2026 Summer Seminar Featured Event
Saturday, June 20, 2026 - Thursday, July 02, 2026
ANA Headquarters
Early Registration Discount Deadline: Friday, June 19, 2026
Registration Deadline: Friday, June 19, 2026
Registration Fees
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| Session 1&2: Adult Attendee | |
| Session 1: Adult Attendee | |
| Session 2: Adult Attendee |
Available Functions
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Mini Seminars Only Session 1 Registrants attending a mini-seminar only in Session 1. No lodging or main seminar is selected. June 21-22, 6:30-9:30 PM. |
$40.00 | |
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Mini Seminars Only Session 2 Registrants attending a mini-seminar only in Session 2. No lodging or main seminar is selected. June 28-29, 6:30-9:30 PM |
$40.00 | |
| Friday, June 19, 2026 | ||
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Extra Night Lodging and Meals: Friday June 19th Lodging is located on the campus of Colorado College. If you plan on arriving before June 19th, it will be your responsibility to reserve a local hotel room at your expense. You will also be responsible for transportation to and from hotels and airport. |
$120.00 | |
| Saturday, June 20, 2026 | ||
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Session 1 Off Campus Tuition Tuiton Only, Lodging and Meals not Inculded. Meals can be Purchased in the College Cafeteria at the posted Collorado College Rates. Students looking for private baths or airconditiong or those traveling with family should consider this option. |
$935.00 | |
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Session 1:Double Occupancy 5 nights in a Colorado College dorm, double occupancy room. tuition, daily meals, and one banquet ticket inculded. Unless you request a specific roomate, one will be selected for you. Each room inculdes a window fan that will need to be requested at Loomis Hall, bedding, and towels.Check-in Saturday June 20th/Check-out Thursday June 25th by 10AM. If you need special accommodations, please contact Sheila Fortenberry at 719-482-9848 after registering |
$1380.00 | |
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Session 1:Single Occupancy 5 nights in a Colorado College dorm, single occupancy room. Tuition, daily meals, and one banquet ticket included. Each room includes a window fan that must be requested at Loomis Hall, bedding, and towels. Check-in Saturday June 20th/Check-out Thursday June 25th by 10AM. If you have special accommodations needed, please contact Sheila at 719-482-9848 after registering. |
$1410.00 | |
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Session 1: Apartment 5 nights in a multi-occupancy private room apartment on Colorado College campus. Tuition, daily meals, and one banquet ticket included. Each multi-occupancy apartment features three or four private rooms grouped "pod style", with a living room, kitchen, and shared bathroom. Each room includes a window fan that can be requested at Loomis Hall, bedding, and towels. Check-in Saturday June 20th/Check-out Thursday June 25th by 10AM. If you need any special accommodations please contact Sheila Fortenberry at 719-482-9848 after registering. |
$1490.00 | |
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Session 1: Life Member Off Campus Tuition only. Lodging and Meals not included. Meals can be purchases in the college cafeteria at the posted Colorado College rates. Students looking for private baths or air condition, or those traveling with family should consider this option. |
$910.00 | |
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Session 1:Life Member Double Occupancy 5 nights in a Colorado College dorm, double occupancy room. Tuition, daily meals, and one banquet ticket included. Unless you request a specific roommate, one will be selected for you. Each room includes a window fan that needs to be requested at Loomis Hall, bedding, and towels. Check-in Saturday June 20th/Check-out Thursday June 25th by 10AM. If you have any special accommodations, please contact Sheila Fortenberry at 719-482-9848 after registering |
$1355.00 | |
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Session 1:Life Member Single Occupancy 5 nights in a Colorado College dorm, single occupancy room. Tuition, daily meals, and one banquet ticket included. Each room includes a window fan that can be requested at Loomis Hall, bedding, and towels. Check-in Saturday June 20th/Check-out Thursday June 25th by 10AM. If you need any special accommodations, please contact Sheila Fortenberry at 719-482-9848 after registering. |
$1385.00 | |
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Session 1: Life Member Apartment 5 nights in a mutli-occupancy private room apartment on Colorado College campus.Tuition, daily meals, and one banquet ticket included. Each mutii-occupancy apartment features three or four private rooms grouped "pod style", with a living room, kitchen, and shared bathroom. Each room includes a window fan that can be requested at Loomis Hall, bedding, and towels. Check-in Saturday June 20th/Check-out Thursday June 25th by 10AM. If you need any special accommodations, please contact Sheila Fortenberry at 719-482-9848 after registering. |
$1465.00 | |
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Session 1: Off Campus Meal Cards For Students and Instructors staying off campus |
$180.00 | |
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Session 1&2: Off Campus Tuition Tuition only. Lodging and Meals not included. Meals can be purchases in the college cafeteria at the posted Colorado College rates. Students looking for private baths or air condition, or those traveling with family should consider this option. |
$1870.00 | |
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Session 1&2: Double Occupancy 12 nights in a Colorado College dorm, double occupancy room. Tuition, daily meals, and one banquet ticket included. Unless you request a specific roommate, one will be selected for you. Each room includes a window fan that can be requested at Loomis Hall, bedding, and towels. Check-in Saturday June 20th/Check-out Thursday July 2nd by 10AM. If you need any special accommodations, please contact Sheila Fortenberry at 719-482-9848 after registering. |
$2990.00 | |
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Session 1&2: Single Occupancy 12 nights in a Colorado College dorm, single occupancy room. Tuition, daily meals, and one banquet ticket included. Each room includes a window fan that can be requested at Loomis Hall, bedding, and towels. Check-in Saturday June 20th /Check-out Thursday July 2nd by 10AM. If you need special accommodations, please contact Sheila Fortenberry at 719-482-9848 after registering. |
