John Adams discusses the history and literature of large cent collecting at the Early American Coppers convention in Boston. Adams moved from collecting large cents to compiling a bibliography of United States numismatic auction catalogs, c. 1980. Adams covers the discovery of photographic negatives from the Parmelee sale, Wurtzbach's review copy of Sheldon, and other research finds. Cassette copy courtesy of Wayne K. Homren.
Video footage from the exhibit area of the 1991 American Numismatic Association (ANA) convention in Chicago. The video begins with several minutes on the bourse floor, then moves to the exhibit area. An exhibit of numismatic literature (from Armand Champa) is included, as well as rarities from the ANA collection. Footage of the literature exhibit begins at 09:15.
Audio recording of Mike Packard speaking at the 1991 Early American Coppers convention in Boston on the subject of Massachusetts copper coinage. Recording starts part way through the presentation. Cassette copy courtesy of Wayne K. Homren.
A visit to the National Numismatic Collection, c. 1991, by members of the Pennsylvania Association of Numismatists. A number of U.S. rarities are displayed, including a 1913 Liberty Nickel, 1804 dollars, and an 1822 half eagle.
This in-depth presentation gives the names and backgrounds of the signers of currency issued by the state of Pennsylvania during America's Colonial period. Mr. Lasser's research is depthful and complete. Delivered at the prestigious ANS Coinage of the Americas Conference. Lecture with slides. Speaker: Joseph R. Lasser.
Hear and see the great medallic sculptor Gilroy Roberts in this in-depth interview conducted by David Lisot. Gilroy shares his childhood and what inspired him to become an artist. He discusses his days at the U.S. Mint when he had the opportunity to design the Kennedy half dollar. He tells of his prolific artistic creations at the Franklin Mint. This interview is an inspiration into the creative spirit as told by one of the most successful sculptors of all time. Interviewed by David Lisot.
