ANA Opposes Italy Import Restrictions
Dave Welsh
voice to the swelling chorus of outrage over the prospective addition of
ancient coins to the renewal of the Memorandum of Understanding with Italy:
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An Important Message Regarding Import Restrictions on Numismatic Objects
from Italy
Dear ANA members:
An issue has recently come to light that could damage our hobby. The Untied
States government is about to decide whether cultural property of Italian
origin should be restricted from entry into the U.S. unless accompanied by
Italian export permits. On May 6-7, the Cultural Property Advisory Committee
(CPAC) will hold hearings regarding the 5-year renewal of an already
existing agreement. Although ancient coins have been exempted twice before
in these renewals, there is good reason to believe that Italy and members of
the archaeological community will this time seek to add coins to the list of
restricted items.
The ANA is opposed to new import restrictions on numismatic objects, and
wants its members' opinions to be heard by the government. The Ancient Coin
Collectors Guild (ACCG), an ANA member club, has a convenient way for
collectors to contact the CPAC; access the "ACCG Fax Wizard" link below and
follow the instructions to let the CPAC know how you feel.
The "ACCG Fax Wizard" is quick and easy. Enter your basic information,
select from a list of perspectives, click on "Sample Letters" and "Talking
Points" to cut and paste the body of your letter, and send it directly to
the CPAC. Don't delay - the deadline to voice your opinion is April 22.
This is an important issue for all numismatists, regardless of collecting
interests. Thank you for your time and efforts.
ACCG Fax Wizard and additional information
Notice of meeting of the Cultural Property Advisory Committee
Posted to the list by:
Dave Welsh
Unidroit-L Listowner
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Unidroit-L