$3050.00 | |
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Session 1&2: Apartment 12 nights in a multi-occupancy private room apartment on Colorado College campus. Tuition, daily meals, and one banquet ticket included. Each multi-occupancy apartment features three or four private rooms grouped "pod style", with a living room, kitchen, and shared bathroom. Each room includes a window fan that can be requested at Loomis Hall, bedding, and towels. Check-in Saturday June 20th/Check-out Thursday June 2nd by 10AM. If you need any special accommodations, please contact Sheila Fortenberry at 719-482-9848 after registering. |
$3210.00 | |
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Session 1&2: Life Member Off Campus Tuition only. Lodging and Meals not included. Meals can be purchases in the college cafeteria at the posted Colorado College rates. Students looking for private baths or air condition, or those traveling with family should consider this option. |
$1820.00 | |
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Session 1&2: Life Member Double Occupancy 12 nights in a Colorado College dorm, double occupancy room. Tuition, daily meals, and one banquet ticket included. Unless you request a specific roommate, one will be selected for you. Each room includes a window fan that can be requested at Loomis Hall, bedding, and towels. Check-in Saturday June 20th/Check-out Thursday July 2nd by 10AM. If you need special accommodations, please contact Sheila Fortenberry at 719-482-9848 after registering. |
$2940.00 | |
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Session 1&2: Life Member Single Occupancy 12 nights in a Colorado College dorm, single occupancy room. Tuition, daily meals, and one banquet ticket included. Each room includes a window fan that can be requested at Loomis Hall, bedding, and towels. Check-in Saturday June 20th/Check-out Thursday July 2nd by 10AM. If you need special accommodations, please contact Sheila Fortenberry at 719-482-9848 after registering. |
$3000.00 | |
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Session 1&2: Life Member Apartment 12 nights in a multi-occupancy private room apartment on Colorado College campus. Tuition, daily meals, and one banquet ticket included. Each multi-occupancy apartment features three or four private rooms grouped "pod style", with a living room, kitchen, and shared bathroom. Each room includes a window fan that can be requested from Loomis Hall, bedding, and towels. Check-in Saturday June 20th /Check-out Thursday July 2nd by 10AM. If you need special accommodations please contact Sheila Fortenberry at 719-482-9848 after registering. |
$3160.00 | |
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Session 1: Lodging and Meals Only Single Occupancy For guests accompanying a student but are not taking a class |
$640.00 | |
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Session 1:Lodging and Meals Only Double Occupancy For guests accompanying a student but are not taking a class |
$600.00 | |
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Session 1: Lodging and Meals Only Apartment For guests accompanying a student but are not taking a class |
$720.00 | |
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Session 1&2: Adult Attendee |
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Roommate Request Please use this field to request any roommates for double occupancy. |
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ADA requests Please use this field for any ADA needs (stairs etc.) If nothing is listed, placement with requirements are not guaranteed upon arrival. |
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| 9:00 am - 4:00 pm | ||
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3- Grading United States Coins, Pt. 2 Sharpen your grading skills through hands-on group and individual exercises, with instructor feedback on each coin. Gain a better understanding of 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. Enrollment is limited to 20 students. Prerequisite: Successful completion of “Grading United States Coins, Pt.. 1” or permission from the instructors. Instructors: David J. McCarthy, senior numismatist for Kagin’s; Steven Feltner, director of numismatic education and team leader of grading at PCGS; and Kevin Kaufman |
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4- Advanced United States Coin Grading & Problem Coins Discover the nuances of high-grade, mint-state, and proof coins. Learn how to distinguish original surfaces from mint-state and circulated coins that have been cleaned or altered, and how to identify minute imperfections and color variances that can affect a coin’s grade. Find out the methods experts use, as well as their strengths and weaknesses. Enrollment is limited to 20 students. Prerequisite: Successful completion of “Grading United States Coins, Pts. 1 and 2” or instructor permission. Instructors: Don Ketterling, professional numismatist for D.H. Ketterling Consulting; Jeff Garrett, Mid-American Rare Coin Galleries and senior editor of the “Red Book”; and Ken Park |
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5- Detection of Counterfeit World Paper Money This course shows students how to separate good paper money from bad (including notes intended to circulate and notes made years later specifically to defraud collectors). Topics include the history of counterfeiting, printing techniques, security devices and their fraudulent replication, raised and altered notes, and entrepreneurial counterfeiting since the 19th century. Examples of vintage and recent counterfeits are compared to genuine notes using magnification, ultraviolet and infrared illumination, and the trained eye to identify the spurious pieces. Special attention is devoted to counterfeit notes that are created specifically to sell to collectors. Instructor: Joseph E. Boling |
