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Commemorated jubilatory jubilees
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Commemorated jubilatory jubilees

The term “jubilee” has sometimes been a little misappropriated and its definition appears to vary depending on whether it is used in reference to the Pope, royalty, or a monumental invention... Whatever the case may be, it is now high time to salute t(...)
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The Écu de Calonne
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The Écu de Calonne

Contrary to what the designation of this coin might lead one to believe at first glance, Calonne is not the name of the engraver of this illustrious and renowned écu. In fact, it is that of the no less illustrious and no less renowned Controller-Gener(...)
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Bronze medals
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Bronze medals

Copper + tin = bronze While bronze was a common choice in ancient times for both weapons and coins, it has also more recently become an indispensable material for all renowned medalists with a bright talent... From the Renaissance to the present day, (...)
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Coin weights
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Coin weights

Prior to the 20th century (and even later depending on the country), the weight (or rather the mass to be more precise) of a coin reigned supreme. Furthermore, the face value of the coin often referred to the corresponding weight. For example, the pou(...)
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The decadrachm of Syracuse
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The decadrachm of Syracuse

While most collector’s items have a relatively reasonable price, in some cases their extreme rarity, age, state of conservation and beauty make them true museum pieces and render them almost priceless. This little antique silver gem satisfies all the (...)
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Present idea: Birth year coin
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Present idea: Birth year coin

As a gift or even for yourself! When it comes to giving gifts, spoiling, surprising, thrilling, treating, delighting, impressing, and enchanting, we often find ourselves at a loss for inspiration.  But what if we allow simplicity and originality to pr(...)
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Albert Camus

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