WAYNE'S WORDS: THE E-SYLUM MARCH 15, 2026

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This week we open with three numismatic literature sales, five new books, updates from the Newman Numismatic Portal, Philadelphia Mint exhibit renovations, and more.

Other topics this week include U.S. silver proof coins, Missouri trade tokens, Catholic medals, savings banks, shields, the American Institute of Numismatic Research, auction previews, Lord Ashcroft's medal collection, Tommy Thompson, and the birthplace of banking.

To learn more about electrum coinage, Medallic Portraits of Adolf Hitler, the rise and demise of coins, the earliest-extant Emperor Norton promissory note, the Master at Study, S.S. Central America ingots, the Trinity College Gold Award Medal, coins of Phanes, encased postage stamps, the 1855 Kellogg & Co. $50 Commemorative Restrike, and publishers Wigglesworth & Ghatt, read on. Have a great week, everyone!

Wayne Homren
Editor, The E-Sylum

 
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