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6- Applied Techniques in Numismatic Photography and Image Editing Essentials This course is designed for beginners through advanced photographers who want to learn basic and advanced techniques to take photographs of numismatic items and manage their digital coin collection, use photographs to sell coins online, conduct research using numismatic photographs, perform diagnostic inspection of numismatic items, or submit images for publication. Learn how to use multiple lighting configurations and get the most out of your equipment. Discover proper image capture and file handling methods for efficiency. Learn basic numismatic editing techniques using Adobe Photoshop/Elements to produce proper image results and management. Students are encouraged, but not required, to bring a DSLR camera with macro lens and a laptop with Photoshop or Photoshop Elements and several personal numismatic items to photograph. Instructors: Clark Fogg, CSI forensic consultant and numismatic photographer, historian, and author; and David Heinrich, numismatic editor and photographer, ANA governor |
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8- Advanced Coin Dealing Get into the coin business, open your own coin shop, and learn different ways to increase profit potential through business development. Topics include basic business accounting, economics, finance, marketing, management concepts, methods, and tools. You will also learn inventory control, security, and ethical management. The class emphasizes practical examples to help you employ techniques learned immediately in your business. This class is designed for both new and experienced business owners and coin collectors. Whether you want to improve an existing business or start a new one, this course will provide you with the tools and insights to succeed. The class is taught by an experienced coin shop owner. Class size is limited, so early registration is suggested. Instructors: Robert Oberth, owner of Gold & Coin Exchange, GHA-certified diamond graduate and life member of the ANA, Roundtable-authorized dealer, Professional Numismatists Guild; Kenny Duncan Jr., U.S. Coins and Jewelry; and Seth Chandler, Witter Coin |
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10-Major Errors and Varieties: Learning the Minting Process Explore the fun field of errors and varieties. Topics include how coins are made, the identification and description of errors, and the art of cherrypicking varieties. Included will be hands-on examination of some amazing error and variety coins. Students will receive error coins to take home for their collections and are encouraged to bring any errors or varieties from home to show in class and discuss. A visit to the Moonlight Mint is included, where students will watch the production process from design phase to the striking of coins. Students will also get to press the button on a Grabener coin press to strike their own medallions to take home. This class fulfills the “Modern Minting Process/U.S. Minting Errors and Varieties” course requirement for the ANA Numismatic Diploma Program. Instructors: John H. Miller Jr., district representative for the ANA and CONECA; and Greg Bennick, error specialist, CONECA and TAMS board member |
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11- Collecting and Investing in Morgan Silver Dollars This course prvides a comprehensive and professional overview of collecting and investing in Morgan silver dollars. Students learn the subtle nuances of the dates and mintmarks, along with varieties, die states, proofllike (PL) and deep mirror prooflike (DMPL) coins, planchet variations, strike, toning, and eye appeal. Other topics include extant populations, grading and grading services, wholesale and retail pricing, supply and demand, and critical resources of information. Using actual examples, participants learn how to grade, as well as determine rare die varieties and errors. Students also learn how best to buy, sell, or trade Morgan dollars. Whether you are a beginning collector, dealer, or seasoned Morgan collector, you will learn about collecting and investing in Morgan dollars from three of the most knowledgeable and well-respected experts on the subject. The knowledge gained from this class will serve you well throughout the course of your collecting and investing in one of the most popular series in numismatics. Instructors: John Baumgart, owner of Variety Slabbing Service; Chris Simpson, founding member, grader, and main variety attributor of CAC Grading; and Ash Harrison, owner and president of Ashmore Rare Coins & Metals |
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12-Alexander to Cleopatra: Coinage in the Hellenistic World This class covers the 300-year span (c. 336 B.C.-30 B.C.) when Greek coinage came of age, becoming a worldwide medium of exchange, a means of mass communication, and an expression of the impulse to create beautiful art. The age saw the first use of true portraiture on a grout scar. It also saw wide use of mintmarks and other control symbols, giving birth to the “science” of numismatics. Instructors: David S. Michaels, manager of shows and consignments for CNG; and Lorie Ann Rodriguez, living historian |
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13- Early American Copper Coinage (Copper 1) In this introduction to Early American coppers (EAC), students gain a basic understanding of the coins, including how they were distributed by the mint, where and how they circulated, how to determine if a copper has been cleaned or altered, and how restrikes were made. Learn how to grade and attribute higher-graded coins. Topics are student-driven-if you want to know something, just ask! Bring your loupe and any coppers you would like to share. Instructors: Jim Carr, EAC member, professional numismatist for Carr’s Coins; and Kevin Vinton |
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14-The New Orleans Mint Coinage and its History This course covers the coins and the history of the New Orleans Mint from its origin in 1835 to its closure in 1909. The silver and gold coins produced at the New Orleans Mint are comparable to the Philadelphia Mint both in type and quantity. From arduous early days marked by epidemics and deaths, to a struggle to mint coins with limited dies being stored in tropical conditions, to changing hands three times during the Civil War, its complicated history is written in its coins. The course includes discussions of the 40 (or so) types of New Orleans coins, individual dates, major varieties, hands-on attribution exercises, and grading discussions. Instructors: Craig Eberhart, vice president of the Liberty Seated Collectors Club; Len Augsburger, project coordinator for the Newman Numismatic Portal, president of the Liberty Seated Collectors Club, president of the Numismatic Bibliomania Society; and John Frost, director of education for the Liberty Seated Collectors Club, president of the Barber Coin Collectors’ Society |
