Q. David Bowers, award-winning author, provides new insight into US Mint engraver Charles E. Barber's 1892-1916 silver coins. At the outset of an exhilarating period of invention, these coins were...

Q. David Bowers, award-winning author, provides new insight into US Mint engraver Charles E. Barber's 1892-1916 silver coins. At the outset of an exhilarating period of invention, these coins were the workhorses of American business. Bowers follows the history of Barber's coinage from the Gilded Age and the Progressive Era to the eve of America's entry into World War I, as well as the inventions of record players, cars, and moving pictures. The Guide Book of Barber Silver Coins includes...

Postcard collecting has been a popular American pastime since the hobby's Golden Age, more than a hundred years ago. For today's collector, postcards offer historic photography, snapshots of pop...

Postcard collecting has been a popular American pastime since the hobby's Golden Age, more than a hundred years ago. For today's collector, postcards offer historic photography, snapshots of pop culture and everyday life, colorful works by famous artists - and the thrill of the hunt as you build your collection. Includes Real photo postcards (RPPCs), linens, chromes, signed artist cards, sets and series, hand-colored cards, error cards, composites, mechanicals and novelties, and moreChristmas,...

"These coins are appropriate for anyone's hobby budget, whether it's $50 per month or $50,000," said author Tomaska, who gives pricing in multiple grades for each coin. Tomaska discusses the history...

"These coins are appropriate for anyone's hobby budget, whether it's $50 per month or $50,000," said author Tomaska, who gives pricing in multiple grades for each coin. Tomaska discusses the history of their designs, manufacture, and other technical and cultural issues, in addition to offering behind-the-scenes information of the retail and auction markets. He delves into Mint workmanship shifts and explains why Franklin and Kennedy half dollars symbolize the end of an era. He examines the...

Immerse yourself in the historic Liberty Seated currency of the United States Mint half dimes, dimes, twenty-cent pieces, quarters, half dollars, Gobrecht dollars, silver dollars, and trade dollars....

Immerse yourself in the historic Liberty Seated currency of the United States Mint half dimes, dimes, twenty-cent pieces, quarters, half dollars, Gobrecht dollars, silver dollars, and trade dollars. From 1836 through 1891, these beautiful silver pieces depicted the Goddess of Liberty sitting with a hat and pole. They were manufactured in Philadelphia, New Orleans, Carson City, and San Francisco, and they lubricated the wheels of American trade during the Hard Times Era and the nation's gold...

Whitman Guide for Lincoln Cents by Q. David Bowers. In this volume, you'll discover the history of the Lincoln cents seven reverse designs, as well as an inside look at the minting process and how...

Whitman Guide for Lincoln Cents by Q. David Bowers. In this volume, you'll discover the history of the Lincoln cents seven reverse designs, as well as an inside look at the minting process and how to grade your coins, including Proofs. Bowers discusses how to become a better buyer and establish a fantastic collection.

*Washington Quarters*, now in its third edition, is a detailed guide to the popular modern coin. Written by Q. David Bowers, it covers the history of the quarter dollar, starting with George...

*Washington Quarters*, now in its third edition, is a detailed guide to the popular modern coin. Written by Q. David Bowers, it covers the history of the quarter dollar, starting with George Washington and continuing through the Washington quarter series from 1932 to 1998. Each coin is discussed by year, with a focus on the last 25 years of modern issues. The book includes over 750 color images, updated market values, a grading guide, tips for smart buying, and new issues since 2017. It's...

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...

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...

The silver Peace dollar of 1921 celebrated the end of the most traumatic war in human history. In the Guide Book of Peace Dollars, award-winning author Roger W. Burdette explores these fascinating...

The silver Peace dollar of 1921 celebrated the end of the most traumatic war in human history. In the Guide Book of Peace Dollars, award-winning author Roger W. Burdette explores these fascinating and collectible coins, covering every date and mintmark from 1921 to 1935. He studies the mysterious 19640-D Peace Dollar, as well as proofs, patterns, trail pieces, errors and misstrikes, countermarks, die varieties, and famous collections. This book includes history, rarity, grading, values, and...

The Guide Book of United States Paper Money is a collector's guide to U.S. paper currency from the Civil War era to date. This book provides a catalog and price guide for notes from $10,000 down to...

The Guide Book of United States Paper Money is a collector's guide to U.S. paper currency from the Civil War era to date. This book provides a catalog and price guide for notes from $10,000 down to $1 face value, Treasury notes of the War of 1812, encased postage stamps, Fractional Currency, and error notes. It also covers topics such as signatures on U.S. currency; grading standards; star notes; the Bureau of Engraving and Printing; how cash is made and distributed; and how to collect...

"A Guide Book of United States Paper Money" is your go-to resource for collectors interested in the history and value of US paper currency. Written by Arthur L. and Ira S. Friedberg, this 420-page...

"A Guide Book of United States Paper Money" is your go-to resource for collectors interested in the history and value of US paper currency. Written by Arthur L. and Ira S. Friedberg, this 420-page guide is packed with over 650 colorful images, covering federal notes from the Civil War era to modern times. It includes valuable information on various types of currency, like Treasury notes from the War of 1812, encased postage stamps, Fractional Currency, and more. You'll also find insights into...

