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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...
*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 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...
Flying Eagle cents (1857–1858) introduced America’s small-cent format, while Indian Head cents (1859–1909) circulated through major chapters of U.S. history. This edition provides...
Flying Eagle cents (1857–1858) introduced America’s small-cent format, while Indian Head cents (1859–1909) circulated through major chapters of U.S. history. This edition provides collectors both new and experienced with an up-to-date resource for understanding their production, design changes, and ongoing appeal. Highlights of this updated edition: Revised valuations in up to nine grades Updated mintages and expanded die-variety coverage Concise grading guidance 400+ new and...
Collecting U.S. coins by date can be expensive and difficult. Collecting by type is easier and more affordable. This book covers over 250 coin types, from the 1790s to today. It's a simple guide for...
Collecting U.S. coins by date can be expensive and difficult. Collecting by type is easier and more affordable. This book covers over 250 coin types, from the 1790s to today. It's a simple guide for starting or expanding your collection. Highlights: 250+ coin types Gold, silver, copper, nickel, and more Values in multiple grades Color photos Grading tips GSID numbers Buying advice Type-set variations Award-winning guide, part of the trusted Red Book series. ...
This guide offers a fun and easy way in to collecting Queen Elizabeth II's circulation coins, highlighting over 70 years of changes in Canadian currency. Featuring large, high-resolution images, it...
This guide offers a fun and easy way in to collecting Queen Elizabeth II's circulation coins, highlighting over 70 years of changes in Canadian currency. Featuring large, high-resolution images, it helps you identify popular coin varieties and distinguish them from one another. Additionally, the guide includes a section on identifying various types of coin errors with clear, detailed examples.
Celebrating eight decades in print, the 2027 edition of The Official Red Book®: A Guide Book of United States Coins remains a cornerstone reference for collectors. With more than 26 million...
Celebrating eight decades in print, the 2027 edition of The Official Red Book®: A Guide Book of United States Coins remains a cornerstone reference for collectors. With more than 26 million copies distributed, this milestone release features revised pricing, expanded listings, and updated research—now presented in a cleaner, more user-friendly format. Cataloging over 13,000 coins, medals, tokens, and sets, this edition delivers comprehensive coverage alongside new discoveries and...