The Star-Crossed Fate of the Austrian Habsburg Dynasty, and the Commemorative Coins Lamenting the Misfortunes of Those Ill-Fated Rulers
March 27, 12pm MT
From Queen Marie Antoinette in the French Revolution through Emperor Josef II after World War One, the ruling Habsburg Dynasty of Austria was dogged by tragedy, untimely death, and personal misfortune. The Viennese Mint issued six coins from 1997-1999 honoring these unfortunate leaders.
Robert “Bob” Bair has been involved in numismatics since 1956, first as a collector, then as a coin dealer starting in 1987. As a boy growing up in northwestern Wisconsin in the 1950’s he began collecting coins that he received from his newspaper route and a lifelong passion was born. Bair holds master’s degrees in U.S. History (1970) and Educational Administration (1994).
Upcoming Events
National Coin Week
April 20-26, 2025
Iconic Change: Pop Culture & Coins Unite!
Normally when we think of pop culture, we picture movie stars, superheroes, and music icons. But pop culture is much more—it’s a mirror of society, reflecting its beliefs, values, actions, and the popular trends of a given time. Beyond entertainment, pop culture has the power to drive social change and raise awareness about important issues, shaping the way the world is seen. The 2025 event will focus on how pop culture has been represented in numismatics throughout the years.
World’s Fair of Money®
August 19-23, 2025
Experience the world of numismatics at its finest at the 2025 World’s Fair of Money, August 19-23. Join us at the Oklahoma City Convention Center for one of the largest coin and currency shows in the country. This event offers a unique opportunity to explore an extensive marketplace of rare coins, banknotes, and exonumia from around the world, with hundreds of dealers, educational seminars, and special exhibits. Whether you’re a passionate collector or just getting started, this is a must-attend event for anyone interested in the fascinating world of money.
Hands-On Numismatic Seminars
Summer Seminar
Session 1: June 21-26 | Session 2: June 28-July 3
Summer Seminar is a once-a-year opportunity for numismatic learning and camaraderie that offers students a varied selection of weeklong courses designed for discovery or continued study. For many students, Summer Seminar is a life-changing event; it has catapulted the careers of several of the nation’s most respected collectors, authors and dealers.
Students gather in small groups, allowing everyone to be an active participant. You’ll learn from instructors who are recognized leaders in their fields, and from the collective experiences of fellow students, who range in age from teenagers to seniors.
Events Calendar
Learn about ANA hosted numismatic events like the annual World’s Fair of Money®, sharpen your coin collecting skills by attending a live webinar or in-person workshop, and discover opportunities to further your numismatic education with our technical seminars and online degree program.
Numismatic Events Calendar
Find nationwide event listings for coin shows, club meetings, learning opportunities and other numismatic events here.
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