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15- Numismatics for Museum and Library Professionals This class is intended for museum, library, and archive professionals who work in organizations that have numismatic collections and are looking for an in-depth introduction to how to professionally identify, care for, store, and disseminate information about the numismatic objects in their collections. Using resources from the Edward C. Rochette Money Museum and Dwight N. Manley Numismatic Library collections, students will be introduced to the science of numismatics and how to apply it to managing the collections they are responsible for. Students will complete the course with the tools necessary to understand the challenges involved and find the information they need to solve them. Instructors: Douglas Mudd, ANA Money Museum curator and director, instructor at the ANA Summer Seminar since 2002; and Akio Lis, ANA Library manager |
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16- Making Money the Medieval Way Make your own coins with a hammer! In this hands-on workshop, students learn and perform the basic functions of a medieval mint. Design your own medieval coin, create a set of punch tools, sink your image into a steel die, and strike coins by hand. Each student keeps their punches, dies, and coins upon completion of the class. Instructors: Carson Engle, owner of Two Bear Mint; Bart Saxton, medieval coin minting enthusiast |
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17-Intaglio Engraving Rare opportunity to join past popular instructor and (retired) Lead Banknote Engraver (BEP) Christopher Madden in exploring “hands on” classic banknote craft techniques to create your very own printable intaglio image in copper. Come try your hand at this exquisite craft known to but a few craftsmen in the world today. Instructor: Christopher Madden, Christopher-madden.com |
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18-Bank Notes without Borders Explore the art, history, culture, and commerce of the modern world through the study of paper money. This course emphasizes how design, security, and symbolism on bank notes reflect national identity, global events, and the evolution of technology in currency production. This is a fresh take on currency collecting in the 21st century, bridging traditional knowledge with modern tools, global perspectives, and real-world market insight. Participants have the opportunity to examine common and scarce issues, from everyday notes to artistic masterpieces and special releases. Topics include commemorative issues, inflationary issues, cherrypicking signatures, watermarks, paper types, engravers, printers, serial varieties, and replacement note identification. Students also learn basics of grading standards, authentication, and presentation through balanced discussion, workshop activities, and examples from around the world. Organization of your collection, records, and online resources are modeled and explored in ways that make it easy to manage a living, flexible collection. New collectors are guided as they develop a personal collecting method that fits their interests and goals, while seasoned collectors and dealers can refine their systems for cataloging, photography, and presentation to turn a personal passion into a professional success. Participants are encouraged to bring their favorite bank notes, challenging pieces, and stories from the field to share in class. As we exchange our knowledge, techniques, and experiences, everyone will gain a deeper appreciation for the artistry, history, and global connections revealed through the paper money of our modern world. Instructors: Benjamin Swagerty, media specialist for Oklahoma City Public Schools, international numismatic researcher, master referee for Numista; and Alan Cutler-Pomex, lead numismatist for #1 Money Man & Numismatic Wholesale, creator and host of Numismatic Explorer |
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19-From the First Strike to Independence: Mexican Coinage of 1535-1821 Learn to recognize difficult cob coinage and attribute the main designs, tying them to a specific king, for the most part. Students receive a packet with pertinent information regarding Mexican coins of this era and study the causes, establishment, and issues of coinage made outside of Mexico City's Mint during the Independence time. Instructor: Ricardo de León Tallavas |
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Session 1: Adult Attendee |
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| Sunday, June 21, 2026 | ||
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D-Collecting the “Oddball” Denominations (Sunday, June 21, 6:30-9:30 p.m.) Two cents, silver three cents, nickel three cents, and 20 cents all represent a group of oddball denominations that are often overlooked. Collectors often select only a single example of each for a 19th-century type set. However, these short-lived and often-neglected denominations have a wealth of rarities and varieties that make these series great. This mini-seminar provides a detailed overview of each of these series and includes a discussion of scarce and key dates, major varieties, errors, collecting strategies, grading, and value. Also included are hands-on examination of coins from these series (including key dates and a number of varieties), along with interactive discussions. Instructor: John Frost, director of education for the Liberty Seated Collectors Club and president of the Barber Coin Collectors’ Society |
$70.00 | |
| 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm | ||
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B-MPC Boot Camp - (Sunday and Monday, June 21-22, 6:30PM-9:30PM). All Military Payment Certificate (MPC) enthusiasts are to report for duty! Mission includes basic to advanced study of MPCs. Deserters will be court-martialed! Drill Sergeant: Carlton “Fred” Schwan, author of The Comprehensive Catalog of Military Payment Certificates and coauthor of World War II Remembered: History in Your Hands, A Numismatic Study |
$90.00 | |
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C-How to Make a Great Newsletter - (Sunday, June 21, 6:30PM-9:30PM). This course provides students with a tool set to develop an effective newsletter for their club. It discusses the motivators to determine effective reflections for newsletter challenges and competitive publications. Instructor: Phil Vitale, past president of the Albuquerque Coin Club |
