PAMP was in attendance at the American Numismatic Association's annual convention this past August to celebrate the history of currency and the role it plays in our world. The long-running convention, now known as The World's Fair of Money, was held from August 7th through August 11th at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia, PA and showcased a wealth of treasures from top dealers and international mints. The fair also provides a special opportunity for PAMP to meet with its esteemed international business partners.

A key focus for PAMP throughout the fair was announcing its partnership with UNESCO to initiate a new and unprecedented Coin and Medal Program. Representatives from PAMP met with attendees from several government mints to discuss their potential participation in the upcoming program. The feedback from these representatives was very positive and enthusiastic.

The World's Fair of Money for 2012 featured dealers occupying nearly 500 tables throughout the convention center and played host to representatives of 16 mints from five continents. Auctions were held during the week for a wide range of rare and sought-after coins while various awards were presented for over 50 exhibits. Especially popular at the fair was a presentation from the The British Royal Mint featuring examples of gold, silver and bronze medals from the Summer Olympics in London.

With 2012's Year of the Dragon nearly at an end, PAMP is pleased to announce the latest edition in its massively successful Lunar Calendar Series with the release of the 2013 Year of the Snake ingot.

As a new year begins, with it comes a variety of new challenges and new goals. In preparation for a year filled with success, the 2013 Year of the Snake ingot honors the spirit of wisdom and skill in business as well as the wealth and success the Chinese attribute to the charming and brilliant serpent.

Crafted in fine gold or fine silver, this enchanting new ingot features the unique and eye-catching front-to-back design, as the proud snake wraps around both its sides. This signature design of the annual series is an industry first that continues PAMP's reputation for redefining the market, as the leader in precious metals innovation.

As with all editions of the Lunar Calendar Series, the 2013 Year of the Snake ingot is sealed within PAMP's brilliant red CertiPAMP packaging and matching red envelope. This packaging assures the ingot is ready-made for gift-giving; be it to express good fortune in business or as the personal collector's newest treasure.

Further information on the 2013 Year of the Snake, and other ingots in the Lunar Calendar Series, can be found here.