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John Mercanti: A Legacy of Artistic Excellence

Posted in Artists & Engravers

In the annals of numismatic history very few medallic artists and sculptor-engravers have had as much impact on the field as John M. Mercanti, the 12th Chief Engraver of the United States Mint where he worked for almost 40 years from 1974 when he began as a sculptor-engraver until his retirement in 2010. At the […]

Coin Designer Profile: Emily Damstra

Posted in Artists & Engravers

If you collect modern American coins, you have most likely heard that the new reverse design of the American Silver Eagle that debuted last year was designed by Emily Damstra, but you may not realize that she is one of the most prolific coin designers working today who has designed a total of almost 50 […]