Stack’s Bowers Galleries is now offering its Coins in Motion (CIM) technology directly to collectors and dealers, allowing individual rarities, complete collections, and dealer inventories to be transformed into high-definition video animations. This patented service captures coins in stunning 4K detail, delivering a lifelike experience that static images cannot match.
Collectors can use these high-resolution videos to study, organize, and share their holdings without the risks of handling, while dealers gain an edge by showcasing coins with dynamic visuals that enhance buyer confidence. Optimized for everything from large displays to smartphones, CIM provides an immersive way to enjoy prized numismatic pieces every day.
"Coins in Motion is extremely popular with Stack’s Bowers Galleries’ consignors and buyers alike," stated Christine Karstedt, Executive Vice President. "It provides beautifully detailed images for hobbyists whose focus is not only on rarity but on the visual characteristics of the coin. No other imaging service fills that need in the same manner."
Currently, Coins in Motion is available for certified coins from PCGS, NGC, or CACG, offering three video formats to suit different needs:
- 4K MP4 Video – A high-resolution video that captures every intricate detail of the coin, ensuring a comprehensive visual experience.
- CIM Card – A specialized animation that includes additional details about the coin, making it ideal for social media sharing.
- 1080p HD MP4 Video – A standard high-definition option designed for everyday viewing and sharing.
For more details, visit Coins in Motion. For further inquiries, contact Client Services at (949) 503-6242 or email CIM@StacksBowers.com.
About Stack’s Bowers Galleries
Stack’s Bowers Galleries conducts live, internet and specialized auctions of rare U.S. and world coins and currency and ancient coins, as well as direct sales through retail and wholesale channels. The company’s 90+ year legacy includes the cataloging and sale of many of the most valuable United States coin and currency collections to ever cross an auction block – The D. Brent Pogue Collection, The John J. Ford, Jr. Collection, The Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr. Collection, The Harry W. Bass, Jr. Collection, The Joel R. Anderson Collection, The Norweb Collection, The Cardinal Collection, The Sydney F. Martin Collection and The Battle Born Collection – to name just a few.
World coin and currency collections include The Pinnacle Collection, The Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr. Collection of World Gold Coins, The Kroisos Collection, The Alicia and Sidney Belzberg Collection, The Salton Collection, The Wa She Wong Collection, the Augustana Collection of gold rarities from across western Europe, the Richard Margolis Collection of world coins and medals and The Thos. H. Law Collection. Recently the firm was awarded the privilege of bringing the most valuable world coin collection to auction – the L. E. Bruun Collection.
The company is headquartered in Costa Mesa, California, with galleries in New York, Boston, Miami, and Philadelphia. Offices are also located in New Hampshire, Oklahoma, Sacramento, Virginia, Copenhagen, Hong Kong, Paris and Vancouver.
I’m not exactly sure how much this technology, if that’s indeed what it is, will do to enhance the viewing of coins but if anyone has an explanation I would certainly be glad to hear it.
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Ah, the criminal mind at its stupidest. Why do the best stories always begin “A Florida man……”?
FL is a popular punching bag, depending on the media source that recycles stories to keep busy.
However, from personal experience in witnessing Floridian stupidity, Jacksonville is currently at the top of my list(sorry Dale, if reading this)…
As of this comment it may be especially wise not to display a photo. 😉
Actually, not 100% the case, DaveSWFL. Thanks to a favorite trope courtesy of the Onion their stories are often headlined “Area Man“.
When a man’s jonesin’ for a Big Mac combo, you got to pay for it some way.
Not to be confused with the man in the E.R. for speed-eating a 7 lb. burger.
I’ve found some amazing stuff in the reject drawer….
JQC,
Do tell.
And you’re going to leave us hanging just like that? 😉
Another way to make $$$$
That was my initial suspicion and first guess, John Q. Coinage, regarding the new Stack’s Bowers coin viewing technology. When you’re looking to bring in additional money and you don’t have anything else new in the sales pipeline, rehash something old and call it a milestone innovation. Eyes will light up!
Yes, and another way to view the coin in Hi-Def. As opposed to eBay with a 2D, sometimes blurry, or juiced/photoshopped pic. Enhanced confidence when buying a coin sight unseen.
The coin is literally ‘in motion’ revealing different lighting angles, luster, etc.
Here’s a coin in motion just for you JQ. Prices are going up-get-er now!..
2024 Privy Mark 230th Anniversary Flowing Hair High Relief Gold Coins – Coins in Motion & Edge View – YouTube
Rick,
What a stupendous, astounding and breathtaking video! Certainly, a great enhancement to the hobby and the coin market. I hope this is where things are going. Maybe the editors here at CN can take advantage of this new technology. Thanks for the great video!
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Yep, pretty cool buddy.
McCartney’s cool silver coins are up for auction this coming Wed.
Check out the price on the Gold coin. 5 days to go, how about a cool Mil for that one!
https://auctions.stacksbowers.com/auctions/3-1GVQEO/march-2025-historic-presentation-edition-gold-and-silver-5-kilogram-coins-honoring-paul-mccartney-from-the-royal-mint-lots-15001-15005?jump_to_lot=15004
And, for good measure, some ‘coins in motion’ in the quick vid below. Once again, pretty cool buddy.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AOcom0wAtF8&list=TLGGifa84rIbHNoxNDAzMjAyNQ&t=53s
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Rick,
Does Lot 15005 have your name on it?
5 Kilograms of Gold x 2.212 lbs/kg = 11.06 lbs.
11.06 x 16 = 176.96 ounces of Gold
176.96 x $3,000/ounce = $530,800 melt
I true bank account buster.
I’d be careful with that one.
Cheers
Wow, big bucks, thanks for the math quiz. I’ll guess $700K for the gold.
Yeah I’ll be carefull alright from the sidelines!
My wallet is under suspension & review. Some hotshot wiz-kid named Big Balls is is finding wasteful spending on tarnished silver coins.
Not sure what he’s talking about!?
…(¬_¬ )
Cheers
E 1 and Rick,
Well, whether it has Rick’s name on it or not, the 5 Kilogram Gold Coin does sport Paul McCartney’s handwritten signature. That ought to take the price yet up another notch, I would say!
KC3 or the Royal Family could be potential bidders.
Which would be more than fitting since the Royal Mint made it.
Rick,
The McCartney 5 Kilogram Silver Colorized Coins seem to demonstrate the finest application of this process yet. Kudos, Royal Mint!