Australian Centre for Ancient Numismatic Studies
Australian Centre for Ancient Numismatic Studies
Promoting teaching and research in numismatics to advance the study of ancient societies.
The Australian Centre for Ancient Numismatic Studies is an internationally recognised leader in the study of coinage in the ancient societies of the Mediterranean, Egypt and the Near East. The Centre is home to the largest collection of ancient coins in the Southern hemisphere, with over 6,000 numismatic specimens drawn from across the ancient world. Housed in a purpose-built research facility, ACANS boasts a dedicated in-house numismatic library with an extensive journal collection, workspaces, and microscopy station.
As one of the few university-based institutions in the world to offer facilities and financial support for the study of numismatics, ACANS fosters a vibrant, interdisciplinary research network at the forefront of ancient numismatics.
Numismatics is an ever-popular field of study amongst undergraduate and postgraduate students alike, and ACANS provides a range of hands-on opportunities for students to become involved in the research community. The Centre offers PACE internships, research fellowships, volunteering opportunities, mentorship, monthly seminars, and research supervision (via the Master of Research). For more information about opportunities and funding, visit the Engage with us page.
The Centre’s international research network consistently produces world-class publications using the resources provided by ACANS. To learn more about our research, please visit Our Projects.