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This week we open with some NBS history, sales from three numismatic literature dealers, a book review, and updates from the Newman Numismatic Portal.

Other topics this week include the Worthy Coin Company, collector Samuel Bispham, numismatic workshops and museums, auction highlights, the Holey dollars and dumps, and WorldWar I medals and plaques.

To learn more about Mint postcards, fantasy Channel Islands tokens, International Workers of the World strike scrip, the St. Ignatius In California medal, the Overend medalcollection, non-buyer's remorse, and Teddy Bear Currency, read on. Have a great week, everyone!

Wayne Homren
Editor, The E-Sylum