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Polymer banknotes

The history of banknotes stretches back a very long time, although one might not think so at first, and the material used to make them has never stopped evolving over the centuries Counterfeiting is not plain sailing Banknotes were originally made of(...)

Tempo di lettura: 5'13"

22/06/2022

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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(...)

Tempo di lettura: 4'36"

25/03/2022

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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(...)

Tempo di lettura: 5'4"

25/01/2022

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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 (...)

Tempo di lettura: 0'44"

07/01/2022

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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(...)

Tempo di lettura: 1'27"

27/11/2021

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Top 11 animals featured on ancient coins

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Top 11 animals featured on ancient coins

Emblems, myths, symbols… There’s no doubt about it: be they gods or myths, emblems or parables, terrifying or powerful, fighting or posing, immobile or in motion, animals are everywhere to be found on ancient coins. Allow us to present our non-exhaust(...)

Tempo di lettura: 8'59"

23/04/2021

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