ACCG News

NJNS Signs On as ACCG Affiliate

Club honors memory of fellow collector.

ACCG Sponsors YN Scholarship

A Young Numismatist will attend the 2005 ANA Summer Seminar thanks to ACCG funding.

President Signs Emergency Protection for Iraqi Antiquities Act

Press release from the American Institute of Archaeology (AIA) announcing the signing of HR 1047

HR-1047 Correction

Information reported by the Thomas site (http://thomas.loc.gov)and by the Washington Post online regarding the passage of HR-1047 appears to have been slightly premature (see our earlier news item on this subject).

HR-1047 Passes -- Now What?

by Wayne G. Sayles

ACCG Board adopts Code of Ethics

The Board of Directors of ACCG has agreed on a uniform Code of Ethics for Collectors and Sellers of ancient coins.

Twin Cities Ancient Coin Club - New Affiliate

Active club joins ACCG as an Affiliate Member

ACCG Opposes China Request

The Ancient Coin Collectors Guild will formally oppose the pending request from the People's Republic of China for import restrictions on coins from antiquity to the 20th century. Individuals are invited to join this opposition by using the free Fax Wizard on this page. Just click on the picture of the U.S. Capitol.

Ancient Coin Collectors Guild Tells Citizens How They Can Own the Wealth of Alexander the Great

The following press release was distributed via a commercial press service to be run in conjunction with the opening of the new Alexander movie.

ACCG members gather at ANA in Pittsburgh

The first Public meeting of the ACCG marks a Guild milestone.

ACCG Sponsors Fax Wizard

Collectors wishing to express their concerns or register their opinions with their legislators in Washington can do so by fax online free of charge.

Ancient Coins for Education (ACE) - New Affiliate

The ACCG is honored to welcome ACE as our newest Affiliate Member.

Oxford hosts lecture series on ethics of collecting

Varied views are heard in an open forum

"Looted" coins found

Widely publicized looting of the Kabul Museum collection turns out to be one more case of disinformation.

CNG, Amphora, Berk Pledge Support at NYINC

The ACCG is proud to announce receipt of the first pledges of support at the Benefactor level.

ACCG Issues Statement on China Request

The ACCG has submitted a statement to the U.S. Department of State, Cultural Property Advisory Committee, opposing the request from China for import restrictions on coins over 100 years old.

SFANS joins ACCG affiliates

The San Francisco Ancient Numismatic Society joins a prestigious group of collector groups in support of ACCG.

ACCG Website named Site of the Week by CoinLink

This site has been named Site of the Week for the week of December 12 in the CoinLink Best of the Web program.

Society Historia Numorum joins ACCG as Affiliate

The Society Historia Numorum becomes the ninth independent organization to support ACCG goals and programs with its membership as an ACCG Affiliate.

China asks US to restrict imports of ancient coins

The People's Republic of China has petitioned the government of the United States to restrict the importation of antiquities under the Convention on Cultural Property Implementation Act (19 USC 2600, Chapter 14).

PNNA becomes ACCG Affiliate

The ACCG welcomes the Pacific Northwest Numismatic Association as an Affiliate Member.

Willamette Coin Club supports ACCG

The Willamette Coin Club has joined the growing ranks of ACCG Affiliate Members.

CPAC holds public hearing

By James J. Lally -- The Cultural Property Advisory Committee held a public hearing on February 17, 2005 in regard to a request for import restrictions from the People's Republic of China.

Orange County Ancient Coin Club joins ACCG

The Orange County Ancient Coin Club joins the cadre of ACCG supporting organizations.

Students are docents in the Ancient Coin Museum

A Pittsburgh elementary school teacher promotes classics through the study of ancient coins and finds support in many places.

2005 Harlan J. Berk Essay Winners Announced

Under the auspices of Ancient Coins for Education (ACE) three deserving young numismatists have been selected as winners in the 2005 Harlan J. Berk Essay Contest.

