Coin Shows of the World...

MrEureka

Most of us know all about the major shows in the USA. How about telling us about the best shows in the rest of the world? Tempt us to hit the road!

bidask

At the moment, you may be the most experienced coin show traveler on this forum.

MrEureka

Maybe, but I've only just begun to travel!

1960NYGiants

I would have to agree with bidask. Though I'm sure some of our international friends can put in a plug for their homelands.

I attended the CNA in Niagara Falls Canada last week. It's the only international show I attend. Only missed one since 2000. Next year the CNA will be in Ottawa and I plan to attend.

I've heard that the TOREX shows in Toronto are pretty good. I'm sure Bosox can attest to them.

TwoKopeiki

<< <i>I've heard that the TOREX shows in Toronto are pretty good. >>



In my opinion, except for Randy Weir's table, I wouldn't call TOREX a numismatic goldmine, or anything, unless you're looking for Canadian material. And Randy knows very well what he has and the prices he can get away with charging. There are a few rare occasions when other dealer's have something nice, in terms of Darkside, but those are few and far in-between.

Sapyx

Come to Australia for the weird wildlife, the climate, the scenery, the people...

Don't come for just the coin shows.

The Australasian Numismatic Dealers Association runs the major coin shows in the country - one a year in most of the larger cities, with two a year in Sydney. They're usually 3-day events, with the local auction houses usually holding auctions to coincide with them. Still, from what I've read of the big American and European shows, ours are pretty small fairs by comparison. This year's annual show in Brisbane (held in May) was the largest here that I can recall, and there were some 40 dealers present.

The dealer specialties mix is typically around 40% "Liteside" (Australian), 40% "Darkside" (rest of the world/ancient/mediaeval) and 20% either non-numismatic (stamps) or accessories. The two Australian mints (Royal Australian Mint and Perth Mint) usually have a stand there, too, selling latest releases - both normally have a special release timed for each ANDA Show. The RAM normally have "Show-Mintmarked dollars", which are quite popular with the locals.

I normally manage to spend much of my annual collecting budget at the show, but then I only have this one to go to, unless I travel interstate.

So, unless you really need a big selection of Aussie stuff that you can't seem to get up there, or you happen to be coming here when a show's on... I wouldn't recommend crossing the equator for it.

Hussulo

For British. It probably has to be COINEX at Earls court London. 28th & 29th of September 2007.

ajaan

TOREX for anything but Canadian coins is a bust and it is expensive to get in.

Doogy

Andy - can you sneak me in your luggage? i'm 6'3" and 230lbs, so we'll have to find a big bag. i don't eat too much, and i'll sleep in janitor's closets at the hotels.

where we goin' buddy?!

7Jaguars

Hussolo - are you going to Coinex? Wish I could go as I have never been and my schedule has so far not allowed me to go to it. The prices at aouction during this week are awful (for the buyer!)...

MrEureka

i'm 6'3" and 230lbs, so we'll have to find a big bag. i don't eat too much

Doogy - I'm findin' that hard to believe...

JoesMaName

<< <i>Maybe, but I've only just begun to travel! >>



Hi MrEureka,

Is there a listing of major US shows that you are aware of, that you can share???

Thanks.

MrEureka

Coin World and Numismatic News both publish US coin show calendars.

JoesMaName

Hummm I'll check online, thank you.

1960NYGiants

<< <i>Hummm I'll check online, thank you. >>



Joe - try Coin Shows . com

JoesMaName

Great source - thank you.