Author Archives: Robert R. Van Ryzin

Do you use cash more than credit cards?

Posted on July 12, 2016 by Robert R. Van Ryzin

Editor Robert Van Ryzin wants to know: Do you use cash more than credit cards? Let us know your thoughts and feedback on our weekly poll question by entering your comments below or by emailing Robert Van Ryzin here: Robert.VanRyzin@fwcommunity.com. … Continue reading →

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Last Memphis Paper Money Show a hit

Posted on June 16, 2016 by Robert R. Van Ryzin

Next year a battle will likely rage between attendees of the 41st International Paper Money Show. It won’t be a battle over who has best currency. Well, it might be, but considering the new venue for the show, it’s likely … Continue reading →

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Should the portraits on bills be replaced with other famous Americans?

Posted on June 13, 2016 by Robert R. Van Ryzin

Editor Robert Van Ryzin wants to know: Should the portraits on bills be replaced with other famous Americans? Let us know your thoughts and feedback on our weekly poll question by entering your comments below or by emailing Robert Van … Continue reading →

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Have you ever encountered a counterfeit bank note?

Posted on May 17, 2016 by Robert R. Van Ryzin

Editor Robert Van Ryzin wants to know: Have you ever encountered a counterfeit bank note? Let us know your thoughts and feedback on our weekly poll question by entering your comments below or by emailing Robert Van Ryzin here: Robert.VanRyzin@fwcommunity.com. … Continue reading →

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Bank notes forever tied to Wild Bunch

Posted on May 16, 2016 by Robert R. Van Ryzin

Pinkertons used serial numbers to track rail heist loot Just before the bank’s closing on Monday, Oct. 14, 1901, a well-dressed woman walked into The Fourth National Bank of Nashville, Tenn., where she hoped to exchange some crisp new bills … Continue reading →

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Do you plan on buying more paper money this year than last year?

Posted on April 13, 2016 by Robert R. Van Ryzin

Editor Robert Van Ryzin wants to know: Do you plan on buying more paper money this year than last year? Let us know your thoughts and feedback on our weekly poll question by entering your comments below or by emailing … Continue reading →

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Strong attendance at CPMX 2016

Posted on March 23, 2016 by Robert R. Van Ryzin

Strong public attendance and good weather graced the 22nd Annual Chicago Paper Money Expo, March 17-20 at the Crowne Plaza O’Hare in Rosemont, Ill. The show is sponsored by Numismatic News’ sister publication, Bank Note Reporter. Friday’s crowd was especially … Continue reading →

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Should the U.S. switch to polymer bank notes?

Posted on February 16, 2016 by Robert R. Van Ryzin

Editor Robert Van Ryzin wants to know: Should the U.S. switch to polymer bank notes? Let us know your thoughts and feedback on our weekly poll question by entering your comments below or by emailing Robert Van Ryzin here: Robert.VanRyzin@fwcommunity.com. … Continue reading →

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Do you give out $2 bills as gifts during the holidays?

Posted on December 15, 2015 by Robert R. Van Ryzin

Editor Robert Van Ryzin wants to know: Do you give out $2 bills as gifts during the holidays? Let us know your thoughts and feedback on our weekly poll question by entering your comments below or by emailing Robert Van … Continue reading →

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Have you ever sent in a bank note to a grading service?

Posted on November 17, 2015 by Robert R. Van Ryzin

Editor Robert Van Ryzin wants to know: Have you ever sent in a bank note to a grading service? Let us know your thoughts and feedback on our weekly poll question by entering your comments below or by emailing Robert … Continue reading →

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