The E-Sylum:  Volume 5, Number 42, October 20, 2002, Article 2

NUMISMATIST FORMAT CHANGE

  Barbara Gregory, Editor of the ANA's official
  publication, which began in 1888,  writes:
  "Lots of surprises are in store for readers of The
  Numismatist. Below is an item from the October
  issue, with one of the little surprises divulged at
  the end. Last week we reviewed the initial layout,
  and everyone was just blown away."

  "The American Numismatic Association is revamping its
  official publication, THE NUMISMATIST, now in its
  115th year. The new format will debut with the January
  2003 issue, complete with color illustrations and a
  larger profile.

  We think we have a great journal, but we want to better
  serve our members' needs and expectations, says ANA
  Executive Director Edward C. Rochette, who proposed
  the magazine redesign.

  Editor/Publisher Barbara J. Gregory says, "In this fast-paced,
  extra-sensory society, THE NUMISMATIST must
  compete not only with other numismatic publications, but with
  every medium that vies for our readers' attention.  The present
  design of THE NUMISMATIST has served us well for 14
  years; however, it is time for a new, contemporary look.  The
  ANA and its members deserve a magazine that is distinctive
  and appealing."

  Over the course of the year, editorial content will be
  reviewed and revised as well, with greater focus on United
  States coinage and articles for emerging collectors. However,
  readers still will find many of their favorite columnists and the
  reliable, informative stories they have come to expect from
  America's leading hobby publication.

  Says Gregory, "Readers will be very surprised and pleased
  when they see the first issue of NUMISMATIST (without
  the familiar "The" in the title).  The magazine is sure to set new
  standards in the field of hobby publishing."

  [Besides the "The", one more thing is being dropped from
  the magazine - Q. David Bowers' longtime "Coins and
  Collectors" column.  I'm sorry to see it go, but I'll await
  the new format's debut.  -Editor]

  Wayne Homren, Editor

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