ANA, NACA offer discount

The American Numismatic Association and the North American Collectibles Association announced a new benefit offer for ANA members interested in saving money on shipping insurance. ANA members who join the NACA for an introductory $45 membership fee can take advantage of the online program, ShipandInsure.com. Continue reading

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NCC meeting includes grading presentation

Lee Orr presented a grading seminar Dec. 8 at the Kenwood Park Center in Minneapolis, Minn., when the Northwest Coin Club held its December meeting. Orr is a longtime dealer at the club’s annual show and club supporter. Continue reading

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GNA to offer two ANA scholarships

The Georgia Numismatic Association is accepting applications for two scholarships for the 2012 American Numismatic Association Summer Seminar in Colorado Springs, Colo. The scholarships are available to both Young Numismatists, ages 13 to 22, and senior numismatists. The two one-week sessions are scheduled for June 23-29 and June 30-July 6. Completed applications must be received by Dec. 31. Continue reading

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Wooden nickel pays tribute to Marines

The Great River Regional Coin Club of St. Cloud, Minn., has issued a wooden nickel in conjunction with its 40th anniversary fall coin show. The piece pays tribute to the United States Marine Corps. Continue reading

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MSNS honors Heller

Lansing coin dealer Patrick A. Heller was honored with the Michigan State Numismatic Society President’s Award during the MSNS award ceremony Nov. 27 in Dearborn, Mich. The ceremony was held in conjunction with the MSNS Fall Convention. Continue reading

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Houston show records likely

With a record 250 booths hosting approximately 400 dealers expected, the Money Show of the Southwest was set to open its bourse Thursday, Dec. 1 through Saturday, Dec. 3. The show was to be held at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, Texas, as the 54th annual show hosted by the Greater Houston Coin Club. Continue reading

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Tucson show a success

While attendance was down during the Nov. 4-6 International Coin, Stamp and Collectibles Show in Tucson, Ariz., the Tucson Coin Club’s pre-show event and youth events made the show successful. Continue reading

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SCNA holds 39th show

The South Carolina Numismatic Association held its 39th annual convention and show Oct. 28-30 in Greenville, S.C. Greg Stowers, SCNA outgoing president, cut the ribbon at the Friday morning opening ceremony. Continue reading

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Lincoln set marks club’s 75th year

The Des Moines, Iowa Coin Club is celebrating its 75th anniversary in 2011 by issuing encased Lincoln dollars and cents and a limited quantity of 1936 cents. Continue reading

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600 attend PNNA-WCC

The Pacific Northwest Numismatic Association and the Willamette Coin Club jointly sponsored their annual coin show and convention in Portland, Ore., Oct. 21-23. The show was attended by more than 600 people. Continue reading

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