The E-Sylum:  Volume 8, Number 5, January 30, 2005, Article 4

KOLBE HONORED AT ANS

John Adams submitted this summary of events at the recent
ANS Gala for numismatic literature dealer George Kolbe:

"On January 14th, George Kolbe was honored by the American
Numismatic Society at its annual Gala. Attendance was 120
(not bad at $500 per ticket). After a reception. lavish 
dinner,
and some dancing, George was introduced by John Adams.
Singled out was his extraordinary record as a builder -

1) builder of a business, one now having 94 domestic auction
and 14 joint auctions with Spink under its belt,

2) builder of a reputation - amongst numismatic bibliophiles,
George is the "last word",

3) builder of the ANS with his time, talent and treasure and

4) builder of a hobby that is now one of the most energized,
interesting and supportive segment in all numismatics.
Lest this extraordinary record of accomplishment go to
the awardee's head, mention was made of a continuing
FBI investigation into a 1990 scam having to do with a
certain auction in Fort Worth, Texas.

George began his modest acceptance speech by, once again,
proclaiming his innocence. He received a thunderous ovation
both before and after his brief remarks."

  Wayne Homren, Editor

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