KOINON Update

Hello Friends,

I wanted to write and provide a brief update about KOINON, which will probably be the last until the submission deadline closes. We have received some excellent submissions so far, over half a dozen in total, both from established numismatic scholars and total newcomers (to publishing, not coins). There are a few more on the way, too, and I'm even preparing one for submission myself. The peer-review process has proved relatively painless and actually rather helpful, and I have only positive experiences to report on that front. So, if you are considering submitting, please do so. If you are hesitant please contact me to discuss your idea for an article. One fascinating piece that comes to mind is an extensive provenance report on a coin (much had been lost) and short bio of an old collector and the other notable coins that passed through his collection- I hadn't even conceived of an essay concerning provenance until I read this author's essay and I must say it was fascinating.

Unfortunately, we only have about 5 unpublished varieties submitted so far, and two of those are mine. I know there are far more out there hidden in your collections and I really hope you will consider submitting them. The format is simple and you need not be an excellent writer (lord knows I'm not!): https://koinonjournal.files.wordpress.com/2017/04/new-type1.pdf

It could be something as simple as a new monogram or inscription variant- if it is new it deserves to be published and you as the founder deserve recognition for the discovery. I envision KOINON divided into two parts- the first various essays and the second, a yearly catalog of unpublished varieties that come to market spanning all areas of ancient coinage, listed in standard catalog structure: Celtic, Greek, Roman Republican, etc. So please do consider submitting your unpublished variety. And if you don't own the coin you can still submit it, assuming you have rights to the photo (perhaps you lost the auction...). Ultimately, this is an excellent opportunity for those not comfortable writing an academic article to contribute to the discipline (plus you get bragging rights to your friends).

Thanks for considering,

Nick

 

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Nick,

Please remind us: when is the submission deadline?

 

April 1st, but I can always extend if you reach out to me sooner. The turn-around time has been really fast with our reviewers, so unless it is a massive, dense essay, we can accommodate most requests.

 

Definition of unpublished is unidentified or misdescribed as a new variety, but could have appeared in print or online in an auction catalog or web site?

 

Yes, a coin listed in an auction either incorrectly or under a general number (e.g., HN Italy 123) can be submitted, citing the sale, of course. Even a coin listed as unpublished in the auction description can be submitted (if someone wants a research project- that would be fun and very beneficial to the community).The ultimate goal is to have a single, consistent, accessible resource for scholars and numismatists to see new and "academically" unpublished types that appear every year.

 

Thank you for the clarification. Just also want to clarify, is the submitter acknowledged with the find, if it hasn't been recognized before?

 

The submission and peer review really was painless from my perspective as someone who had zero experience with the academic publication process. If you're on the fence at all I strongly urge you to talk to Nicholas and give it a shot.

 

Yes, see the form I linked to above. You write your name under the entry, along with a brief narrative. More here:https://koinonjournal.wordpress.com/

 

Okay. Thank you again for the information.

 

New "Standard Reference List" in the works for unpublished coin submissions:

http://www.forumancientcoins.com/board/index.php?topic=114159.msg694408#msg694408

Please contribute in your area of specialization if you can.

 

I can't wait to see the finished body of works and thank you for accepting my submission on Italian Renaissance, even though the main focus of the magazine is Antiquity.

 

I can feel the hype train coming!

 

Lol. I promise it will be sold at cost- but I do indeed hope people are excited and the first issue inspires others to contribute in the future. I'm hoping my own essay is ready in time!

 

I'm very much looking forward to it!

 

When do you need edited essays returned to you Nicholas? I was hoping to get to mine over the holidays, but that didn’t happen...

 

Mid summer would be nice. We're still accepting submissions until April. I'd like to have the proofs done by September and sent off after authors do their final reviews, so printed and mailed by the end of the year the latest.

 

The inaugural volume of Koinon has been sent to the publisher!

It will be just over 200 pages and has excellent articles just about everyone will enjoy.

Shouldn't be very long for it to see print

 

Congrats Nicholas on reaching this important step in the process.

 

Shoot! My AC exploded and I didn’t get around to looking at the proof...

 

Exciting update!