$70.00 | |
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E1-Detection of Artificial Toning, Artificial Frosting & Reproofing Surfaces of Coins - $90 (Sunday-Monday, June 21-22, 6:30PM-9:30PM) Become familiar with the color sequence of rainbow toning on coins, the difference between natural and artificial toning, and the contrast between “liquid transfer directional gas” and “air transfer” toning. Instructors lead an exploration of artificial frosting and surface reproofing, and provide examples for students to examine. Instructors: H. Robert Campbell, ANA past president, owner of All About Coins, and expert on toning; and Brian Silliman, professional numismatist, Brian Silliman Rare Coins, former NGC grader/conserver and ANA authenticator/conserver; Keith Moon, cofounder of Numismatic Rarities Exchange (NREX) and former grader/finalizer for ANACS, NGC, and PCGS |
$90.00 | |
| Monday, June 22, 2026 | ||
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E-U.S. Error Coins (Monday, June 22, 6:30-9:30 p.m.) This mini-seminar provides a detailed overview of a fascinating area in collecting U.S. Coins: Mint Errors. It will include hands-on examination of dozens of error coins (including many rare pieces) along with interactive discussions. Note: this seminar has a focus on older or obsolete series, and does not feature common modern errors. Instructor: John Frost, director of education for the Liberty Seated Collectors Club and president of the Barber Coin Collectors’ Society |
$70.00 | |
| Wednesday, June 24, 2026 | ||
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OFF CAMPUS: Will you be Attending the Session 1 Banquet Do you plan on attending the Session 1 banquet? RSVPs are required. Tickets are not included in tuition for OFF CAMPUS |
$60.00 | |
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ON CAMPUS: Will you be Attending the Session 1 Banquet Do you plan on attending the Session 1 banquet? Banquet tickets are included in all ON CAMPUS tuition pricing, however RSVPs are required. |
$0.00 | |
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Session 1: Extra Banquet Ticket The dinner celebrates the week’s achievements with instructors, staff, family and graduates. The evening is a nice blend of informal gathering, dinner and recognition. Each instructor and student receives one banquet ticket. When you register, please let us know if you plan to attend. Banquet tickets for guests can be purchased in advance for $60. To purchase more than one ticket, call us at 719-482-9848 |
$60.00 | |
| Thursday, June 25, 2026 | ||
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Extra Night Lodging and Meals: June 25th Lodging is located on the campus of Colorado College. If you plan on staying an additional evening after session 1 it will be your responsibility to arrange transportation to the airport upon checkout. |
$120.00 | |
| 9:45 am - 3:15 pm | ||
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DENVER US MINT TOUR During the 45 minute guided tour, visitors will get a bird’s-eye view of the production floor that includes several coin presses that strike over 750 coins a minute. The Mint’s experienced tour guides will share many interesting facts about the Mint and are always available to answer any questions. The guides will educate visitors on the history of the Mint, the coin making process and walk them through the many exhibits and artifacts on display. After the tour, you can visit the Mint Gift Shop for coins and collectibles. Bus will leave Colorado College at 9:45am and return by 3:15pm. Boxed lunches will be provided. |
$50.00 | |
| Friday, June 26, 2026 | ||
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Extra Night Lodging and Meals: June 26th Lodging is located on the campus of Colorado College. You will be responsible for transportation to and from the airport. |
$120.00 | |
| Saturday, June 27, 2026 | ||
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Session 2: Off Campus Tuition Tuition only. Lodging and Meals not included. Meals can be purchases in the college cafeteria at the posted Colorado College rates. Students looking for private baths or air condition, or those traveling with family should consider this option. |
$935.00 | |
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Session 2: Double Occupancy 5 nights in a Colorado College dorm, double occupancy room. Tuition, daily meals, and one banquet ticket included. Unless you request a specific roommate, one will be selected for you. Each room includes a window fan that can be requested at Loomis Hall, bedding, and towels. Check-in Saturday June 27th/Check-out Thursday July 2nd by 10AM. If you need any special accommodations please contact Sheila Fortenberry at 719-482-9848 after registering. |
$1380.00 | |
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Session 2: Single Occupancy 5 nights in a Colorado College dorm, single occupancy room. Tuition, daily meals, and one banquet ticket included. Each room includes a window fan that can be requested at Loomis Hall, bedding, and towels. Check-in Saturday June 27th /Check-out Thursday July 2nd by 10AM. If you need any special accommodation please contact Sheila Fortenberry at 719-482-9848 after registering. |
$1410.00 | |
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Session 2: Apartment 5 nights in a multi-occupancy private room apartment on Colorado College campus. Tuition, daily meals, and one banquet ticket included. Each multi-occupancy apartment features three or four private rooms grouped "pod style", with a living room, kitchen, and shared bathroom. Each room includes a window fan that can be requested at Loomis Hall, bedding, and towels. Check-in Saturday June 27th /Check-out Thursday July 2nd by 10AM. If you need any special accommodations, please contact Sheila Fortenberry at 719-482-9848 after registering. |
$1490.00 | |
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Session 2: Life Member Off Campus Tuition only. Lodging and Meals not included. Meals can be purchases in the college cafeteria at the posted Colorado College rates. Students looking for private baths or air condition, or those traveling with family should consider this option. |
$910.00 | |
