Chicago International Coin Fair

Welcome to the 38th Annual Chicago International Coin Fair – April 18-21, 2013

Crowne Plaza Chicago O'Hare, 5440 North River Road , Rosemont, Illinois 60018

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About Our Event Site – How to Find Us
The 38th Annual Chicago International Coin Fair will be held in Rosemont, Illinois, a Northwest suburb of Chicago located adjacent to O’Hare Airport.  Our headquarters hotel and site of all CICF events is the Crowne Plaza Chicago O’Hare, 5440 North River Road, Rosemont, Illinois 60018. Complimentary courtesy van pickup service is provided to and from the Holiday Inn from the shuttle bus center at O’Hare Airport. Directional signage in the airport baggage claim area will direct you to the shuttle bus center.

To obtain a map with directions from your location to the Crowne Plaza Chicago O’Hare please visit one of the following websites: www.mapquest.com or www.switchboard.com. For general Rosemont tourist and restaurant information please access the Rosemont Convention and Visitors Bureau website: www.rosemont.com.


About Our Event
The Chicago International Coin Fair is one of the most popular conventions in the United States serving the interests of collectors and dealers of world coins and paper money as well as ancient coins, antiquities and allied collectibles. It features a major auction of world and ancient numismatic rarities cataloged and conducted by Heritage Auction Galleries of Dallas, Texas, a 100 booth bourse area featuring leading dealers in the field from 30 states and several foreign countries, as well as club meetings and educational programs.



Bourse Area Hours
The 100 booth bourse area, a central feature of the Chicago International Coin Fair, will operate during the following hours:

•   Thursday, April 18, 2013         
     2PM-6PM   
     Professional Preview - $50 Registration Fee
   
•   Friday, April 19, 2013                  
    10AM-6PM    Booth holders at 9AM
   
•   Saturday, April 20, 2013                               
    10AM-6PM    Booth holders at 9AM
   
•   Sunday, April 21, 2013                            
    10AM-1PM    Booth holders at 9AM

Admission during the Friday-Sunday public hours is $5 for a three day pass valid for the duration of the CICF. Children 16 and under are admitted free. Admission is free on Sunday.


Special Features of the Chicago International Coin Fair:

•    100 booth all world, ancient and antiquities bourse area
•    Auction of world and ancient numismatic rarities by Heritage Auction Galleries
•    Free sample copies of Krause Publications hobby related products
•    Club meetings
•    Educational programs
•    Discounted room rates at the Crowne Plaza
•    Fine dining restaurants located nearby
•    Convenient to O’Hare Airport with complimentary hotel shuttle van service



Auction Information
   
The official Chicago International Coin Fair auction sale is cataloged and conducted by:
       

Heritage Auction Galleries
3500 Maple Avenue
Dallas, Texas 75219
www.ha.com

Heritage Auction Galleries is the largest collectibles auctioneer and third largest auction house in the world. Established in 1976, Heritage offers a wide range of US & World Coins, Rare Currency, Fine & Decorative Art, Western Art, Illustration Art, Vintage Comic Books & Comic Art, Movie Posters, Entertainment Memorabilia, Jewelry & Timepieces, Vintage & Couture Handbags, Sports Collectibles, Stamps, Historical & Political Memorabilia, Rare Books & Manuscripts, American Indian Art, Air & Space Memorabilia, Civil War Memorabilia, Vintage & Contemporary Photography, Natural History Specimens and more.

Heritage Rare Coin Galleries and Heritage Numismatic Auctions, divisions of Heritage Auction Galleries, are the world's largest numismatic dealers and auctioneers.

Heritage gives its customers unprecedented access to its services using the latest advancements in technology and by maintaining a strong presence in the collectibles community. Its knowledgeable staff of over 100 experts and 300 additional service-oriented professionals, and suite of services, help Heritage’s customers develop the best collections possible.

For more information, contact Heritage representative Cris Bierrenbach by phone at (214)409-1661, or by email at crisb@ha.com.

   


Dealer Booth Space at CICF
The cost of dealer booth space at the Chicago International Coin Fair ranges from $600 to $1,350 depending on booth size and configuration.  In keeping with the overall focus of the CICF, dealers participating should have inventories of a primarily world or ancient numismatic material or antiquities.
   

Hotel Accommodations
The Crowne Plaza Chicago O’Hare is the host hotel and site of all Chicago International Coin Fair events, including the bourse, Heritage auction, as well as club meetings and educational programs.  Please call the hotel at (888) 233-9527 and ask for the special $112 Chicago International Coin Fair rate.



Convention Contact - Scott Tappa   scott.tappa@fwmedia.com





More About World Coin News
Published by Krause Publications, 700 East State Street, Iola, WI 54990, World Coin News is the leading hobby publication serving the needs of the world and ancient collecting fraternity.  It contains dealer advertising as well as news about auctions and other articles of interest to collectors.





Other Services of Interest to CICF Attendees:
   


Area Restaurants
   
Carlucci
611 North River Road
Rosemont, IL
(847) 518-0990
www.carluccirestaurant.com

A well known Northern Italian restaurant popular with both local residents and
visitors. Within one mile of the CICF.


Gibson’s Steakhouse                      
5464 North River Road                  
Rosemont, IL                                    
(847) 928-9900
www.gibsonssteaskhouse.com

Located in the DoubleTree Hotel, next doorto the Crowne Plaza.  A fine dining steakhouse known for large portions.
   

Gino’s East                   
9751 West Higgins Road               
Rosemont, IL
(847) 292-2600

Casual dining with an emphasis on pizza.Within one mile of the CICF .

Le Francais                   
269 South Milwaukee Av               
Wheeling, IL
(847) 699-3538

A  25 minute drive from the CICF. Fine dining   with a French accent.

   
Morton’s of Chicago/Rosemont           
9525 West Bryn Mawr Av               
Rosemont, IL                   
(847) 678-5155
www.mortons.com/chicago

A well known Chicago  fine dining steakhousefamed for large portions and quality food. Within one half mile of the CICF.

   
Pine Grove Restaurant               
6580 North Mannheim Road           
Rosemont, IL                   
(847) 298-5110

A family  style restaurant known for good foodand friendly service at reasonable prices. Within two miles of the CICF.


Rosewood                   
9421 West Higgins Road               
Rosemont, IL
(847) 696-9494
www.rosewoodrestaurant.com

Fine dining at a reasonable price. Within one mile of the CICF.

For additional Rosemont area restaurants and additional information about other visitor related services please access the Rosemont Convention and Visitors Bureau website: www.rosemont.com.