American Numismatic Society (ANS)

The American Numismatic Society is dedicated to the study and public appreciation of coins, currencies, medals, and other related objects. Since its founding in 1858, the ANS has assembled a permanent collection with over 800,000 objects dating from 650 BCE to the present and numismatic library, which houses approximately 100,000 books, documents, and artifacts. These resources are used to support publications of books and periodicals, lectures, academic seminars, and exhibitions. The mission of the American Numismatic Society shall be to promote and advance the study, research, and appreciation of numismatics.

President: Ute Wartenberg Kagan
Executive Director: Gilles Bransbourg
General Email[email protected]

Membership - Annual Dues
Associate Membership: $100
Fellow: $120 
Library Associate: $200
*Students receive 40% off membership, email [email protected] with a copy of your student ID to get a discounted link. 


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