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Session 2:Life Member Double Occupancy 5 nights in a Colorado College dorm, double occupancy room. Tuition, daily meals, and one banquet ticket included. Unless you request a specific roommate, one will be selected for you. Each room includes a window fan that can be requested at Loomis Hall, bedding, and towels. Check-in Saturday June 27th /Check-out Thursday July 2nd at 10AM. If you need any special accommodations, please contact Sheila Fortenberry at 719-482-9848 after registering |
$1355.00 | |
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Session 2:Life Member Single Occupancy 5 nights in a Colorado College dorm, single occupancy room. Tuition, daily meals, and one banquet ticket included. Each room includes a window fan that can be requested at Loomis Hall, bedding, and towels. Check-in Saturday June 27th /Check-out Thursday July 2nd by 10AM. If you need any special accommodations, please contact Sheila Fortenberry at 719-482-9848 after registering. |
$1385.00 | |
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Session 2: Life Member Apartment 5 nights in a multi-occupancy private room apartment on Colorado College campus. Tuition, daily meals, and one banquet ticket included. Each multi-occupancy apartment features three or four private rooms grouped "pod style", with a living room, kitchen, and shared bathroom. Each room includes a window fan that can be requested from Loomis Hall, bedding, and towels. Check-in Saturday June 27th /Check-out July nd by 10AM. If you need any special accommodations, please contact Sheila Fortenberry at 719-482-9848 after registering. |
$1465.00 | |
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Session 2: Off Campus Meal Cards For Students and Instructors staying off campus |
$180.00 | |
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Session 2: Lodging and Meals Only Double Occupancy For guests accompanying a student but are not taking a class |
$600.00 | |
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Session 2: Lodging and Meals Only Apartment For guests accompanying a student but are not taking a class |
$720.00 | |
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Session 2: Lodging and Meals Only Single Occupancy For guests accompanying a student but are not taking a class |
$640.00 | |
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Session 2: Adult Attendee |
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22- Grading U.S. Coins, Part 2 Sharpen your grading skills through hands-on group and individual exercises, with instructor feedback on each coin. Gain a better understanding of 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. Enrollment is limited to 24 students. Prerequisite: Successful completion of “Grading United States Coins, Pt. 1” or permission from the instructors. Instructors: Tom Hallenbeck, ANA past president, owner of Hallenbeck Coin Gallery; and Jerry Bobbe, former grader for Professional Coin Grading Service |
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23- Grading United States Coins, Pt. 2 Sharpen your grading skills through hands-on group and individual exercises, with instructor feedback on each coin. Gain a better understanding of 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. Enrollment is limited to 20 students. Prerequisite: Successful completion of “Grading United States Coins, Pt. 1” or permission from the instructors. Instructors: Don Bonser, president of Don Bonser Numismatics, past grader for PCGS and ANACS, Ltd.; Wade Spencer, Senior numismatist for Stack’s Bowers Galleries, Past Grader for PCGS, Past head of wholesale trading at LCA.; and Kyle Eppley of Don Bonser Numismatics |
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24- World Coin Grading Take a tour of world numismatics with “World Coin Grading.” From novice to expert, this dynamic course offers a comprehensive overview of world coin grading. Explore the rich history of numismatics and the evolution of grading and learn how the major grading services have shaped the numismatic marketplace and how grading is practiced today. The course covers a wide and diverse array of topics, including techniques for grading both modern and vintage coins from around the globe. Additionally, sessions will focus on the detection and identification of counterfeit and problem coins-essential skills for serious collectors and dealers. Enrollment is limited to just 20 students to ensure a focused, hands-on learning experience. Instructors: Jay Turner, senior world coin grader for PCGS; and Dylan Dominguez, associate world coin grader for PCGS |
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25- Advanced Paper Money Grading Review the basics of paper money authentication and grading, including different standards in current use by collectors and characteristics of each commercial grade level. Review printing technologies and substrate manufacturing. Special emphasis is placed on high-condition notes, including distinguishing between folds, bends, and original paper wave, determining paper originality; evaluating “problem notes” (repairs, restorations, and alterations); and outliers in grading. Students have the opportunity to learn from many examples of bank notes in different grades and are able to test their skills throughout the session. Prerequisites: Prior attendance at a paper money grading seminar or five years of experience as a paper money grader. Instructors: Jason Bradford, president and CEO of Legacy Currency Grading; and Joseph E. Boling |
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26-Advanced United States Coin Grading & Problem Coins Students learn the applied principles of coin grading with an in-depth focus on detecting problematic coins and grade-influencing enhancements. Hands-on instruction from experienced third-party graders provides students with real-world knowledge and techniques used by the experts. Students learn how to spot the “doctored” coins and avoid disastrous collecting mistakes. Instructors: Keith Moon, cofounder of Numismatic Rarities Exchange (NREX) and former grader/finalizer for ANACS, NGC, and PCGS; and Devin Hipp, president and cofounder of NREX |
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27- Collecting Roman Imperial Coinage, Pt. 1: Imperatorial to Valerian I Coins uniquely illustrate ancient Roman culture. Using resources from the Edward C. Rochette Money Museum and Dwight N. Manley Numismatic Library collections, students follow the development of Roman Imperial coinage from the Imperatorial period through Valerian I. This fascinating journey brings to life the intriguing political figures, mysterious gods and goddesses, and exciting historical events of this volatile time. Instructors: Douglas Mudd, ANA Money Museum curator and director and instructor at the ANA Summer Seminar since 2002; and Kerry K. Wetterstrom, past president of the Ancient Coin Collector’s Guild, former auction director and senior numismatist at Classical Numismatic Group, former editor and publisher of The Celator magazine, and an instructor at the ANA Summer Seminar since 1990 |