Ancient Coin Museum for Children (St. Louise de Marillac School, Pittsburgh, PA, from 2005-04-22 08:00 to 2005-04-24 08:00)

The Ancient Coin Museum is used as a teaching tool to discuss the origins of money while incorporating languages through the inscriptions of ancient coins, as well as ancient history, art, myth, and its influence on modern coinage from around the world. Friday will feature speakers, visits from school students, and informal talks open to the public. Local numismatists will participate and students from neighboring schools will be invited. The event is open to the general public (see the related news item on this site dated March 6, 2005).

ACCG opposes import restrictions on coins from Italy

The ACCG has entered an official position statement with the Cultural Property Advisory Committee expressing opposition to any attempt to remove the exemption granted in the original request five years ago.

ACCG recognizes The Year of Languages

The American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages has sponsored a nationwide program to highlight the importance of language learning and cultural understanding. The ACCG proudly endorses this effort.

WildWinds joins as Affiliate Member

WildWinds, a noncommercial and not for profit activity dedicated to serving the ancient coin collecting fraternity has joined the ACCG as an Affiliate Member.

Stephen James CSRA Coin Club joins ACCG

The Stephen James CSRA Coin Club becomes ACCG Affiliate #10

ANSWDC becomes guild Affiliate

The Ancient Numismatic Society of Washington, DC joins the growing list of organizations supporting the Ancient Coin Collectors Guild.

Ancient Coins and Classics Bring History to Life at Pittsburgh Book Fair

The ACCG will participate in a youth education oriented book fair sponsored by St. Louise de Marillac School in Pittsburgh, PA.

Seattle Numismatic Society joins ACCG Affiliates

The Seattle Numismatic Society becomes the 12th independent numismatic organization to join the ACCG as an Affiliate Member.

Ancient Coin Club of Chicago Supports ACCG

The Ancient Coin Club of Chicago, an active and growing organization, joins the ACCG as its 17th Affiliate Member.

Wisconsin District a Friend of Numismatics

The 7th Congressional District Republican Party was presented with the first "Friend of Numismatics" award of the ACCG.

My experience at Summer Seminar

A recap of the 2005 ANA Summer Seminar by ACCG Scholarship recipient Rachel Fulton

CPAC invites comments on Italy request

The Cultural Property Advisory Committee will receive public comments related to the request for extension of import restrictions from Italy.

ACCG Represented at CPAC Hearing

The ACCG was represented by Executive Director, Wayne G. Sayles, at the Cultural Property Advisory Committee hearing of 8 September 2005 in Washington, D.C. Sayles expressed opposition to the inclusion of coins in any import restrictions recommended by the committee and characterized the nature of attacks against the collector community. The written submission of the ACCG was published here in an earlier news item. The verbal comments are posted below.

Association of Dedicated Byzantine Collectors is latest ACCG Affiliate Member

The Association of Dedicated Byzantine Collectors (ADBC) has become the 18th independent organization of ancient coin collectors to formally support ACCG's efforts.

Fax Wizard Opened for International Comment

The ACCG Fax Wizard is now programmed to accept comment from individuals outside of the United States who wish to voice their opposition to U.S. import restrictions on ancient coins.

Egypt halts sale of artifacts in Canada

The Egypt State Information Service has announced that items presented for auction by a Canadian firm have been confiscated.

Ancient Coin Museums: Nurturing the Next Generation of Numismatists

Building on the hands-on experience of students who participate in Ancient Coins for Education (ACE), the school-based Ancient Coin Museums introduce a wider audience to the world of ancient coin collecting.

"Ancient Peddlers" now an ACCG Affiliate

Members of the Ancient Peddlers Yahoo Discussion Group have voted to formally join the ACCG as an Affiliate Member, becoming the 14th independent body to do so.

AIA Backpedals on Iraq Museum Claims

The Archaeological Institute of America, which shamelessly fanned the flames of reported horrors at the Iraq Museum during hostilities in that country has now admitted publicly that the claims were greatly exaggerated, that there were mitigating circumstances to preclude U.S. military protection at the time and that many of the missing items have been recovered from within Iraq, not from the international market which was blamed extensively for the looting. The official press release follows:

"CoinZappers" discussion list supports ACCG

The Yahoo Discussion List "CoinZappers" joins a rapidly growing cadre of organizations supporting the work of the ACCG.

