International Bank Note Society

International Bank Note Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to the study and collection of banknotes from around the world, including those from Bank of England, Federal Reserve, and European Central Bank. The society was founded in 1961 by a group of collectors, including Albert Pick, who is considered one of the most renowned paper money collectors and experts, and has been a member of the American Numismatic Society and the Royal Numismatic Society. The International Bank Note Society has members from over 100 countries, including United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and Germany, and has been featured in various numismatic publications, such as Coin World and Bank Note Reporter.

● History

The International Bank Note Society was established in 1961 with the goal of promoting the study and collection of banknotes from around the world, including those from Bank of Japan, People's Bank of China, and Reserve Bank of India. The society's founders, including Albert Pick and Stephen Goldsmith, were instrumental in shaping the organization's mission and objectives, which have been supported by International Monetary Fund and World Bank. Over the years, the society has grown to become one of the largest and most respected numismatic organizations in the world, with members from American Numismatic Association, British Numismatic Society, and Canadian Numismatic Association. The society has also collaborated with other organizations, such as the Smithsonian Institution and the British Museum, to promote the study and preservation of paper money.

● Organization

The International Bank Note Society is governed by a board of directors, which includes numismatic experts and collectors from around the world, such as Pierre Fricke and Doug Murray. The society is headquartered in the United States and has a network of regional representatives and chapters in Europe, Asia, and Africa, including London, Paris, Tokyo, and Sydney. The society also has a close relationship with other numismatic organizations, such as the American Numismatic Society and the Royal Numismatic Society, and has been recognized by International Association of Numismatists and Fédération Internationale des Associations de Numismates.

● Membership

Membership in the International Bank Note Society is open to anyone interested in the study and collection of banknotes, including dealers, collectors, and researchers from Sotheby's, Christie's, and Heritage Auctions. The society offers various membership categories, including individual, dealer, and institutional memberships, which provide access to the society's publications, conventions, and other benefits, such as American Numismatic Association and British Numismatic Society memberships. Members also receive a subscription to the society's journal, which features articles and research on paper money and numismatics, including contributions from Pierre Fricke and Doug Murray.

● Publications

The International Bank Note Society publishes a range of materials, including a journal, newsletter, and catalogs, which are recognized by International Monetary Fund and World Bank. The society's journal is a quarterly publication that features articles and research on paper money and numismatics, including contributions from American Numismatic Society and Royal Numismatic Society. The society also publishes catalogs of banknotes from around the world, including Standard Catalog of World Paper Money and Pick's Catalog, which are considered essential references for collectors and dealers from Sotheby's, Christie's, and Heritage Auctions.

● Conventions

The International Bank Note Society hosts conventions and meetings throughout the year, which provide opportunities for members to meet, share knowledge, and buy and sell banknotes, including rare and unique specimens from Bank of England, Federal Reserve, and European Central Bank. The society's conventions are held in various locations around the world, including London, New York City, and Tokyo, and feature exhibits, auctions, and lectures on numismatics and paper money, including presentations from Pierre Fricke and Doug Murray. The society also participates in other numismatic events, such as the American Numismatic Association convention and the World Money Fair, which are attended by collectors, dealers, and researchers from Sotheby's, Christie's, and Heritage Auctions.

● Awards

The International Bank Note Society presents several awards to recognize outstanding contributions to the field of numismatics and paper money collecting, including the Lifetime Achievement Award and the Best Exhibit Award, which have been awarded to Pierre Fricke and Doug Murray. The society also offers scholarships and grants to support research and education in the field of numismatics, including the American Numismatic Society scholarship and the Royal Numismatic Society grant. The society's awards are presented at the annual convention and are recognized by the numismatic community, including International Association of Numismatists and Fédération Internationale des Associations de Numismates.