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28- Advanced Topics in Early American Copper (Copper 2) This course is an extension of “Early American Copper Coinage (Copper 1).” This class deals with advanced identification and basic understanding of early American coppers. Topics are student-driven-if you want to know something, just ask! Bring your loupe and any coppers you would like to share. Prerequisite: Successful completion of “Early American Copper Coinage (Copper 1)“ Instructor: Jim Carr, EAC member, professional numismatist, Carr’s Coins |
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29- Collecting U.S. Type Coins Review regular-issue U.S. coins that show a deliberate difference in design from half cents through double eagles (gold $20), covering 1793 to 1982. The teaching materials are in modules, mostly along denomination lines, with the organization of the “Red Book.” Instructors: John Barber and Mark Hammang |
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30- The History of Coin-Making Technology This class is a firsthand trip through the history of how coins have been made, from their earliest beginnings in the 6th century B.C. through today. Both instructors are private minters with decades of experience in striking coins and making dies using ancient through modern techniques. They use video, printed materials, and the actual minting and engraving equipment created by Ron Landis and Joe Rust of the Gallery Mint to illustrate and demonstrate how coins have been made over the last 2,600 years, including hand-hammered, rocker, and screw presses. This class is a unique opportunity to go hands-on with the tools and technology that created the look and feel of the coins we love to collect. Instructors: Joe Paonessa, owner of Root River Mint; and Timothy Grat, owner of Landis Studio and Gallery Mint |
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31- Creating a Winning Numismatic Exhibit If you love doing research related to your coins, sharing your collection with others, and “playing” with your numismatic objects, then this class is for you. Likewise, if you enjoy friendly competitions and would like to improve an already existing exhibit or build one for the first time, this class is designed for you. Young numismatists will find the skills acquired in this class very helpful in a number of related hobby and/or academic areas. This course includes a look at the entire process of creating a high-quality exhibit. We go from abstract ideas to a concrete exhibit. We review the basics of the essay-style of writing and how it can make for easily understood exhibit text. The appropriate art materials necessary to build a professional-looking exhibit are surveyed, and the judging process is reviewed and discussed. Instructor: Lawrence Sekulich |
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32- Cowries to Coins: Africa's Journey to Modern Money Explore the art, history, culture, and commerce of more than 50 nations of Africa through the coins and other currencies of the 19th through 21st centuries. Hands-on study, guided discussion, and specimen analysis reveal how design, language, metal, and message reflect Africa’s political and economic evolution from colonial power to independence. The course emphasizes practical skills in identification, grading, and cataloging, including reading Arabic numerals and mintmarks. This class is ideal for collectors, educators, and dealers seeking to increase their knowledge of modern African numismatics. Instructors: Benjamin Swagerty, media specialist for Oklahoma City Public Schools, international numismatic researcher, master referee for Numista; and Alan Cutler-Pomex, lead numismatist at #1 Money Man & Numismatic Wholesale, creator and host of Numismatic Explorer |
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33- Meet Me at the Fair: Numismatics of Fairs and Expositions With the advent of the Industrial Revolution, it became popular to hold agricultural and industrial fairs and expositions to showcase new inventions, advances in agriculture, and personal achievements in arts and crafts. This class highlights many of the important fairs and expositions of the 19th and 20th centuries, including the Centennial Exposition of 1876, the Columbian Exposition, the 1904 St. Louis Exposition, and others, as well as foreign expositions, including major expositions held in London, Paris, Brussels, and elsewhere. We discuss the background of the expositions, major attractions and exhibits, and present many of the award medals, coins, so-called dollars, and other exonumia available to the attendees. We also discuss important references for studying these series. Instructors: David Menchell; and Jeff Shevlin, past executive director of the ANA, author, owner of So-Called Dollars |
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34- Classic Commemorative Coins Review all early commemorative silver and gold coins (1892-1954). Also review some associated coins and medals. The class covers grading characteristics and talks about varieties. We look at many coins of various grades. Instructor: Carl Stang, contributor to The Numismatist and expert on commemorative coins |
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35-Introduction to Ancient Coins Do you know what an ancient coin is? It doesn’t matter! This class takes an epic journey through history, covering the basics of ancient coin collecting. Students grow familiar with identification techniques as well as the historical significance of a wide range of ancient coinage, including gold, silver, and copper from early Greek issues up through the late Byzantine era. Instructors: Payton Lindeman, owner and CEO of Bigfoot Coins and Bullion; and Zachary Tate |
