DISCOVER YOUR NEXT TREASURE AT THE WORLD'S FAIR OF MONEY®
More than 1,200 dealers and world mints (including the U.S. Mint) will be attending the World's Fair of Money in Chicago, where you'll have the opportunity to find the next treasure for your collection. Browse world coins, U.S. coins, ancient coins, bullion, paper currency, tokens, medals and more on the bourse floor.
You'll also have the chance to attend informative presentations from notable speakers sharing their numismatic expertise, social events and club meetings. George Washington, Abraham Lincoln and Ben Franklin reenactors also will be in attendance to take photos and share history.
At this convention, you will have the opportunity to see some of the world's most astounding and valuable rarities, including numismatic pieces not seen anywhere else. All of this and more is taking place at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Illinois, August 6-10.
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Show Hours
Tuesday, 1-5:30 p.m.
Wednesday-Friday, 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Saturday, 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Early Entry for ANA Members
Tuesday, 12:30 p.m.
Wednesday-Saturday, 9:30 a.m.
Skip the Line
ANA members are encouraged to pre-register for the World's Fair of Money to receive admission badges in advance. Member badges provide access to the bourse floor 30 minutes prior to the public. Register by July 12 to receive member credentials in the mail, avoiding the need to stand in line.Registration packets will start mailing after July 12.
Early Bird Badge
Get on the floor two hours before the public with an Early Bird Badge. Early Bird hours begin at 11 am on Aug. 6 and 8 am on Aug. 7-10. There is no Early Bird admittance on Monday, or during dealer set up. Cost is $150.
When you book your hotel before July 14, you can secure a room at the Hyatt Regency O'Hare at a special rate by mentioning the ANA World's Fair of Money. The hotel connects to the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center with a sky bridge for easy show access. It is located close to the Allstate Arena, Rosemont Theatre and the indoor Woodfield Mall, for anyone looking to explore the area.
The hotel provides digital check-in, a fitness center, free internet access, on-site restaurant, a pet-friendly stay (extra fees apply) and more for guests.
The Money Museum Showcase features rare and historic items from the ANA's Edward C. Rochette Money Museum and items generously lent to the ANA from private collections. Here are a few highlights of what to expect this year.
Two Extraordinarily Rare U.S. Pattern Sets from the Black Cat Collection
This exhibit features the only remaining complete 16-coin 1868 Aluminum Die Trial Proof Set. These coins were struck in aluminum at a time when it was more valuable than gold! Only eleven sets were created, all of which, except this one, have been broken up.
The second set is a complete Proof Set of 1882 Liberty Head Shield Earring coins in copper and silver, illustrating how Liberty could have looked had the designs been selected. These coins are remarkable for their rarity, especially as part of a complete set, and their spectacular conditions.
This exhibit on display courtesy of the Black Cat Collection via Legend Numismatics.
Bank of the United States Notes
Conventioneers can see highlights of United States obsolete notes from a recent donation to the Edward C. Rochette Money Museum by ANA Life Members John & Nancy. This extensive collection includes checks signed by President Andrew Jackson and General Winfield Scott.
Parthia; The Forgotten Empire
Parthia was one of the great empires of the Middle East – centered on modern Iran and Iraq – and the only civilized empire that managed not only to survive contact with the expanding Roman Empire but even defeat it on multiple occasions. Yet it is largely neglected in the history books despite almost 500 years of existence and having a long numismatic history.
America's First Struck Silver Dollar
GreatCollections, the ANA's Official Auctioneer, will display a spectacular example of what is widely believed to be the very first Silver Dollar struck by the United States. The 1794 Silver Dollar, graded SP-66 by Professional Coin Grading Services and approved by Certified Acceptance Corporation, is one of about 140 silver dollars that exist today. This will be the last time the coin is available for viewing at a major show for a while – it is being delivered to the new owner a few weeks after the World's Fair of Money.
Tyrants of the Nile
The latest Tyrant Collection exhibit – Tyrants of the Nile – will debut during the World's Fair of Money. Valued at $5 million, this display presents a comprehensive timeline of Egyptian history that dates back millenia.
From the earliest coin struck in ancient Egypt to a 1938 King Farouk gold proof "Royal Wedding" 500 piastres, this exhibit is packed with show-stopping treasures from a dynamic and revered civilization.
The biggest draw is a c. 361-342 B.C. gold stater struck under the only Egyptian pharaoh who issued a coin, Nectanebo II. The obverse displays a galloping horse (typical of the Hellenistic period). The reverse shows the Egyptian hieroglyphic symbol of a human heart. This is the finest known example of this rare coin.
Third-Party Grading at the Convention
Numismatic Guaranty Company(NGC), the Official ANA grading service, will be accepting submissions for on-site grading during show hours, Tuesday through Saturday (check with table staff for cut-off time).
Professional Coin Grading Services (PCGS) will be accepting submissions for on-site grading through Friday, August 9 at noon. Take home submissions cutoff is Saturday, August 10 at 1 pm.
Can't make the show?
