Coin Collector

Coin Collector gives you all the information, news, expert advice, market insight and inspiration you need to build your coin collection and get the most from your hobby. Every issue features in-depth collecting guides giving you the lowdown on coins from a wide range of periods and location, from Viking and Roman coins to the latest coins issued by mints around the world. Each issue includes the unique and popular ‘British Numismatist’ section, bringing you the latest discoveries, exhibitions, theories and literature from the academic world of numismatics. Written by authors, curators and learned experts, the pages provide an academic yet still accessible take on the hobby.

Coin Collector

Welcome to Coin Collector

coin update • THE LATEST COIN NEWS FROM AROUND THE WORLD

FORTHCOMING EVENTS

NEWS IN BRIEF

auction update • THE LATEST COIN SALES FROM AROUND THE WORLD

price £ watch • YOUR QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE TO ONLINE SALES, IN ASSOCIATION WITH DELCAMPE.NET

At a Turning Point • Previewing the year ahead, Sebastian Wieschowski considers why 2026 is shaping up to be a pivotal 12 months for numismatics.

Numismatic Discovery of the Century • Following the sale of a 1804 silver dollar in December for $6,000,000, Jeff Garrett traces the history and significance of this legendary coin in the numismatic world.

Coinage of the Last Tsar • In a special ‘Treasure Hunt’, Michael Burzan guides us through the coinage of Tsar Nicholas II, whose reign marked the end of Imperial Russia.

The Mohur of the Bengal Presidency • The Bengal Presidency was part of the East India Company. Here, Charles Brooks outlines its history alongside the development of the 1790–1818 gold mohur.

The De La Rue Story • Having been in business over 200 years, the printing firm of De La Rue has a long and eventful history as Jonathan Callaway has discovered.

The 12th Century AD • In the 12th century, when the grosso was introduced in Venice, it had a profound impact on medieval coinage, writes Paula Hammond.

new coins • YOUR GUIDE TO NEW COINS FROM AROUND THE WORLD WWW.COLLECTORS-CLUB-OF-GREAT-BRITAIN.CO.UK

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