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36-World War II Numismatics Allied military franc notes were secretly printed in the United States for the D-Day invasion of France, shipped to England, and paid to the troops mere hours before the assault. To hold one is to touch another time-history in your hands! Vast numbers of military and emergency issues were produced during World War II, and the study thereof is fascinating. The issues are remarkably diverse in purpose, use, design, and production. Most of the issues were paper, but coins were also created. Due to the vast variety of the material, this class utilizes a case-study approach, using certain issues to represent the greater universe of issues. United States Military Payment Certificates, Allied military currency, and Japanese invasion money are covered in-depth. Instructors: Fred Schwan and Joseph E. Boling, authors of World War II Remembered: History in Your Hands, A Numismatic Study |
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37-Collecting and Attributing Lettered-Edge Half Dollars This course provides students with a brief history of U.S. coins from 1794 to 1836 focusing on the Capped Bust half dollar. The minting process is discussed, which leads into variety attribution. Students receive hands-on experience in determining Overton varieties on many lettered-edge half dollars. Grading lettered-edge half dollars, as well as counterfeit detection, are discussed in this class. Instructors: Bruce Breedlove, coin dealer and collector, cofounder of Classic City Coin Club; and Eric Kibbey, owner of Camelot Coins, LLC, secretary of Coin and Currency Club, Richmond, Indiana |
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F- Counterstamps: Coins that Tell Their Own Story -(Sunday-Monday, June 28-29, 6:30PM-9:30PM) Counterstamped coins are a window into history. Before Instagram reels and Facebook ads, merchants had to rely on what seems today to be primitive means of getting the word out about their businesses. In the mid-1800s, it was common for merchants to stamp their business name, location, and their own names into the surface of coins with metal punches. This would allow people who got those coins in change to know where to get a drink, a photograph session, or see entertainment. We often hear the line, “If only this coin could tell its story.” With counterstamps, the coins actually do tell their stories. We can learn from these coins where they are from and about the people connected to them. History comes alive. In this class, we examine some choice examples of United States counterstamped coins and learn about the people who made them. We also learn about the rarity of individual pieces and hear the incredible tales these coins tell. Instructor: Greg Bennick, speaker and writer on counterstamps and major mint errors, board member of CONECA and TAMS |
$90.00 | |
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G- Coins of Mexican Independence - (Sunday-Monday, June 28-39, 6:30PM-9:30PM) This class reviews every mint outside of Mexico City, their main varieties, and the interesting historical aspects of their creation, issuing, circulation, and other known or little-known aspects. We review their stamps and counterstamps and even some contemporary forgeries-yes, they sometimes circulated and even were validated to circulate. Instructor: Ricardo de León Tallavas |
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I- PCGS 40th Anniversary - (Sunday, June 28, 6:30PM-9:30PM) In 2026 Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS) proudly celebrates its 40th anniversary, marking four decades of innovation, integrity, and influence in the numismatic world. PCGS has played a transformative role in how coins are authenticated, graded, and valued, bringing greater transparency, consistency, and trust to collectors, dealers, and investors alike. To commemorate this milestone, two PCGS graders are hosting a special, one-time-only seminar dedicated to the history and evolution of coin grading. This session explores the origins of PCGS, the motivations behind its founding, and the ways in which its pioneering efforts have shaped both the hobby and the professional marketplace over the past 40 years. Instructors: Jay Turner, senior world coin grader for PCGS; and Dylan Dominguez, associate world coin grader for PCGS |
$70.00 | |
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J-Designing a Numismatic Research Topic for Publication or Presentation ( Sunday, June 28, 6:30-9:30 p.m.) This course covers how to form a research topic and scope based on an intended audience prior to publication or presentation. Participants learn how to design research and identify useful sources for information depending on the nature of a research topic. The instructor works through examples of research topics with ANA presentation venues in mind, including convention presentation options such as MoneyTalks; publication options in The Numismatist and the Reading Room; and education presentation options such as the NumismaTalks series). The class will also discuss options on local, regional, and specialized national scales. Instructor: Akio Lis, ANA Library Manager |
$70.00 | |
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K- Auction World 101: An Insider Perspective (Sunday, June 28, 6:30-9:30 p.m. ) There are many segments every auction house must put together to produce a successful event. These range from obtaining the consignments, cataloging, marketing, and conducting the auction live, online, or live interactive. Discuss each moving part from start to finish and come away with the knowledge to help you improve, upgrade, or disperse a collection through the auction method. Find out how to buy, sell, and participate in auctions by understanding how auction companies approach sales. Instructor: Ailie Byers, CFO of Centennial Auctions |
$70.00 | |
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OFF CAMPUS: WIll you be Attending the Session 2 Banquet Do you plan on attending the Session 2 banquet? RSVPs are required. Tickets are not included in tuition for OFF CAMPUS |
$60.00 | |
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ON CAMPUS: Will you be Attending the Session 2 Banquet Do you plan on attending the Session 2 banquet? Banquet tickets are included in ON CAMPUS tuition pricing, however RSVPs are required. |
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Session 2: Extra Banquet Ticket The dinner celebrates the week’s achievements with instructors, staff, family and graduates. The evening is a nice blend of informal gathering, dinner and recognition. Each instructor and student receives one banquet ticket. When you register, please let us know if you plan to attend. Banquet tickets for guests can be purchased in advance for $60. To purchase more than one ticket, call us at 719-482-9848 |
$60.00 | |
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