ANA will be livestreaming select activities and events during the convention to the ANA's Facebook page (facebook.com/numismatics). Live streamed events will include a tour of the Money Museum Showcase, the Tyrant Collection exhibit "Tyrants of the Nile," the 1794 Silver Dollar at GreatCollections' booth, the ribbon cutting ceremony, historic reenactors, Coolest Thing in Your Booth chats with attendees, and more!
Videos will also be posted to the ANA YouTube channel of the convention throughout the week. Visit youtube.com/@MoneyOrg to see what's happening.
Security Tactics for Dealers Attending Coin Shows
Dealers who participate in coin shows are potential targets of numismatic predators. These tactics and practices provide dealers and their employees a basic safety plan that will help reduce the chances of becoming a numismatic crime victim.
This class will feature one of the largest collections of Chinese-made counterfeits of United States colonials, coins, tokens, bullion and bars. Hundreds of never before seen, recently made examples will be available to examine along with the ANA's Counterfeit Detection set of older and highly deceptive fakes. This seminar will teach counterfeit detection of Key Date and Mintmarked coins, US gold coins, and the latest wave of deceptive Chinese-made counterfeits. There will be both digital presentation and extensive hands-on coin examination.
Instructor: Brian Silliman When: August 4-5, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Money Talks provide members a forum in which to share their views and research with fellow hobbyists. The numismatic lectures are presented each year at ANA conventions and are free to attend. Presentations are 30- to 45-minutes each, including questions from the audience.
This year's presentations are Thursday, August 8 and Friday, August 9 from 9 am to 5 pm.
Sundman Luncheon Lecture Series
During this year's Sundman Lecture Series, Aug. 7, hobby leaders will discuss a range of topics focusing on the theme, "A Century of Change: 1924 to 2024." Lectures are free and open to the public. Enjoy a catered lunch between lectures from 12:30 to 2 p.m. (pre-registration required for luncheon).
Attendees may choose from herb chardonnay braised chicken breast, bistro steak, or ratatouille. All lunches are served with a freshly baked roll and dessert.
The luncheon is $30 per person and is underwritten by Maynard Sundman/Littleton Coin Co. Lecture Series Endowment and David Sundman.
The Coin of the Year (COTY) program, a competition that recognizes outstanding coin designs worldwide, will hold its award ceremony Thursday, August 8 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, room 24. Sponsored by World Money Fair and Coin of the Year, this event is free and open to the public.
Member & Awards
Presentation & Reception
Join us Thursday August 8, 3-4:30 p.m. to celebrate membership anniversary milestones and honor the Association's service award recipients, literary award winners, and Young Numismatist of the Year. All members are welcome to attend the event, which will be held in room 25/26. Hors d'oeuvres and cash bar. Attendance is free of charge but pre-registration is encouraged.
Exhibit Awards
Presentation & Reception
At this celebratory event, ANA exhibitors receive recognition for excellence in preparing outstanding numismatic research. The awards presentation is Friday, August 9, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Come to room 23 to celebrate distinguished exhibitors at the World's Fair of Money in competitive, non-competitive and marquee categories. There is no cost to attend this dessert reception.
133RD Anniversary Banquet & Live Auction
The ANA awards banquet honors members and individuals for their dedication and work advancing the hobby of numismatics. The annual banquet takes place Friday, August 9, from 7 to 10 p.m. in the Hilton Rosemont/Chicago O'Hare Grand Ballroom, preceded by a cash bar reception, where you can enjoy the camaraderie of fellow collectors. This year's event also features a live auction. The cost is $100 per person. Registration is required.
Kids attending the show will have the opportunity to play games and earn Hoot Loot to spend on numismatic items of their choice.
At Ernie's Treasure Treehouse, some of the activities to help kids explore, study, and connect through numismatics include:
Treasure Trivia: Kids in grades K-12 receive a sheet for a scavenger hunt around the bourse floor with participating dealers.
Cash Cube: One drawing per day allows a participant to enter the cube and collect as much cash as they can.
Plinko
Cornhole
Coin Toss
Design a Coin
AND MORE
Prizes that can be bought with Hoot Loot include Liberty Head nickels, Indian Head cents, Japanese Occupation notes, National Parks Quarter albums, Mint sets, piggy banks, Mint trading cards, tokens, farthings, elongateds and more!
Young Collectors Corner
A Young Collectors Corner for novice/beginning collectors or Scouts between the ages of 5 and 17 helps kids learn more about the hobby at the most basic level. Scouts can attend to earn a Coin Collecting Merit Badge or Fun With Money Patch*.
The YCC program will be held Saturday, August 10, from 8:30 am to 12 pm in
room 4. The class is FREE to attend and children can earn prizes including coins, paper money, a Red Book** and more! Pre-registration is strongly encouraged, as space is limited. To register, contact Jim Ray at 847-420-1994 or at 4jim.ray@comcast.net.
*All Scouts and Scout Leaders are encouraged to wear their uniforms. Scouts should bring their Blue cards to get signed; Fun With Money Patches will be available for Girl Scouts.
**Red Books provided courtesy of Whitman Publishing; limit one per family.
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