ANA 2018 PHILADELPHIA WORLD'S FAIR OF MONEY EVENTS

The Museum of the American Revolution

Join us for a special Philadelphia World’s Fair of Money kick-off event! The Museum of the American Revolution brings to life the events, people and ideals of our nation’s founding.

Through Revolutionary-era artifacts, immersive environments, theater experiences, and recreated historical moments, you’ll experience the dynamic story of the American Revolution from its origins to ultimate victory and its continuing relevance.

The ticket price of $50 includes round-trip shuttle transportation from the convention center, light hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar. Space is limited, so register early.

SUNDMAN LUNCHEON
To highlight the Founding Father’s role in shaping U.S. money, the 2018 theme for the Sundman Lecture Series is “Fugio to Franklins: The Influence of Poor Richard.”

Enjoy lunch with this year’s lecturers at a catered, gourmet luncheon from 12:15-1:45 p.m. Aug. 15 in Room 126A, near the lecture area. Attendees may choose from roasted chicken breast, grilled skirt steak, or a vegetarian option.

Sundman Lecture Presenters
10:00 AM—Raymond Williams: "The Influence of Ben Franklin on Early American Money"
11:15 AM—John Colley: “Benjamin Franklin—A lightning Rod for American Numismatics”
2:00 PM—David McCarthy: Franklin’s Correspondence on a Contract Coinage for the United States
3:15 PM—Rod Gillis: “Benjamin Franklin and His Influence on Modern Coinage”

The luncheon is $15 per person and is underwritten by Maynard Sundman/Littleton Coin Co. Lecture Series Endowment and David Sundman. Registration is required by July 27.

Convention Medal

Commemorate the Philadelphia World’s Fair of Money with a silver or bronze Convention Medal. The 2018 medals are designed by Jamie Franki and sculpted by noted medallic artist Heidi Wastweet.

Obverse: William Penn; English real estate entrepreneur, philosopher, early Quaker, and founder of the British North American colony the Province of Pennsylvania.

Reverse: Robert Indiana’s famous LOVE sculpture, located in JFK Plaza near Philadelphia’s City Hall.

Medals are available as a convention medal badge (1.5” bronze medal with a ribbon drape) $20; Bronze Medal (2.75”) $65; or as a two-medal (1.5” bronze medal and 1.5” .999 FS medal, numbered) set for $100. Shipping is $6.95 per order.

To pre-order, call 800-514-2646 or visit the Shop the ANA area (booth #99) at the show.

Exhibits
Collector exhibits are among the most popular features at every ANA show. It's a great opportunity for hobbyists to share their collections and research with fellow numismatists through high-quality displays. The application deadline is June 15.

For more information see:
2018 WORLD'S FAIR OF MONEY EXHIBITS APPLICATION AND RULES (https://www.money.org/worldsfairofmoney-exhibits)

For more information on the 2018 World's Fair of Money, or to register, see:
https://www.money.org/worldsfairofmoney

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