Pittsburgh Teacher is a Friend of Numismatics

Zee Ann Poerio, a third grade teacher at St. Louise de Marillac school in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania has been recognized by the ACCG for her notable contributions to the hobby of collecting ancient coins.

South Dakota Collector enlivens history with coins

Dawson Lewis, a Pierre, South Dakota collector of ancient coins has independently shared his knowledge and interest to make the study of ancient cultures more meaningful and immediate for Middle School students.

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ANA Opposes Import Restrictions

The American Numismatic Association, the largest organized body of coin collectors in the United States, has submitted a statement to the Cultural Property Advisory Committee opposing the addition of coins to any list of restricted cultural property from Italy.

Sayles honored by guild

Wayne G. Sayles, founder and executive director of the ACCG was recognized by the guild board of directors at the 2006 NYINC guild meeting.

Deadline nears for ACCG Board nominees

Nominations for election to the ACCG Board of Directors will close on February 15.

Fax Wizard Now Open for HR 915 Comment

HR 915, the Cultural Conservation of the Crossroads of Civilization Act is currently being considered in the Trade Subcommittee of the House Ways and Means Committee. Concerned collectors may comment through the ACCG Fax Wizard.

State Department ignores collector appeals

The Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs has repeatedly and consistently refused to provide the ACCG and Numismatic Trade organizations with requested details about foreign state requests for import restrictions.

ACCG Funds Ancient Coin Education in Schools

The Ancient Coin Collectors Guild will fund startup programs at ten schools, allowing up to 300 students to study genuine ancient coins as part of the educational programs offered by the organization Ancient Coins for Education, Inc. (ACE)

Bogdanos "Thieves of Baghdad" reviewed

Peter K. Tompa, a Washington attorney specializing in cultural property issues, reviews the recently released chronicle by Matthew Bogdanos about Baghdad Museum looting during the invasion of Iraq. This review was originally published in the March 2006 issue of The Celator.

ACCG meets at NYINC

A formal meeting of the ACCG Board of Directors was held in conjunction with the New York International Numismatic Convention and was followed by a presentation to the general public.

Puetz and Tompa recognized by guild

Bill Puetz and Peter K. Tompa were recognized at the 2006 NYINC for Exceptionally Meritorious Service to the Ancient Coin Collecting fraternity.

CPAC upholds coin exemption for Italy

Ancient coins will remain exempt from the import restrictions on Cultural Property from Italy which have been extended for another five years.

UPDATE! Brooklyn YN selected for ACCG Scholarship

The ACCG funds an annual scholarship for a Young Numismatist to study ancient coins at the American Numismatic Association Summer Seminar. The ANA has announced that Sam Spiegel, the 2006 recipient of this ACCG scholarship has been named ANA Young Numismatist of the Year. The ACCG offers its heartfelt congratulations to this exceptinal YN. The original article (below) about Sam's scholarship was posted last summer.

Ballots are in the mail

Ballots for the election of ACCG Board members have been mailed to all members of record. Don't forget to vote.

Collectors Rights Win in Wisconsin

The Wisconsin Republican Party has formally supported collector rights and called for legislative protection.

ACCG supports privacy of collectors

In conjunction with a private legal action in the State of California, The ACCG has issued a declaration of opposition to the release by eBay Inc. of customer names to a foreign government.

Guild Announces Election Results

Members of the ACCG have duly elected three Directors for four year positions on the guild's governing board.

ACCG & Art Loss Register sign cross cooperation agreement

The ACCG has entered an agreement with Art Loss Register that will provide a substantial benefit to collectors who have been victimized by theft.

Senator urges consideration for collectors

Senator Charles E. Schumer (D-NY) has formally asked Assistant Secretary for Educational and Cultural Affairs, Dina Powell, to consider the consequences of import restrictions on American citizens who study and appreciate the richness of China's culture.

ACCG has "Friends" in Congress

The ACCG "Friend of Numismatics" award has been presented to three incumbent congressmen from the State of Wisconsin who have actively supported Ancient Coin Collecting.

Coins and Classics Appeal to Youngsters

Zee Ann Poerio, an elementary school teacher in Pittsburgh has parlayed success upon success in teaching the classics with the help of ancient coins and ancient coin collectors. She thanked collectors and collector organizations for that help in a recent post to the online discussion list Moneta-L.

