Ep 11: Shanna Schmidt; Navigating Numismatics and Preserving Cultural Heritage

In this episode of the Ancient Coin Hour, hosts Dean Kinzer and Josh Benevento discuss their passion for ancient coins, share personal updates, and interview Shanna Schmidt, owner of Shanna Schmidt Numismatics Inc and Numismatica Ars Classica USA. Shanna shares her extensive journey in the numismatic world, discussing her transition from advertising to the coin business, the challenges she faces as a woman in the industry, and her current ventures in auction representation. She emphasizes the importance of numismatic literature and her efforts to build a comprehensive library for the community, including a partnership with the Newman Numismatic Portal to digitize resources. Shanna also highlights the evolving auction market and her strategies for navigating it successfully. In this engaging conversation, Shanna Schmidt shares her insights into the world of numismatics, discussing the historical context of coins, her inspirations, and the importance of aesthetics in coin collecting. She offers valuable advice for new collectors, reflects on the challenges of being a female in a male-dominated industry, and reveals her plans to pursue a PhD focused on the preservation of cultural property through coin collecting. The discussion highlights the significance of community and mentorship in numismatics, as well as the need for a more open market for coins.Visit https://www.shannaschmidt.com/ for more!