Join us at the World's Fair of Money in Pittsburgh, PA, August 25-29, at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center. 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 sold-out bourse, attend expert-led presentations, connect at club meetings and social events, participate in family-friendly activities, and bid on auction lots. Plus, don't miss the chance to view some of the world's most rare and valuable numismatic pieces—many on public display for the first time!
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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. The showcase will feature an exceptional lineup of exhibits, from iconic favorites—such as the ANA Money Museum's legendary 1913 Liberty Head nickel—to specially curated displays honoring 250 years of American independence.
Promises in Silver: The Changing Face of Indian Peace Medals in the United States
A joint display between the ANA and the American Numismatic Society (numismatics.org), Indian Peace Medals will be featured. These were crucial diplomatic tools used from the late 17th century to establish and maintain alliances with Native American leaders.
A Liberty for All
This exhibit highlights the adoption of Liberty to grace our nation's first coinage and how her image has changed over the last 250 years.
Two Versions of the Declaration of Independence
On display courtesy of Brian Hendelson, an 1848 Peter Force engraved copy of the Declaration of Independence will be featured, and an engraved 1820 copy of Thomas Jefferson's original rough draft of the Declaration of Independence will make an appearance.
Athena's Owls—Icons of Silver—Courtesy of the Arcadia Collection
The Athenian "owl" silver tetradrachm is famous as one of the most influential coins of all time. During the fifth century B.C., when Athens emerged as the greatest of all Greek cities, owls were the most widely used international trade coin and helped spread Greek culture throughout the Mediterranean world.
The America 250 Display, Presented by the Colonial Coin Collectors Club (C4)
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.
GreatCollections (GreatCollections.com), the Official Auctioneer of the ANA, will present a selection of notable displays that highlight both the artistry and variety of U.S. coinage. From landmark, registry-level silver commemoratives to a remarkable group of dramatic modern errors, these exhibits offer attendees insight into the depth and diversity of the hobby.
Place Bids Today for the Early Cents Auctions Live Sale
Early Cents Auctions (EarlyCentsAuctions.com), the ANA Featured Live Auction Sponsor for the 2026 World's Fair of Money, is currently taking online bids for their upcoming live auction event.
The auction features items from Fred H. Borcherdt's Hall of Fame Collection of 1794-1814 Cents. Lot viewing is during show hours at table 1022, and the live auction begins Thursday, August 27 at 5 p.m. in room 411/412.
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.
Minted Assets will distribute commemorative copper coins to World's Fair of Money attendees all week at table 1234, while supplies last, beginning at 12 p.m. Tuesday and 11 a.m. the rest of the week. About 250 coins will be distributed each day. This is the first coin in the series to be struck from copper. Silver and gold proof coins will also be available for purchase.
The obverse depicts Nomisma, the Greek word for "money," holding the reverse of the 2025 U.S. Platinum Eagle from this year's World's Fair of Money logo, with "E Pluribus Unum" symbolizing the hobby community's unity. This is the third coin in this series designed by artist Joel Iskowitz. Unfortunately, Iskowitz passed away earlier this year, making this the final coin he designed over his long and distinguished career.
The reverse is inspired by Victor David Brenner's "A Song to Nature" statue in Pittsburgh and includes Brenner's portrait, a soaring bald eagle, and a ribbon marking America's 250th anniversary with the dates 1776-2026.
It also includes a Benjamin Franklin hat privy mark and the initials "PEM" in tribute to Patrick Emmett McBride, a beloved Franklin impersonator at coin shows and former president of the Pennsylvania Association of Numismatsts, who passed away in June.
Third-Party Grading Services at the Show
Numismatic Guaranty Company(NGC), the Official Grading Service of the ANA, will offer on-site grading submissions until Friday, August 28 at 1 p.m. Regular submissions are will be accepted until Saturday, August 29 at 12 p.m. Cut-off times may change due to submission volume. Check with representatives at booth for details.
Professional Coin Grading Services (PCGS) will begin accepting submissions on Monday, August 24 during Dealer Day. During regular show hours August 25-29, they will be taking on-site orders each day from the time the floor opens until closing.
