Admiral Horatio Lord Nelson (1758-1805) was tragic the hero of Trafalgar and a legend in his own time. A brilliant naval tactician and a true leader of men, Nelson weathered personal and physical misfortune. This slide presentation illustrates his triumphs at sea and his memorial in death, as rendered medallically by sculptors of his day and ours. Lecture with slides. Speaker(s): Arthur M. Fitts III.
Many times in U. S. history has the American public said "no" to any change in coinage. Introduction of a new denomination , medal or artistic style has received negative reviews from the public, like the Susan B. Anthony dollar, introduced in 1979. This attitude concerning coinage was not a novel one. Almost two hundred years before, there had been protests about the ?rst Mint designs. Likewise, in the mid-19th century, cartoons lambasted the innovations of Mint Engraver James B. Longacre. Almost every change has caused waves of some sort. Such reactions are discussed in light of the history and taste of the time which formulates such perceptions and molds public opinion. Lecture with slides. Speaker(s): Cory Gillilland.
Bob Robbins, an ex-history teacher, tells the story of ancient times through coins with plenty of anecdotes about the famous personalities that appear on ancient coins. This lecture with slides is both educational and entertaining, and is designed for the beginning collector and experienced collector who has not yet gotten into ancient coins. Speaker(s): Bob Robbins.
Utilizing visual aids as well as actual genuine and counterfeit ancient coins, Mr. Kroh instills collectors (and dealers) with con?dence in their goals by familiarizing them with the characteristics of both genuine and false coins. Various books and publications on detecting counterfeits are displayed and discussed. A question-and answer session follows. Lecture presentation only with samples. Speaker(s): Dennis Kroh.
The man considered by many to be a genius in the world of numismatics answers questions posed by an audience of coin collectors. Hear and see one of the coin hobby's most intriguing and controversial characters. Lecture only. Speaker(s): Walter Breen.
Throughout the centuries, in?ation has destroyed currencies and caused the disappearance of many coins, from the Byzantine follic to the Carolingian silver penny. Mr. Kleeberg, curator of modern coins and currency for the American Numismatic Society (ANS), surveys the ?eld of modern coinage (i.e., post-1552), showing how coins and paper money re?ect the great in?ations of the period, including: the German "Kipper and Wipperzeit" of 1619-1623; the in?ation during the Seven Years Wars under Frederick the Great; the in?ation in North America under the Continental Currency; the assignats in France; the troubles with paper money in the 19th-century Austria; and the hyperin?ations in Germany in 1923 and in Hungary in 1946. Lecture with slides. Speaker(s): John M. Kleeberg.
Michael Haynes managed auctions for Heritage Rare Coin and speaks about coin auctions from the buyer's viewpoint. He discusses examination of lots through the mail, in person and by catalog. He talks about the importance of sources and experience in the evaluation process. He presents bidding techniques both on the ?oor and through the mail, and what buyer should do after a sale is completed. Lecture and overhead projector. Speaker(s): Michael R. Haynes.
This is an interesting discourse on the charms and amulets of the Orient. Many problems are brought to light. Centuries-old China has produced a myriad of numismatic items that fail to offer any explanation to the Western world. This leads to confusion and a lack of interest in what can be a spellbinding area of our hobby. Join Ray in a journey about what the late Arthur Braddan Coole categorized as "Fu Lu." It leaves you with more questions than answers, but may open a new and fascinating door for your collecting interest. Lecture with slides. Speaker(s): Ray Mah.
Jim Stoutjesdyk, winner of over 25 awards for numismatic exhibits and 1987's Outstanding YN of the Year, presents a seminar on the technical aspects of creating an award-winning exhibit. Speaker(s): Jim Stoutjesdyk.