As the old saying goes, "Find a penny, pick it up, and all day long you'll have good luck." Now Kenneth Bressett, former president of the American Numismatic Association, has written the definitive...

As the old saying goes, "Find a penny, pick it up, and all day long you'll have good luck." Now Kenneth Bressett, former president of the American Numismatic Association, has written the definitive reference to finding just how lucky you can be as a coin collector. From how to get started in the hobby to how to care for a collection, with full explanations of grading techniques and standards, coin prices, and values, the Whitman Guide to Coin Collecting addresses everything clearly and with...

With more prices in more grades than the normal book, certified demographic data, more die types, and more auction records, MEGA RED is the latest extended edition of the hobby's best-selling GUIDE...

With more prices in more grades than the normal book, certified demographic data, more die types, and more auction records, MEGA RED is the latest extended edition of the hobby's best-selling GUIDE BOOK OF UNITED STATES COINS (the RED BOOK). From copper tokens and half cents to $20 gold double eagles, plus bullion, commemoratives, Proof and Mint sets, notable patterns and medals, mistake coins, and other rarities, it covers American coinage from the American Revolution to the present day. It...

Coin Collecting: An Introduction to the World of Numismatics, Fourth Edition is the ultimate guide for new collectors diving into this rewarding hobby. Authored by Kenneth Bressett, a respected...

Coin Collecting: An Introduction to the World of Numismatics, Fourth Edition is the ultimate guide for new collectors diving into this rewarding hobby. Authored by Kenneth Bressett, a respected figure in numismatics, this updated edition covers everything you need to know, including: What to look for in coins Understanding mints and mintmarks Factors that affect a coin's value How to maximize your experience with coin clubs, shows, and exhibits Tips for finding trustworthy dealers Care and...

Whitman Half Dollar coin folder

Whitman Half Dollar coin folder

Best selling, award winning 100 greatest US coins takes readerson a personal guided tour of the nations coinage. Newly ranked coins of the 6th edtition are both prized rarities and readily available...

Best selling, award winning 100 greatest US coins takes readerson a personal guided tour of the nations coinage. Newly ranked coins of the 6th edtition are both prized rarities and readily available for popular coins. Frin the unique high valued pieves of collectors dreams, like the 1913 Liberty Head Nickel to the 1909-S VDB cent. This 6th edition includes a foreword by William R Anderson with updates values for all coins, expanded Top 250 US Coin Realized auction prices and more behind the...

64 full-color pages with album pages. Classic whitman blue album-style board with plastic sliding inserts so the front and back of the coin are visible. Perfect for display and for long-term...

64 full-color pages with album pages. Classic whitman blue album-style board with plastic sliding inserts so the front and back of the coin are visible. Perfect for display and for long-term storage.

This book has 64 full-color pages as well as 1 album page. It includes history of Abraham Lincoln as well as other fun facts about the Lincoln penny series. The album page holds 15 pennys and has...

This book has 64 full-color pages as well as 1 album page. It includes history of Abraham Lincoln as well as other fun facts about the Lincoln penny series. The album page holds 15 pennys and has plastic sliding inserts so the front and back of the coin are visible within the page.

64 full-color pages with album page. Classic Whitman blue album-style board with plastic sliding inserts so the front and back of the coin are visible. Perfect for display and for long-term storage. ...

64 full-color pages with album page. Classic Whitman blue album-style board with plastic sliding inserts so the front and back of the coin are visible. Perfect for display and for long-term storage.

64 full-color pages with album pages. Classic whitman blue album-style board with plastic sliding inserts so the front and back of the coin are visible. Perfect for display and for long-term...

64 full-color pages with album pages. Classic whitman blue album-style board with plastic sliding inserts so the front and back of the coin are visible. Perfect for display and for long-term storage.

A full-color reference for identifying fake gold coins, from dollars to double eagles, plus California fractional gold and commemoratives.

A full-color reference for identifying fake gold coins, from dollars to double eagles, plus California fractional gold and commemoratives.

The quarter eagle, face value of $2.50, occupies an unusual place in American currency, says author Q. David Bowers. Unlike larger gold coins, it was too small to be commonly used in export and...

The quarter eagle, face value of $2.50, occupies an unusual place in American currency, says author Q. David Bowers. Unlike larger gold coins, it was too small to be commonly used in export and international trade. It also never became popular in day-to-day commerce (though, like the smaller gold dollar, it was frequently given as a Christmas gift). Despite this, Bowers says, the quarter eagle was minted almost continuously for more than 130 years, starting in 1796, with six different design...

World Paper Money Errors by Morland FischerThroughout World Paper Money Errors Morland Fisher provides you an avenue into the fascinating and rarely explored area of numismatics, foreign paper money...

World Paper Money Errors by Morland FischerThroughout World Paper Money Errors Morland Fisher provides you an avenue into the fascinating and rarely explored area of numismatics, foreign paper money errors. For the first time, numismatists have access to a full color price guide for international currency, rather than only domestic notes. Fischer's ample collection exemplifies rare errors that result in the printing process to produce intriguing and unique notes. Odd shapes, upside down...

This packet contains 12 all different U. S. Stamps that portray famous people who discovered and explored America. Lewis and Clark Expedition highlights on reverse.

This packet contains 12 all different U. S. Stamps that portray famous people who discovered and explored America. Lewis and Clark Expedition highlights on reverse.