Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 hour ago
John Feigenbaum welcomes Ursula Kampmann and a rare appearance by Ulrich Künker, president of Künker Auctions, for an extraordinary deep dive into “The Imperial Collection” — one of the most important European numismatic collections ever to come to market.
This historic collection was assembled by the Prussian royal family and German emperors of the House of Hohenzollern, preserved for generations, hidden during World War II, taken to Russia by the Red Army, and eventually returned to Germany before finally being offered at auction.
In this episode:
• The fascinating history behind the Imperial Collection
• Rare Russian “Family Ruble” coins tied to Tsar Nicholas I
• Massive gold medals celebrating the unification of Germany
• Alexander von Humboldt commemorative medals and 19th century scientific history
• Frederick the Great and Prussian military history through medals
• How museums, collectors, and auction houses preserve history
• Why the rare coin and medal market is stronger than ever
Ulrich Künker shares stories behind some of the most important medals and coins in the collection, while Ursula Kampmann provides historical context connecting Prussia, Napoleon, German unification, and the evolution of Europe.
Whether you’re a collector, historian, investor, or simply fascinated by world history, this episode offers a rare opportunity to explore treasures few people have ever seen.
Remember to like, comment, and subscribe for more!
greysheet.com for pricing guides and data
whitman.com for numismatic books and supplies
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John Feigenbaum welcomes Ursula Kampmann and a rare appearance by Ulrich Künker, president of Künker Auctions, for an extraordinary deep dive into “The Imperial Collection” — one of the most important European numismatic collections ever to come to market.
This historic collection was assembled by the Prussian royal family and German emperors of the House of Hohenzollern, preserved for generations, hidden during World War II, taken to Russia by the Red Army, and eventually returned to Germany before finally being offered at auction.
In this episode:
• The fascinating history behind the Imperial Collection
• Rare Russian “Family Ruble” coins tied to Tsar Nicholas I
• Massive gold medals celebrating the unification of Germany
• Alexander von Humboldt commemorative medals and 19th century scientific history
• Frederick the Great and Prussian military history through medals
• How museums, collectors, and auction houses preserve history
• Why the rare coin and medal market is stronger than ever
Ulrich Künker shares stories behind some of the most important medals and coins in the collection, while Ursula Kampmann provides historical context connecting Prussia, Napoleon, German unification, and the evolution of Europe.
Whether you’re a collector, historian, investor, or simply fascinated by world history, this episode offers a rare opportunity to explore treasures few people have ever seen.
Remember to like, comment, and subscribe for more!
greysheet.com for pricing guides and data
whitman.com for numismatic books and supplies
#greysheet #coins #coin #currency #auctions #goldcoins
#coinauctions #worldcoins #rarecoins #numismatics #coincollecting #ancientcoins #rarecoinmarket #coincollectors #europeanhistory #europe #gold #berlin #germany #history #news
