American Numismatic Association Word's Fair of Money - Day 4

Submitted by Shawn Hewitt on

Get ready for the 2012 World's Fair of Money

Last year’s World’s Fair of Money in Chicago was one for the record books. And this year’s Philadelphia show aims to break those records.

Centered in the heart of Philadelphia, just minutes from some of the country’s most significant historical and numismatic sites, the World’s Fair of Money will wow visitors.  The ANA will pack tons of numismatic attractions into the show floor’s 225,000 square feet — that’s 5,000 square feet bigger than Chicago. 

 

American Numismatic Association Word's Fair of Money - Day 3

Submitted by Shawn Hewitt on

Get ready for the 2012 World's Fair of Money

Last year’s World’s Fair of Money in Chicago was one for the record books. And this year’s Philadelphia show aims to break those records.

Centered in the heart of Philadelphia, just minutes from some of the country’s most significant historical and numismatic sites, the World’s Fair of Money will wow visitors.  The ANA will pack tons of numismatic attractions into the show floor’s 225,000 square feet — that’s 5,000 square feet bigger than Chicago. 

 

American Numismatic Association Word's Fair of Money - Day 2

Submitted by Shawn Hewitt on

Get ready for the 2012 World's Fair of Money

Last year’s World’s Fair of Money in Chicago was one for the record books. And this year’s Philadelphia show aims to break those records.

Centered in the heart of Philadelphia, just minutes from some of the country’s most significant historical and numismatic sites, the World’s Fair of Money will wow visitors.  The ANA will pack tons of numismatic attractions into the show floor’s 225,000 square feet — that’s 5,000 square feet bigger than Chicago. 

 

American Numismatic Association Word's Fair of Money - Day 1

Submitted by Shawn Hewitt on

Get ready for the 2012 World's Fair of Money

Last year’s World’s Fair of Money in Chicago was one for the record books. And this year’s Philadelphia show aims to break those records.

Centered in the heart of Philadelphia, just minutes from some of the country’s most significant historical and numismatic sites, the World’s Fair of Money will wow visitors.  The ANA will pack tons of numismatic attractions into the show floor’s 225,000 square feet — that’s 5,000 square feet bigger than Chicago. 

 

Fractional Currency--A Primer

Submitted by Benny Bolin on

Fractional currencywas issued during and after the U.S. Civil War due to the hoarding and shortage of gold, silver and copper coins.  It was printed in five issues in denominations of 3, 5, 10, 15, 25 and 50 cents.  The notes were printed from August 21, 1862, until February 15, 1876.  The first issue of fractional currency was authorized by Congress in the summer of 1862 and signed into law on July 17, 1862. It is called Postage Currency since these notes had as their central vignette the five and ten-cent stamps of the day.

Postage Currency "Coins"

Submitted by Benny Bolin on

Fractional Currency has enjoyed an increased popularity over the past few years.  Most collectors have some exposure and knowledge of it, however, very few collectors, other than those with advanced knowledge, know of the coins that were minted to redeem postage and fractional currency.

Breezy, Blue Skies in Memphis!

Submitted by Pierre Fricke on

June 7-10 2012

I always like going to Memphis as it remains the largest gathering of paper money aficionados anywhere. The 2012 International Paper Money Show was no exception albeit with somewhat subdued numbers of people this year. I’m not quite sure why, but perhaps it was the escalating airfare or perhaps the entrance to the show fees of $7 / day or $20 / show. Certainly the latter kept casual people out that might be beginners – they may not spend a lot of money, but I and some dealers do carry $10, $15 and $20 stuff in addition to the four and five figure material.

Denly Wins SPMC's Top Award

Tom Denly of Boston, Mass, was awarded the SPMC's highest award, the Nathan Gold award at the 2012 International Paper Money Show in Memphis. The award considered to be the lifetime achievement award recognizes an individual who has supported and worked for the SPMC over many years. Denly, a long time currency dealer has also won the award for recruiting the most members more than any other person, a total of 11 times since his first win in 1990. Denly has also been awarded three SPMC President's awards for his service.

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