“Money Makes the World Go Round,” an original song written, performed and produced by Mark Keefner of West Hills, Calif., was awarded first place in the American Numismatic Association’s 2008 National Coin Week theme contest. “Money Makes the World Go Round” is the theme of National Coin Week, held April 20-26.

Keefner receives the contest’s grand prize, a one-half ounce gold American Eagle proof coin. Mitch Ernst of Omaha, Neb., also submitted “Money Makes the World Go Round,” and receives a one-quarter ounce gold American Eagle proof coin. “Be a History Teacher: Give a Kid a Coin,” submitted by Greg Roberts of Glendale, Wis., placed third; Roberts receives a one-tenth ounce gold American Eagle proof coin.

“I’m honored and elated to have provided this year’s theme,” said Keefner, who gave the first-ever musical submission in an ANA theme contest. “As the song says, money is a symbol of value, faith and trust, and teaches us about world history, commerce and art.”

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Every third week in April the American Numismatic Association (ANA) promotes the study and collecting of coins and currency through National Coin Week.

The week of celebration is filled with a series of activities ranging from sponsored school events to numismatic exhibits and public gatherings.

To help "send out the call", the ANA provides ideas, promotional material and exposure to coin dealers, clubs and others who participate.

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