State Department decision on China postponed

The State Department will further postpone any decision on the request from China for cultural property import restrictions. Collector, Museum and Trade groups opposing this request see this as an encouraging development. The following report is submitted by Peter K. Tompa.

Wetterstrom and Vagi recognized by guild

At the biennial meeting in Denver, Kerry Wetterstrom and David Vagi were recognized with Dedicated Service awards for their service on the ACCG Board of Directors

ACCG grant makes a difference

A correspondence from one of the teachers at a school receiving the ACCG New Schools Grant describes the impact that this ACE program has had on students. Schools supported by ACCG under this program receive genuine ancient coins for classroom study and for them to keep.

The Medici Conspiracy Reviewed

David G. Giles reviews the Peter Watson book "The Medici Conspiracy". This is an unsolicited review extracted from the "Archaeonews" mail list. Mr. Giles is a bookseller specializing in books about ancient art and particulary ancient glass.

British Museum and eBay reach agreement

The British Portable Antiquities Scheme (PAS), managed by the British Museum, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with eBay UK to help prevent the illicit sale of British antiquities that fall under the purview of the Treasure Act. The ACCG registered its concerns about this agreement, to which the PAS responded.

Senator Bond accepts ACCG award

Senator Christopher "Kit" Bond (R-MO) has been recognized by the ACCG with its Friend of Numismatics award for his support of ancient coin collecting.

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Education grant enriches ACE program

Through a grant from ACCG to Ancient Coins for Education, Latin students at the Trinity Pawling School in upstate New York have found that coins are a great link to the past.

Senator Schumer accepts ACCG award

Senator Chuck Schumer (D-NY) has been recognized by the ACCG for his support of collectors.

Note from ACCG president

The following note regarding the Cyprus request for import restrictions was forwarded by Peter K. Tompa, current president of the ACCG Board of Directors.

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Numismatists comment to CPAC on Cyprus request for import restrictions

Comment from a wide variety of interests was submitted to the Cultural Property Advisory Committee (CPAC) during a 10-day window closing Monday, February 5. The comment period was provided to allow public participation in the State Department consideration of a request by the Republic of Cyprus for import restrictions on cultural property to include coins more than 250 years old. Below are some examples of comments that were formally submitted.

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Best Buy supports ancient coins for education

The national electronics retailer Best Buy has recognized Pittsburgh teacher Zee Ann Poerio for her innovative use of ancient coins in teaching the Classics. Poerio received a $2,500 te@ch award for the purchase of items to be used in her classroom programs.

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Caption: A lifetime portrait denarius of Julius Caesar as "Perpetual Dictator" struck in 44 BC, one month before his death. (Classical Numismatic Group photo)

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Caption: A silver denarius with portrait of Brutus, struck in 42 BC and commemorating the assassination of Julius Caesar. The EID MAR inscription refers to the Ides or 15th of March. A pileus or "cap of liberty" is flanked by two daggers. (Classical Numismatic Group photo)

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Caption: High School teacher Susie Scoppa uses the EID MAR denarius as part of a lesson plan incorporating ancient coins for education. (ACE photo)

Students Meet Julius Caesar on the Ides of March

Place a genuine 2,000-year-old coin in the hand of a student and the centuries will vanish before your eyes. Teachers across the country will do just that on the Ides of March to bring a history lesson to life and kindle a reverence for the past that might be surprising.

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Potential U.S. Ancient Coin Ban makes news in Australia

The Australian Broadcasting Company aired a segment highlighting the conflicting views of collectors and archaeologists in regard to importing coins from Cyprus.

An Obscure State Department Committee....

Gary Vikan, former member of the Cultural Property Advisory Committee and current Director of the Walters Art Museum, speaks out against State Department secrecy and CPAC imbalance in a recent blog.

Southern California YN selected for ACCG Scholarship

The ANA Summer Seminar scholarship sponsored by the ACCG has been awarded to Matt Raab.

ABA Committee Examines Collecting Chinese Art and Antiquities

A report by Peter K. Tompa on a recent panel discussion hosted by the American Bar Association's International Cultural Property Committee.