ANA Event Auctioneer Partner Lot Viewing Schedules
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Money Talks Presentations
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 27 and Friday, August 28 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Thursday, August 27
10 a.m. –Three Centuries of Numismatic Myths and Mysteries, Richard Rosenfeld & Jesse Kraft
11 a.m. –The U.S. Flag in Early Numismatics, Jeff Pritchard
1 p.m. –The Making of an ANA World's Fair of Money Medal for Pittsburgh, Heidi Wastweet & Jamie Franki
2 p.m. –A Tribute to Joel Iskowitz and His Numismatic Contributions, Chang Bullock
Friday, August 28
10 a.m. –What's New at the Newman Numismatic Portal, Len Augsburger
11 a.m. –The Tumultuous and Successful History of the New Orleans Mint, Craig Eberhart
1 p.m. –The Coinage of Ancient Thasos, William E. Daehn
2 p.m. –Collectible Pittsburgh, Lawrence Korchnak
Maynard Sundman/Littleton Coin Company Lecture Series
During this year's Maynard Sundman/Littleton Coin Company Lecture Series, Aug. 26, hobby leaders will discuss a range of topics focusing on the theme, "Striking Independence: 250 Years of American Numismatics."
Lectures are free, tickets are required to attend the lunch.
10 a.m. –Coins Don't Lie: How 250 Years of American Monetary Crisis Created a Roadmap for the Digital Currency Revolution, Toby Reeves
11:15 a.m. –Our Nation's History – It's All There in the "Fine Print," Dr. Eric Karell
2 p.m. –From Libertas to Liberty: The Foreign Roots of America's Numismatic Identity, Russ Bega
3:15 p.m. –Republics in Profile: The Parallel Transition from Allegory to Authority in American and Roman Coinage, Caroline Turco
The luncheon is $55 per person. Attendees may choose between a chicken, beef, or vegetarian meal. The lecture series is underwritten by Maynard Sundman/Littleton Coin Co. Lecture Series Endowment and David Sundman.
Thursday, August 27, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. The Coin of the Year (COTY) program, a competition that recognizes outstanding coin designs worldwide, will hold its award ceremony at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center, room 413. World Coin News presents the awards for the competition. This event is free and open to the public.
Member & Awards Presentation & Reception
Thursday August 27, 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 B. Hors d'oeuvres and cash bar. Attendance is free of charge, but pre-registration is encouraged by August 13.
Exhibit Awards
Presentation & Reception
Friday, August 28, 2-3:30 p.m.
At this celebratory event, ANA exhibitors receive recognition for excellence in preparing outstanding numismatic research for member exhibits. Join us in room 413 to honor exhibitors in competitive, non-competitive and marquee categories. There is no cost to attend this dessert reception.
135th Anniversary Banquet & Live Auction
Friday, August 28, 7 to 10 p.m., Allegheny Ballroom, Westin Pittsburgh 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 $150 per person. Registration is required.
Following the historic 2025 end of the circulating Lincoln cent, this year's show medal keepsake honors Victor David Brenner's legendary masterpiece by seamlessly weaving numismatic history into the fabric of Pittsburgh.
The obverse depicts industrial steelworkers constructing a giant cent made of riveted sheet metal. Behind their work-in-progress, stylized elements of Pittsburgh's iconic skyline rise into view, seamlessly blending Brenner's original design with the city's manufacturing heritage.
The reverse of the medal features one of Pittsburgh's famous Duquesne Incline railcars, artfully occupying the exact position held by the Lincoln Memorial on the traditional cent. The design honors the historic 1877 funicular, a cable-driven, counterbalanced railway system that still lifts passengers 400 feet up Mount Washington for iconic views of the city's skyline and three rivers.
Demand for this year's convention medal has been great, with the initial release selling out quickly. Medals are now available for pre-order in bronze (2.75" medal) for $90, plus $11 for shipping and handling. Pre-orders are being accepted until Friday, August 28 at 5 p.m.
PLEASE NOTE: Medals will be mailed out in mid-October. The ANA reserves the right to limit quantities per order.
Kids attending the show have the option to play games and earn Hoot Loot to spend on numismatic prizes of their choice. At Ernie's Treasure Treehouse, activities to help kids explore, study, and connect through numismatics include Treasure Trivia, Cash Cube, 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 and Scouts between the ages of 5 and 17 teaches kids about the basics of the hobby. Scouts can attend to earn a Coin Collecting Merit Badge or Fun With Money Patch.
The YCC program is Saturday, August 29,
from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. 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.
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