Research and Collectible Books | ACADIA Global Scholars Distribution Initiative
Research and books on collectibles are the backbone of any reputable historical collection; they are the product of a scientific methodology developed by a researcher or author who has dedicated years to documentation and analysis. Whether you are an academic researcher seeking to document heritage, or a serious collector looking for references to enhance your collection, well-documented research and books on collectibles are the only guarantee of the authenticity and value of historical artifacts. Today, the Arab Collector website announces…
April 18, 2026Numismatics10 tips for selling old coins
Do you have old coins that you no longer need or want? Perhaps you inherited them from a relative or found them. You might be wondering how to sell old coins, whatever your reason for owning them. Selling old coins can be an exciting and profitable endeavor for numismatists and those interested in the study and collection of coins and currency. Old coins can be valuable due to their rarity…
March 25, 2026NumismaticsLaunch of the Junior Collector's Lab
Introduction: Is your child looking for an adventure through time? Have you ever imagined that the coin in your child's hand could be a lesson in history, geography, and economics? We at the Arab Collector Platform are pleased to announce the launch of the Little Collector Lab, the world's first fully interactive portal in Arabic dedicated to developing the skills of budding collectors. What is the Little Collector Lab…
March 19, 2026Books/PublishersMinted in Cairo: Documenting the history of Cairo through coins
Can a small coin encapsulate the history of an entire empire? In his new book, "Mined in Cairo," published by Dar Al-Maaref, researcher Mohamed Abdel Hamid takes us on a research journey to prove that coins were not merely a means of purchase, but rather a "news ticker" documenting the events of Cairo since the early Islamic era. The book, "Mined in Cairo: Coins and History," by researcher Mohamed Abdel Hamid…
March 8, 2026Arab Collector ProductionThe importance of studying ancient coins and methods of preserving them
This lecture provides a simplified introduction to the importance of studying ancient coins (numismatics) and their pivotal role in understanding history and civilizations throughout the ages. In this lecture, Dr. Moataz El-Shahawy addresses: why ancient coins are a reliable historical source; how coins help document political and economic events; the relationship between coins and Islamic history; and the most important methods for preserving coins…
January 4, 2026NumismaticsDigital documentation initiative via the Arab Collector's Library
In every corner of the world of stamps, coins, and postal bulletins, a story lies untold. Stories of homelands, of letters that traveled across borders, of societies that strove to unite enthusiasts, and of works lovingly written to serve as a guide for generations. This unique Arab heritage in the fields of postal services and numismatics constitutes a great cultural and scientific treasure, but it is threatened with extinction by the passage of time…
August 20, 2025Ancient CoinsInclusive Numismatic Diploma – Online
It is a specialized diploma under the supervision and delivery of Dr. Almoatzbellah Elshahawi entitled “Inclusive Numismatic Diploma” (Online), that delivered in English, and organized by the Arab Collector. Audience Archeologists, numismatists, conservators, historians, curators, and collectors Diploma's Objective: Highlight the significant of coins in history; Elucidate the information derived from coins across various streams…
August 13, 2024Ancient CoinsComprehensive Developmental Science Diploma
This is a specialized diploma course, supervised and taught by Dr. Al-Mu'taz Billah Al-Shahawi, entitled "Comprehensive Numismatics Diploma," offered in both Arabic and English, and organized by the Arab Collector. Target audience: Students and researchers in archaeology and numismatics, restoration specialists, historians, museum curators, and enthusiasts. Course objectives: To learn about the history of ancient coins and the metals used in their manufacture; to learn about…
August 11, 2024Arabic Paper MoneyArab amateurs win banknote prizes
In January 2024, the American company BMG announced the results of its global banknote collection competition, which revealed that a number of Arab collectors and Arab collections in general achieved honorable results and top rankings worldwide, including the award for best banknote collection among all currency collections…
February 1, 2024Postal HistoryEgyptian Postal Bulletins
The Egyptian Postal Service Bulletin, or the Egyptian Postal Authority's Postal Bulletin, is a government bulletin issued by the Postal Authority, its offices, and its employees. It contains all orders, instructions, and statements issued by the General Administration, and a copy is sent to each office to keep employees informed of all new orders and instructions. This bulletin was first issued on January 1, 1885, under the name "The Weekly Bulletin"...
