The Hobby's Biggest Week is Coming to Oklahoma City!
Join us at the World's Fair of Money in Oklahoma City, August 19-23, at the Oklahoma City Convention Center for the first time. Over 1,200 dealers and world mints will be on hand with treasures ranging from world and U.S. coins to paper currency, tokens, medals, and more.
Explore the bourse, attend expert-led presentations, connect at club meetings and social events, and participate in family-friendly activities. Plus, don't miss the chance to view some of the world's rarest and most valuable numismatic pieces—many on public display for the first time!
ANA Members Enter Free
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ANA members can pre-register for the World's Fair of Money to receive their admission badge in advance. Badges provide access to the bourse floor 30 minutes prior to the public. Register by July 25to receive badges in the mail and avoid standing in line.Registration packets will start mailing after July 25.
Early Bird Badge
Get on the floor two hours before everyone with an Early Bird Badge. Early Bird hours begin 11 am on Aug. 19, and 8 am Aug. 20-23. Cost is $150.
Consider booking a hotel room today to secure your stay in Oklahoma City in advance. While the ANA host hotel space has already been sold, you can explore more nearby accommodations below.
While in Oklahoma City, you can explore top attractions like the Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, Myriad Botanical Gardens & Crystal Bridge Conservatory, Bricktown Water Taxi and more.
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.
1792 Engraved Washington Indian Peace Medal
The smallest of the three Washington medal sizes, these were typically given to leaders and warriors. As with all Washington Indian Peace medals, they were highly valued by their recipients. Around twenty small-size 1792 medals remain, with only about seven recorded.
Medals of the Renaissance
The Renaissance was a period of cultural revival in Europe from the late 14th to early 17th centuries. This era of flourishing creativity gave birth to an important part of numismatics: the modern portrait medal. This exhibit features a selection of these impressive medals.
Coins of the Silk Road
Spanning Eurasia, the Silk Road was history's first global trade network. Though inspired by economic innovations, it was a vibrant cultural crossroad that connected empires over vast distances and enabled a flood of goods, ideas and technologies for 1,500 years. The coins that facilitated this long-distance trade remain the most durable records of the stories, innovations and cultures of a world not unlike ours today.
1907 UHR Double Eagle
This year's exhibits will include a superb 1907 Ultra High Relief Double Eagle from the famous Tyrant Collection. Described by many as America's most beautiful coin, this $20 gold piece was in the estate of the famous coin's designer, acclaimed sculptor Augustus Saint-Gaudens. (Coin images courtesy of Heritage Auctions.)
Collector Exhibits
Open during public show hours, the Collector Exhibits is one of the best attended and most interesting parts of the show. Members share their knowledge, research, creativity, and collections with other attendees by preparing and displaying numismatic exhibits.
GreatCollections Displaying Unique Pair of Proof Gold Coins
For the first time in a century, the unique pair of 1844 $5 and $10 Proof gold coins minted in New Orleans have been reunited. The ANA's Official Auctioneer GreatCollections will display the pair at World's Fair of Money tables 901/1000.
Minted Assets Coin Giveaway
Show Eagle Coins designed by Joel Iskowitz will be given out to World's Fair of Money attendees all week. About 250 base metal coins will be handed out starting at 1 p.m. Tuesday, and 12 p.m. the rest of the week at the Minted Assets table (1132 & 1134) across from the Museum Showcase. The first attendees to visit their table can receive a coin. Limited quantity available.
Struck in the USA, silver and gold proof coins will also be available for purchase. On Thursday, August 21, Joel Iskowitz will be at the table to meet with visitors.
The obverse highlights one of the most famous statues ever made. Known as "End of the Trail," the statue was created by well-known coin designer and sculptor, James Earle Fraser. The model used for this statue was named Chief John Big Tree – also one of three models used on the Buffalo Nickel. A lone bald Eagle flies over the statue while medallic form of Fraser is displayed in the lower right. This is the first time Fraser and the End of the Trail statue have been featured on a legal tender coin.
The reverse design shows an allegorical figure of NOMISMA, which is the Greek word for "Money." She is shown holding the Oklahoma quarter which serves as the World's Fair of Money logo. In place of the 2008 issue date, the signature of Susan Gamble, the quarter's designer, is displayed. E PLURIBUS UNUM graces the legend as a fitting tribute to the show's mission of bringing the people in the hobby together for the convention.
Third-Party Grading at the Convention
Numismatic Guaranty Company(NGC), the Official ANA grading service, will offer on-site grading and encapsulation of U.S. coins from Tuesday, August 19 through Friday, August 22 at 1 p.m. (subject to change, check with table staff). Coins will be returned by the end of the day on Saturday, August 23. Coins must be picked up by the end of the show.
Professional Coin Grading Services (PCGS) will be accepting submissions for on-site grading through Friday, August 22 at noon. Take home submissions cutoff is Saturday, August 23 at 1 pm.
ANA Event Auctioneer Partner Lot Viewing Schedules
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.
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Intermediate Grading of U.S. Coins
This two-day mid-level course is intended to sharpen grading skills through hands-on group and individual exercises with instructor feedback on each coin. Students will better understand current grading-service philosophies and how they evolved in the marketplace. Copper, silver and gold specimens are covered, with emphasis on About Uncirculated through Uncirculated examples.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of "Grading United States Coins, Part 1" or permission from the instructors.
