Larry Butz

Larry Butz is a respected US-based coin collector, known for his diverse and thoughtfully curated collection. His lifelong passion for numismatics has shaped an impressive portfolio that spans multiple historical periods and geographic regions. His collection includes notable American colonial rare coins and 19th-century gold series, which are highly regarded among specialists. Beyond his personal collection, Larry is appreciated for his contributions to knowledge-sharing within the numismatic community. He occasionally hosts educational seminars, contributes articles to numismatic publications, and serves as a guest consultant for "American Coin Review." Larry's collecting philosophy emphasizes the historical significance and cultural context of coins rather than focusing solely on their market value. In recent years, he has developed an interest in Asian ancient coinage, particularly Chinese copper coins from the Tang and Song dynasties, establishing one of the more representative Eastern coin collections on the West Coast. As a member of the California Numismatic Society, Butz is recognized for helping bridge Eastern and Western coin collecting traditions.