Silver Sands Coin Club joins ACCG Affiliates

The Silver Sands Coin Club joins a distinguished list as the 19th Affiliate Member organization of the ACCG.

ACCG Committee Volunteer named Teacher of the Year

Zee Ann Poerio, a third grade teacher at St. Louise de Marillac school in Pittsburgh has been recognized by the WalMart family of stores in a national program of support for education. The local award qualifies Ms. Poerio for consideration as Teacher of the Year at state level under this program. Poerio is a member of the ACCG Education and Youth Programs Task Force.

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Congressman Culberson is Friend of Numismatics

Representative John Culberson (R-TX) recently accepted the ACCG Friend of Numismatics award from guild president Peter K. Tompa at the U.S. Capitol.

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Dr. Roger Bland speaks in Washington DC

Dr. Roger Bland, Head of the Department of Treasure and Portable Antiquities at the British Museum Spoke as a guest of ACCG and ANS in Washington DC and was recognized for his contributions to numismatics with the ACCG Friend Award.

Help Wanted

The ACCG is in need of dedicated, capable and dependable volunteers in several project areas.

ACCG highlighted on Thom Bray Podcast

Ancient Coin Collecting and the Ancient Coin Collectors Guild are the topics of a Podcast interview with guild executive director Wayne G. Sayles

Import Restrictions Imposed on Cypriot Coins

On Monday July 16th the US State Department imposed restrictions on importation of ancient coins "of Cypriot types" issued prior to AD 235.

Sayles speaks to TCACC on Mallos

Wayne G. Sayles, Executive Director of the ACCG delivered a presentation on the Geography, History and Coinage of Mallos in Cilicia to the Twin Cities Ancient Coin Club on Tuesday, April 24.

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McGarigle recognized at CICF

Jim McGarigle was recognized at the Chicago International Coin Fair for his achievement in shepherding the Collectors Rights Resolution through the 2006 GOP state convention in Wisconsin.

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Will the real Zeus Salaminios please stand up?

A simple test will measure your abilitiy to select the proper coin for import restriction.

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Siegel visits Charlotte classroom

Perry Siegel, proprietor of Herakles Numismatics, helps bring ancient history to life as part of the ACE program.

IAPN Questions State Department actions

Following is an official statement provided by the International Association of Professional Numismatists concerning Imposition of Import Restrictions by the U.S. on Coins of Cypriot Origin.

FENAP Expresses concern to US State Department

The Federation of European Numismatic Trade Associations has expressed great concern to the U.S. Secretary of State over Cypriot import restrictions.

A Significant Omission

Peter K. Tompa comments on U.S. State Department alteration of official comments at the signing of the MOU with Cyprus adding coins to the restricted cultural property list.

David Sear’s “foundation coin” starts a school Museum

An ACCG Director participates in the ACE School Museum Program. Report by Souzana Steverding of ACE.

Hiding the Ball

Is the State Department now Hiding the Ball from our Elected Representatives in Congress? A commentary by Peter K. Tompa regarding a recent State Department report.

PAN is newest ACCG Affiliate Member

The ACCG warmly welcomes Pacific Ancient Numismatists as the guild's 20th Affiliate Member.

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Pittsburgh Book Fair Includes Ancient Coin Museum

The Barnes and Noble bookstore in South Hills Village, Pittsburgh, PA will host a Book Fair and Ancient Coin Museum on November 3rd, 2007.

FOIA suit filed against DOS

The ACCG is joined by IAPN and PNG in a complaint filed against the U.S. State Department

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FOIA suit is widely covered in national media

The Freedom of Information Act law suit filed against the U.S. State Department by ACCG, IAPN and PNG has elicited a strong positive response from many in the hobby and even support from some unsuspected sources. The wide coverage of this issue in national media is a welcome outcome.

IAPN Comments on FOIA law suit

Paul Davies, president of the International Association of Professional Numismatists, commented on the joint ACCG/IAPN/PNG law suit in a letter to Cyprus Mail editor Kosta Pavlowitch. The text of that letter follows:

ACCG Student Membership available

Elementary, Secondary and Higher Education students are now eligible for a special reduced rate membership in the ACCG.

