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"In 1938, Treasury officials proposed an unprecedented national competition for American sculptors to design "a new five cent coin to be known as the Jefferson Nickel." Felix Schlag was the winner of the $1,000 prize when his model ( altered somewhat in the final dies ) was selected from more than 400 competitive entries. The portrait of Thomas Jefferson shown on the front of this coin was modeled after the bust by Jean-Antoine Houdon. The reverse depicts Jefferson's famous home, Monticello,...

Whitman 2 x 2 staple type coin flips are made from dupont mylar which provides optimum protection for nickel or quarter coins. Easy to use; just fold over & staple.*Pre-packaged in 35 count packs

"This type of dime, also known as a Barber dime, was designed by Charles E. Barber, who was chief engraver of the U.S. Mint. His initial, " B " appears on the truncation of the neck. He was also the designer of the twenty-five-cent and fifty-cent pieces. The mintmark appears on the reverse below the wreath. The coins were struck at the New Orleans mint ( O ) , the Denver mint ( D ) , the San Francisco mint ( S ) , and the Philadelphia mint ( No Mint Mark ). Only 24 pieces were coined at the...

The gorgeous and venerable Morgan Silver dollar is a favorite among Americans to collect! Other coins do not inspire a great deal of the American romance and adventure. The "dean of American numismatics," Q. David Bowers, provides an engrossing portrayal of the nation's most beloved classic coin in this extended seventh edition of his best-selling book. You'll discover how to grade coins, cherry-pick uncommon die variants, and become a more knowledgeable collector. You'll also learn what to...

"Although this type dime is known as the "Mercury" dime, the head is in fact a representation of Liberty with wings crowning her cap, symbolizing liberty of thought. Symbolic devices on the reverse are as follows: fasces fro the strength which lies in unity, a battle-axe for preparedness, and an olive branch for peace." - Whitman PublishingDesigner: Adolph A. Weinman. Weight: 2.50 grams. Composition: 90% silver, 10% copper (net weight .07234 oz. pure silver). Diameter: 17.9 mm Edge: Reeded...

Whitman 2 x 2 staple type coin flips are made from dupont mylar which provides optimum protection for half dollar ( Liberty Head, Liberty Walking, Franklin, Kennedy, & U.S. Commemoratives ) coins. Easy to use; just fold over & staple.*Pre-packaged in 35 count packs

The Handbook of United States Coins, published by Whitman Publishing, was first published in 1942 as a reliable source indicating the average price coin dealers paid for different types, dates, and mintmarks of U.S. coins. The ground-breaking new book quickly became well-liked by both dealers and collectors. Coin dealers have used the OFFICIAL BLUE BOOK�, as it became known, to make buying offers for more than 81 years. You can use it to determine the value of your coins if you're a collector!...

Whitman 2 x 2 staple type coin flips are made from dupont mylar which provides optimum protection for small dollar ( S.B.A., Sacagewea, Native American, Presidential, & Innovation ) coins. Easy to use; just fold over & staple.*Pre-packaged in 35 count packs

"The United States dime honoring President Franklin D. Roosevelt was designed by Mint engraver John R. Sinnock, whose initials, JS, appear at the left of the date. A forceful portrait was used to dipict Roosevelt, who had served as president from 1933 to 1945. During that time he guided the country out of the Great Depression and helped formulate the strategy for winning World War ll." - Whitman Publishing Silver ( 1946-1964, and some modern Proofs ): Designer: John R. Sinnock. Weight: 2.50...

"This type quarter was designed by mint engraver Charles E. Barber, who also designed a silmilar dime and half dollar. His initial "B" appears on the truncation of the neck of Liberty. The new design was originally to be selected from public competitions, but none of the entries was satisfactory and the final design was left to the mint engraver. The mint mark appears on the reverse below the eagle. "O" for New Orleans; "D" for Denver; "S" San Francisco and no letter for Philadelphia." -...

Whitman 2 x 2 staple type coin flips are made from dupont mylar which provides optimum protection for large dollar ( Trade, Morgan, Peace, & Eisenhower ) coins. Easy to use; just fold over & staple.*Pre-packaged in 35 count packs

"In 1999, the U.S. Mint launched the 50 State Quarters Program, with state reverse designs issued from 1999 to 2008 each year striking a series of five quarters with distinctive reverses symboic of the states in the order they joined the Union. The reverse motifs depict some aspect of the history, tradition, or nature of each state." - Whitman PublishingClad Composition: Outer layers of copper-nickel ( 75% copper, 25% nickel ) bonded to an inner core of pure copper. Weight: 5.67 grams...