics of Confederate States Paper Money. You will embark on a journey in which you will acquire knowledge about the types of this currency and the people depicted on the notes. You will also learn what a PF variety is. Finally, you’ll be instructed on how you can obtain these fascinating pieces of history that were issued from 1861-1864.
 
Presenter: Caleb Audette

Originally presented June 10, 2021.

 Fundamental Grading Theory 

Coin grading is very subjective and at times, complicated. Learn the difference between technical grading and marketing grading. Understand what a proof coin is and what it is not. Instructors Rod Gillis and Ken Bressett will discuss the language that is grading and set you on a path to learn how to grade coins suitable for your collection.

Presenters: Rod Gillis & Ken Bressett

Originally presented June 21, 2021.

 Counterfeit US Gold Coins

Originally presented June 23, 2021.

 Chinese-Made Counterfeit Coins

Originally presented June 24, 2021.

 Discovering Your Coin: How to Truly Learn about the Objects You are Collecting

Originally presented June 25, 2021.

 The Importance of Eye Appeal

Originally presented June 28, 2021.

 Modern Minting Process

Originally presented June 29, 2021.

 Counterfeit Detection of Key Dates and Mintmarked U.S. Coins

Originally presented June 29, 2021.

 The Coinage of Roman Egypt: A Survey

Originally presented June 30, 2021.

 Romano-Companian Coins

Originally presented July 1, 2021.

 Ancient Greek Coinage; An Overview of the World’s First Coinage

Originally presented July 2, 2021.

Development of Art Medal Societies in America

This presentation will discuss the medals produced in America by several societies in the 20th century.
 
Presenters: David Menchell & David Alexander

Originally presented July 26, 2021.

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 The Currency of Colorado

This presentation is an introduction to the numismatics of Colorado from the earliest days to the present.
 
Presenter: Doug Mudd

Originally presented July 27, 2021.

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19th Century US National Bank Note Counterfeits plus Counterfeits of Chinese Paper Money Coming from China

This two-hour presentation will cover two topics. We will start with counterfeits of large-size national bank notes that were mostly circulated in the 19th century. When the Bureau of Engraving and Printing assumed the responsibility for printing national currency, many employees of the contract printers who had been doing this work no longer had jobs. Some turned their skills to creating notes on the QT; those are what we will examine. As bad notes were identified in circulation, these craftsmen modified the plates they were using so that notes of a different bank became their product. One can trace several generations of counterfeits to single original plates.

After the break, we will take up more modern products – notes of China from 1948 to today being pushed into Western markets from Chinese sources. The market for Chinese paper money has been overheated, but is still quite active; if you collect these series, you need to see this presentation.

As for all of my presentations, you will be best served if you watch the introductory session on printing technologies. Go to info.money.org/elearning-recorded-webinars and look for “Printing Technologies and Introduction to Counterfeit Detection.”
 
Presenter: Joseph E. Boling

Originally presented July 28, 2021.

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Money of the Afterlife — AKA “To Hell With Money”

This presentation takes a look at the history, lore, issuance and use of collecting Hell Banknotes — a small specialized paper money collecting field. These colorful large to small ornate intricate to simple designed ceremonial death notes [which are burned at gravesite and other ceremonies to honor ancestors] have a mythological history use in China dating back hundreds of years. Individuals will learn about there naming, the Emperor and Bank of Hell depicted on many along with there uses in Buddhist Temples/Shrines plus yearly traditional rituals such as ‘Qing Ming-The Festival of Pure Brightness’ and the ‘Hungry Ghost Festival- where the gates of Hell or Afterlife are thrown open for the deceased to visit the living on earth’.
 
Presenter: Walt Ostromecki

Originally presented July 29, 2021.

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Olympic Games; History & Numismatics

Commemorative Coins & What is Involved in Getting a Commemorative Coin Minted

Medieval European Coinage: Part 1 AD 476 – 800

Originally presented October 18, 2021.

 April 13, 1976: A Numismatic Bicentennial Kickoff Event Remembered 

Originally presented October 19, 2021

Paper Money Made to Deceive Collectors

Originally presented October 20, 2021

Medieval European Coinage: Part 2 AD 800 – 1496

Originally presented November 8, 2021

Discover the intriguing history surrounding the issuance of the US Three Cent Coinage in both silver and and nickel from 1851-89. Was there more to the story than it was only issued to buy postage stamps in 1851? When did the concept or idea for an American 3-cent coin begin? Answer: As early as the California Gold Rush in late1848. What other coin denomination was also recommended along with the ‘THREE’ in 1848-9? Do you know what other non monetary use for the silver 3-cent piece blossomed during its lifetime? Why the 1851-O issue? Values and grading of both metal content issues as well as proof issues and mint error coins will also be briefly covered.

Presenter: Walt Ostromecki

Originally presented November 16, 2021

Prince of Youth: Coinage Traces the Rise and Fall of Publius Septimius Geta

Originally presented November 23, 2021.