ACCG Queries Cypriot Director of Antiquities

Commentary by Peter K. Tompa regarding an ACCG Query to the Director of Antiquities of Cyprus about the decision to impose import restrictions on ancient coins of "Cypriot Types".

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PAS funding faces freeze

The Portable Antiquities Scheme faces a freeze on its annual budget for the upcoming year, which amounts to a cut in real terms after inflation.

Election of Board of Directors in 2008

Four of the seven seats on the ACCG Board of Directors will be voted on by the general membership of the Guild in 2008

Virginia teacher uses ancient coins in classroom

Lisa Auanger, who teaches Latin at Kecoughtan High School in Hampton, Virginia has found the ACE program beneficial in inspiring and motivating students.

FOIA lawsuit schedule set

Judge Richard J. Leon has ordered a schedule for disclosure/briefing by the State Department regarding claims brought by the ACCG, IAPN and PNG. Under this schedule, requested records may be released or exemptions may be requested no later than May 9, 2008. A determination of any future action by the plaintiffs will be made no later than June 2, 2008.

Old Pots Cops Paint as “Hot” Sold Openly in Thailand

Commentary by Peter K. Tompa about an issue involving antiquities and legal processes that should be taken seriously by collectors of all artifacts, including ancient coins.

ACCG Benefit Auction Planned

An online auction of ancient coins will be held in August 2008 to raise funds for ACCG legal initiatives.

Bill Puetz appointed as Affiliate Member Liaison

ACCG Charter Board Member Bill Puetz has accepted the responsibility of Affiliate Member Liaison for ACCG supporting Affiliate Member organizations.

ACCG and ACE team-up to help a student take a Roman Emperor Home with him

Report by Brett Telford, leader of the ACCG's Education and Youth Programs Task Force

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Clifford Mishler recognized by ACCG

Clifford Mishler, former president of Krause Publications and an icon of coin collecting, was recognized at the CICF for his service to the ACCG.

ACCG Election affirms board support

The biennial election of directors was concluded on April 15th, returning four incumbents to the Board.

Import Restrictions Implemented on Iraqi Coins

A cultural antiquities protection act passed as an "emergency" measure in 2004 is just now being implemented by State Department bureaucrats. Report by Peter K. Tompa.

Lawsuit pries loose documents, more being contested

Peter Tompa summarizes the first round of releases of information under the FOIA lawsuit launched by ACCG, IAPN and PNG.

Roger Bland to speak at Field Museum

Dr. Roger Bland, head of the British Museum Department of Treasure and Portable Antiquities, will speak at Chicago's Field Museum about the Portable Antiquities Scheme in Britain and Wales and its successes over the past ten years.

ACCG and members support ACE program

The support of ACCG and of many individual members of the guild is recognized on the ACE web site.

Limited State Department FOIA Releases Raise More Questions Than They Answer

By Peter K. Tompa July 7, 2008 An update on litigation and observations on material released to date.

ACCG supports classical education through ACE

By Brett Telford, ACCG Education and Youth Programs Task Force. The Ancient Coin Collectors Guild helps fulfill its mission through a symbiotic partnership with Ancient Coins for Education.

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Benefit Auction open for bids

The ACCG Benefit Auction is now live online and bidding is active.

Dave Welsh honored with ACCG Award

Dave Welsh, ACCG Board Member and founder of the Unidroit-L online discussion group has been named a recipient of the ACCG's Exceptionally Meritorious Service Award

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A Constellation of Stars

A classroom mentor from Kentucky and a donor from New Mexico, both members of the ACCG and supporters of ACE, help make an educational experience special for one High School student.

Benefit Auction Successful

The ACCG Benefit Auction nets $45,811 in active bidding.

Tompa receives ANA Past Club President Medal

ACCG recognizes the service and contributions of Peter K. Tompa

ACCG endorses Mishler candidacy

The ACCG has formally nominated and endorsed Clifford Mishler as a candidate for ANA president

Eric Reed joins ACCG management team

Eric Reed becomes the first ACCG Development Officer in the guild's organizational building program.

State Department adds new import restrictions

A summary of the recent Memorandum of Understanding signed between the United States and China.