January 24, 2024Modern CoinsNGC office opens in Dubai
In a first for the Arab region, CCG, the US-based owner of NGC, a leading coin grading company, announced plans to open an office in Dubai in 2024. The Dubai office will serve as an application center, connecting to the company's headquarters in the United States, and will handle the transfer of submitted collections.
December 5, 2023Books/PublishersKhwarazmian Currency, a new book
New publication from the Juma Al Majid Center for Culture and Heritage: Title: Khwarazmian Coins from the Beginning of the Tahirid Dynasty to the End of the Timurid Dynasty (207-911 AH / 820-1504 AD) Author: Dr. Sharif Yahya Mahmoud Muhammad Khwarazmian Coins: This book sheds light on the study of the coins of the various states that ruled the Khwarazmian region during the research period, according to their historical chronological order, examining the coins of each state…
November 25, 2023Arabic CoinsSale of royal coins at the Egyptian Mint
On July 18, 2023, the Sales Department of the Egyptian Treasury and Mint announced the opening of a sale for some of Egypt's royal coins. It offered sets of copper and nickel coins issued during the reigns of Sultan Hussein, King Fuad I, and King Farouk I for public purchase. The coins were displayed…
October 2, 2023Ancient CoinsStriked in Egypt, the history behind the coin inscriptions
Under the title "Struck in Egypt," a cultural seminar was held on Thursday, May 11, 2023, at the Cairo Opera House. Organized by the Cairo Biography Initiative in cooperation with the Civilization Cinema Center, the seminar featured a lecture by numismatic researcher Professor Mohamed Abdel Hamid, who posed the question of how history can be discerned from the inscriptions on coins, and…
May 16, 2023Arabic Paper MoneyArab currencies in the Spink auction, April 2023
A diverse collection of Arab and foreign currencies was offered at the Spink Auction held in Hong Kong on April 13, 2023, in auction number 23008, attracting numerous banknote collectors from around the world. The Arab currencies in particular garnered significant attention, with a variety of coins from each region being offered…
April 24, 2023Modern StampsPostage stamp commemorating Muslim holidays 2023
Canada Post has issued postage stamps commemorating the Muslim holidays of Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha, which are celebrated by more than one million Muslims in Canada. The hand-painted ceramic vessel featured on this year's Canada Post Eid stamp was made in medieval Iran during the month of…
April 21, 2023Arabic CoinsNew UAE currency notes in partnership with Check Mint
The Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) has unveiled new Emirati gold and silver coins celebrating the UAE's achievements over the past 50 years. These coins will be available for purchase after Ramadan. The announcement, made during the Dubai Precious Metals Conference 2022, involves a partnership with Czech Mint…
April 9, 2023Arabic Paper MoneyHigh Security Banknotes Award 2022
The Qatar Central Bank and the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates received the regional High Security Banknote Awards and the ID Card of the Year award at the High Security Print EMEA event held in Abu Dhabi on March 8, 2023. Their new banknote designs were praised for their modern aesthetics and security features.
March 26, 2023Books/PublishersBook: Centenary History of Jordanian Stamps
The Jordan Post Company has published a special book on stamps entitled “Centenary of Jordanian Stamp History” to commemorate the centenary of the founding of the Jordanian state. The book contains stamps from the reigns of the late King Abdullah and King Abdullah II, and is a valuable resource for historians and stamp collectors. A summary of the book, “Centenary of Jordanian Stamp History,” by Professor Randa Obeidat, includes…
March 7, 2023Events/ExhibitionsAlgerian Arab Salon
The first Arab Salon for Philatelic, Numismatic, and Art Collectives was hosted by the municipal library in Ain Touta, Batna region, eastern Algeria, from February 24-27, 2023. This event was organized by the Belkacem Ain Touta Cultural Association and was held as part of the celebrations commemorating Algeria's Independence Day and other national days.
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