"Michael Dolley Medal" by Dr Tuukka Talvio (SNL)
In this short article, Dr Tuukka Talvio reflects on the recent medal production of NSI(NB) - the medal struck in 2025 to commemorate the centenary of the birth of Prof. Michael Dolley, one of the founding members of the Society. The author met Prof. Dolley in Finland in the 1970s, so that the article provides a unique personal insight on the artistic merit of the production. Dr Talvio is a former keeper of coins at the National Museum of Finland, a member of the Finnish Num
Dr John Rainey, MBE (1951 - 2026)
It is with great sadness we report the sudden passing of our Vice-Chairman Dr JOHN RAINEY, MBE, in the morning of 10 th February. Read the eulogy here .
"Walled Cities and Towns of Ireland: Society's Summer Field Trip 2025"
The 2025 Society field trip took us to a number of Irish cities and walled towns that had not previously been visited as part of the Society visits. Seven members kicked off the road trip, setting out from Shaw’s Bridge on the morning of the 15 th August. Cars were packed with the traditional umbrellas, but by a degree of providence these remained unused throughout the trip as we were blessed with the perfect weather for exploration. Copious notes on our destinations and