Awards

Excellence, Volunteerism and Achievement Rewarded

The Albuquerque Coin Club (ACC) was first formed in 1953 by a dedicated group of founding members led by Judge Ralph Brown. Over the years, the ACC has developed an awards and rewards program to recognize its members for their volunteerism, participation, and leadership in several categories for both adult and youth members. The awards recognize: outstanding club leadership, knowledge, and participation (Johnny Plath Numismatist of the Year Award); sustained dedication, volunteerism, teaching, and participation for more than 10 years (Life Membership Award); providing outstanding educational seminars and teaching of the hobby (Educator of the Year Award); as well as several other awards discussed in this document. The ACC also rewards its members for volunteerism in club activities by providing them with Club Bucks for their participation which can be used to pay for auctions purchases, purchase supplies, and other club merchandise.

Johnny Plath, Jr. Numismatist of the Year Award

This Award honors the memory of Johnny Plath Jr. and his legacy of contributions in numismatic leadership, participation, and dedication to the mission of the ACC. This Award recognizes a member who has provided outstanding leadership, participation in ACC club activities, achievement in the field of numismatics, and volunteerism in club activities.

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Life Membership Award

This Award recognizes an outstanding member of the ACC who distinguishes themselves as a leader, educator, volunteer and who has participated in ACC activities for a minimum of ten (10) years or more. The award symbolizes these common attributes: Showing one’s selflessness, consistent, long-term dedication and loyalty to the club and its membership. Putting the club before self, they love to give of their time and energy in addition to sharing their passion for the hobby and their knowledge with others. They go beyond the normal call of duty and make the improbable happen with ease for everyone else. They are the embodiment of what is best in our club and hobby. They are here to serve.

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President’s Special Award

This Award shall be presented at the discretion of the sitting President. This award recognizes a member who has provided outstanding leadership, participation in ACC club activities, achievement in the field of numismatics, and volunteerism in club activities.

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State Fair Numismatic Awards Competition

The State Fair Awards Program, sponsored by the Albuquerque Coin Club (ACC), includes numismatic competition by way of displays in the areas of coin, currency, and exonumia (anything else related to numismatics). The ACC works closely with the State Fair to provide a numismatic competition that is non-biased, objective, and inclusive of both numismatist and public residents of New Mexico.

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Educator of the Year Award

One of the primary missions of the Albuquerque Coin Club (ACC) is to promote numismatic education to the members and general public. The Educator of the Year Award is given to a deserving individual who promotes numismatic education through club and/or independent activities.

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Annual Youth Numismatist Program Award

This Award recognizes a general member that has contributed majorly to the expansion of or greatly improved the execution of the Youth Numismatist (YN) mission statement.

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Youth Numismatist Rising Star Award

This Award recognizes a Youth Numismatist (YN) member that has shown a consistent and ardent enthusiasm for the hobby of numismatics, through participation in Albuquerque Coin Club (ACC) sponsored events and has improved their knowledge in study of Numismatics.

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ACC Club Bucks Rewards Program

“Club Bucks” is a rewards program of the Albuquerque Coin Club (ACC) to recognize members for volunteering, participating, and assisting in ACC activities. These activities include, but are not limited to assisting in club meetings, working at club sponsored numismatic shows, promoting club activities locally and nationally, trade fairs, and other club activities.

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2025 Award Recipients

Welcome to the Albuquerque Coin Club’s prestigious Awards section, where we celebrate the outstanding contributions and achievements of our esteemed members in the fascinating world of numismatics. Each year, the Albuquerque Coin Club recognizes individuals who have demonstrated exceptional dedication, expertise, and passion for the study and collection of coins.

2025 Numismatist of the Year

Pat Vitale

2025 Life Membership Award

Peggy Deurloo

2025 Special President’s Awards

Tim Cox, Tom Stone, Peter Tablet, Phil Vitale

2025 Educator of the Year Award

Scott Bucholtz

2025 YN Program Award

Not Rewarded

2025 YN Rising Star Award

Xavier Analla