A year-long programme of events marks the 850th anniversary of one of the most shocking crimes in European history, the murder of Thomas Becket. ‘Becket2020’ will see venues in London, Canterbury and beyond host a range of events across …
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The South African Mint, a wholly owned subsidiary of the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) has launched the third coin in the Big 5 series featuring the indomitable rhino. The “Big Five” term originated when big game hunters visited the …
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The American Numismatic Association (ANA) and Numismatic Guaranty Corporation® (NGC®) have partnered to launch the ANA Registry later this year. Many collectors participate in the online registry programs offered by NGC and Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS), the hobby’s leading …
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A federal court judge in Camden, New Jersey has sentenced admitted counterfeit coins importer, Johnathan A. Kirschner, 35, of Moorestown, New Jersey, to 10 1/2 years in prison. After being alerted by members of the Anti-Counterfeiting Educational Foundation about the …
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