LAPO Numismatics Blog

2024 marks a significant milestone: the 100th anniversary of the German Dawes External Gold Loan 7% Bond issued in 1924. This historic financial instrument not only symbolised a pivotal moment in post-World War I economic recovery but also reflected a unique blend of international cooperation, economic strategy, and financial engineering. As we look back a century later, this bond serves as a fascinating case...

  The Zimbabwe 100 trillion dollar banknote, issued during the country's hyperinflation crisis in the late 2000s, has become a collector's item and a conversation starter due to its astronomical face value. However, its popularity has also made it a target for counterfeiters. Whether you're a collector, investor, or simply someone fascinated by this historical artifact, knowing how to identify a genuine note is...