Ema Šikić is the Head of World and Islamic Coins at Baldwin’s, where she brings a wealth of expertise to the department. Specialising in World and Islamic numismatics, she combines academic knowledge with practical experience to provide expert knowledge to the department.
A graduate of Oxford University with a MPhil in Classical Archeology as well as being a member of the Royal Numismatic Society, Ema has become a respected figure of the numismatic community. Her background includes participation in numerous archaeological digs, as well as roles in museums and galleries, giving her extensive experience in ancient art and coins. In addition, Ema works as a Provisional Valuer for the British Museum as well as holding certifications of Art Law and Art and Finance in a Global Market from the Sotheby's institute.
Ema has used her in-depth understanding of World and Islamic coins to achieve setting benchmarks for rare and historically significant pieces. Notable highlights include the sale of an India, Princely States, Bhopal, gold Presentation 1 ½ Mohur for £39,000 - the most expensive coin from the Princely State of Bhopal ever sold, a world record. Another world record was the sale of China, Hupeh, silver 10 Cents, 1895, Ben Shen variety at the price of £65,000, notable due to it being extremely rare to find in mint condition. Ema also sold a Russia, Peter I the Great (1682-1725), gold Ducat at auction for the price of £105,000.
As a notable numismatic specialist, Ema has appeared on BBC4 radio Woman's Hour, in an interview about a landmark programme of the US mint that will honour historically important women on US coins.
Ema is an active member of several professional societies including the Royal Numismatic Society, Oriental Numismatic Society, American Numismatic Association.