Instructors: Bob Mellor and William Latour When: August 17-18, 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 21 and Friday, August 22 from 9 am to 5 pm.
Thursday, August 21
10 a.m. –Ten (or So) Trends that Are Shaping the Coin Hobby Today, Steve Roach
11 a.m. –Making Small Change in the 18th Century: Coins, William Wood, and the King's Mistress, Franklin L. Noel
1 p.m. –From Paper to Bronze: Creating the 2025 ANA Convention Medal, Heidi Wastweet and Jamie Franki
2 p.m. –Road Trip! Collecting the Traveling Coins of Hadrian, Kirk Van Brunt
Friday, August 22
10 a.m. –ANA Show Eagle—A Tribute to the Largest Coin Show in the U.S., Chang Bullock and Joel Iskowitz
11 a.m. –Numismatics Noir: Where Culture and Currency Collide, Jen Ingram
1 p.m. –Bolivia's 19th Century Proclamation Coinage, Ron Burkard
2 p.m. –Quest for the Cryptids: Issues of the Winterhulp/Secours d"Hiver in Occupied Belgium, 1941-44, Marcus Turner
Sundman Luncheon Lecture Series
During this year's Sundman Lecture Series, Aug. 20, hobby leaders will discuss a range of topics focusing on the theme, "Culture's Mirror: How Coins Reflect Popular Culture." Lectures are free and open to the public. Enjoy a catered lunch between lectures from 12:15 p.m. (pre-registration required for luncheon). The lecture schedule is listed below.
10 a.m. –Reflections Upon U.S. Popular Culture, Heritage, and History, As Influenced by Numismatics: A Look at Some of the Events, Individuals, and Coins Which Have Shaped Our Popular Culture, Bob Bair
11:15 a.m. –Viewing Culture Through the Lens of Numismatics, Michael T. Shutterly
2 p.m. –The Public Reception of the 1921 Peace Dollar and Popular Culture, Steve Roach
3:15 p.m. –The Art of American Coinage: Reflecting Values from 1792 to Today, Russ Bega
The luncheon is $30 per person. Attendees may choose from charred endive salad, Dijon oregano grilled beef tenderloin with brandy caper cream sauce, apricot Dijon chicken breast, or three cheese ravioli with pesto sauce. All lunches are served with a freshly baked roll and chocolate marquise cake, with mango popping pearls and melba sauce. The lecture series is underwritten by Maynard Sundman/Littleton Coin Co. Lecture Series Endowment and David Sundman.
Thursday, August 21, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. The Coin of the Year (COTY) program, a competition that recognizes outstanding coin designs worldwide, will hold its award ceremony at the Oklahoma City Convention Center, room 301 A. Sponsored by World Money Fair and Coin of the Year, this event is free and open to the public.
Member & Awards Presentation & Reception
Thursday August 21, 3-4:30 p.m. 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, held in Ballroom A. Hors d'oeuvres and cash bar. Attendance is free of charge but pre-registration is encouraged by July 12.
Exhibit Awards
Presentation & Reception
Friday, August 22, 2-3:30 p.m.
At this celebratory event, ANA exhibitors receive recognition for excellence in preparing outstanding numismatic research. Come to room 301CD to celebrate exhibitors in competitive, non-competitive and marquee categories. There is no cost to attend this dessert reception.
134th Anniversary Banquet & Live Auction
Friday, August 22, from 7 to 10 p.m., Omni Oklahoma City Hotel The ANA awards banquet honors members and individuals for their dedication and work advancing the hobby of numismatics. The event is 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 until July 12, then tickets are $110. Registration is required.
Commemorate the Convention with Medals & Collectibles
Medallic artists Jamie Franki and Heidi Wastweet collaborated on designing and sculpting the 134th Annual Convention medal. It celebrates Oklahoma City's connections to Native America and wildlife. In the tradition of James Earle Fraser's beloved Buffalo nickel, the medal features a First American on the obverse and a bison (the state animal of OK), on the reverse.
The obverse depicts the statue atop the Oklahoma State Capitol building called "The Guardian," a 17-foot-tall bronze representation of a Native American man. The monument represents the historic and enduring presence of Native American people in Oklahoma, as well as the state's diversity and ability to overcome challenges.
The reverse of the medal features bison on the Oklahoma plains. The primary device is a congregation of a stylized bison with five starlings perched upon his back. Five more bison, delineated as open spaces in silhouette, can be seen on the horizon of the Great Plains.
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!
Ernie's Treasure Treehouse is generously sponsored by Kevin Lipton Rare Coins.
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 23, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. in
room 201. The class is FREE to attend and children can earn prizes including coins, paper money, a Red Bookand more! Pre-registration is strongly encouraged, as space is limited.
Young Collectors Corner is generously sponsored by Kevin Lipton Rare Coins.
Can't make the show?
We will live stream 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 Proof gold coins at GreatCollections' booth, the ribbon cutting ceremony, Coolest Thing in Your Booth chats with attendees, and more!
Videos will also be posted to the ANA YouTube channel of the convention
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