ACCG endorses Palmer and Rottinghaus for ANA Board

The ACCG Board of Directors has amended its policy regarding endorsements for elective office.

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ACCG Members Mentor ACE School in Kentucky

Another successful ACCG/ACE initiative is reported by Brett Telford

Can We Help This Museum?

A small museum in the U.K. needs help saving a group of ancient coins with local significance. - - - UPDATE!! The Friends of the Stroud Museum have now raised sufficient funds to purchase the coins cited in this article. To be able to respond to similar appeals, the ACCG has established a Museum Fund. See related article under "News".

ACCG Presses Claims to Hidden Information

REPORT BY PETER TOMPA: The Ancient Coin Collectors Guild, the International Association of Professional Numismatists and the Professional Numismatists Guild have pressed their claims to information about the State Department’s controversial decisions to impose import restrictions on ancient Cypriot and Chinese coins.

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ACCG seeks donations for 2nd Annual Benefit Auction

A 2nd annual Benefit Auction will be held in September of 2009

Coin Collectors to Challenge State Department on Import Restrictions

The ACCG has launched phase two of a coordinated plan to challenge import restrictions on ancient coins.

UK Authorities post helpful advice for export of coins

Individuals wishing to export ancient coins from Britain or import from Britain may find online advice useful

ACCG releases files in FOIA lawsuit

The links below are to files relating to the FOIA lawsuit launched by ACCG, IAPN and PNG seeking the release of information withheld by the U.S. State Department. The suit is currently before a federal judge awaiting a decision.

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Excellence Through Classics Celebrates 20th Anniversary

Zee Ann Poerio, a Director of Ancient Coins for Education and a member of the ACCG Education and Youth Programs Task Force, served as coordinator for recent American Classical League (ACL) activities in Pittsburgh.

John Hooker to edit ACCG Newsletter

The ACCG newsletter, a heretofore randomly issued communication, will become a scheduled quarterly event.

Tom Palmer appointed to serve on ACCG Board

Charter ACCG Board Member David Hendin has tendered his resignation from the board due to other obligations.

Second Annual ACCG Benefit Auction Underway

The 2009 ACCG Benefit Auction was launched today September 3rd at http://www.vauctions.com and bids can be made from now until the closing date of September 24th.

Collectors challenge U.S. State Department bureaucrats after Baltimore seizure

GAINESVILLE, Mo., September 15. A small packet of inexpensive Chinese and Cypriot coins imported from England by the Ancient Coin Collectors Guild (ACCG) have been seized by Customs in Baltimore, Maryland.

ACCG Benefit Auction Nets $32,000+

Successful auction strengthens ACCG resources

ACCG comments on interim review of Italy MOU

An interim review of the Memorandum of Understanding with Italy was held on November 12-13 2009

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Ruling in FOIA case condones DOS intransigence

A long-awaited ruling fails to address serious issues within the U.S. State Department bureaucracy.

ACCG young scholar published in The Numismatist

ACCG member Sam Spiegel, who attended the ANA Summer Seminar in 2006 on an ACCG Scholarship Program, has a major feature article in the November 2009 issue of The Numismatist.

ACCG Board opts for FOIA appeal

The ACCG, with the cooperation of the International Association of Professional Numismatists and the Professional Numismatists Guild, has filed a Notice of Appeal in the recent FOIA suit judgement.

ACCG Board Election Nominations close Feb 15

2010 is an ACCG election year

Membership Renewals for 2010 due now

Membership categories that include annual dues may be updated now for 2010.

Ancient Coin Collectors Seek Judicial Review of Controversial Decisions to Bar Coin Imports

ACCG has filed a complaint in Federal District Court to force action on the Cyprus/China coin import challenge. Below is the text of a national press release issued today.

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Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs ignores “grass roots” cultural exchanges

ACCG has issued a National Press Release about "grass roots" cultural interaction among ancient coin collectors

ACCG to participate in Portable Antiquities conference

The ACCG will present a paper on "Coin Collectors and Cultural Property Nationalism" at Newcastle University (UK)

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Newcastle PowerPoint

A PPT file of the presentation by Wayne G. Sayles at Newcastle, England 13-14 March 2010