Official ANA Grading Standards 6th Ed./ANA (Spiral)

After being out of print for over 2 years, and thousands of requests later, ANA has finally revised the Official ANA Grading Standards book.  With 350+ pages, this book defines grading standards for each U.S. series from 1793 to the present and features easy-to-follow text and photographs.  The book includes a 16-page full color section that identifies techniques used in addition to the grade number to use when adding to your collection.  The ANA Grading Guide is considered to be a "must have" for both the beginning and experienced coin collector.

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Photograde/Ruddy (Soft)

A numismatic must-have.  Showcases over 1000 enhanced coin-grading pictures and description of regular issue U.S. coins from 1793 to date.

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Grading Coins by Photographs - An Action Guide for the Collector and Investor/Bowers (Spiral)

Q. David Bowers has crafted a unique combination of step-by-step grading instructions for every federal coinage series from half cents to double eagles, plus information on the history and importance of graQ. David Bowers has crafted a unique combination of step-by-step grading instructions for every federal coinage series from half cents to double eagles, plus information on the history and importance of grading; expert grading techniques;understanding the surfaces of coins; and smart grading and buying. His insightful text is combined with high-resolution color photographs for each grade, plus Proofs. Full Color, 384 Pages

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Cherrypickers' Guide to Rare Die Varieties of U.S. Coins 5th ed. Vol I/Stanton-Fivaz (Spiral)

This long-awaited re-issue publishing was accomplished by Whitman Publishing and covers all United States series from half cent through nickel five-cent pieces. Introduction by Q. David Bowers.

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Cherrypickers' Guide to Rare Die Varieties of U.S. Coins 4th ed. Vol II/Stanton-Fivaz (Spiral)

This long-awaited publishing was accomplished by Whitman Publishing after a 3-year planned release. Introduction by Q. David Bowers. 

$39.95
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United States Pattern Coins - Complete Source for History, Rarity and Values 10th Ed./Judd (Hard)

These seldom-seen experimental pieces illustrate the trials, struggles, and backstate intrigue that preceeded som many of the U.S.These seldom-seen experimental pieces illustrate the trials, struggles, and backstate intrigue that preceeded som many of the U.S. Mint's regular-issue coins. Q. David Bowers offers a fascinating inside look at the history, rarity, and market values of America's rarest coins. Hardcover, Full Color, 352 Pages

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Strike it Rich with Pocket Change 2nd E/Potter (Soft)

This new edition of the everyman’s guide to collecting error coins teaches you how to spot the rare finds in everyday pocket change. With 350 coin photos that compare real coin against its error, and listings with information about the latest know varieties and current value of coins, this book teaches you the value of mistakes.

Abraham Lincoln - The Image of His Greatness/Reed (Hard)

Abraham Lincoln: The Image of His Greatness. Beautifully illustrated in full color, with hundreds of private and public images, Reed's book explores the popular depiction of Lincoln as "ideal, idol, and icon." The martyred president is seen on coins, tokens, medals, postage stamps, and paper money - and also in oil paintings, magazine covers, popular advertisements, political cartoons, and other diverse media. Hardcover, 8.5 x 11 inches, Full Color, 288 Pages.

Numismatic Forgery/Chuck Larson (Soft)

While Larson was a prison guard, he became a confidant of Mark Hoffman, who was considered to be a legendary  forgerer of his time. Hoffman divulged his techniques to Larson. In his backyard workshop, Larson spent years learning to make convincing fake coins.

Coin Chemistry: Including cleaning and Preservation/Weimar W. White 2nd Ed. (Hard)

Weimar White, a chemist and professional numismatist, presents a scientific explanation of how toning develops through oxidation.  Topics include cleaning of coins as well as preservation.  This book is a must if you want to understand coin toning, preservation and care.

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Numismatic Art in America 2nd Ed/Vermeule (Hard)

By exploring America's numismatic art, Cornelius Vermeule offers new understanding of the shaping of the nation, and brings new respect to our least understood art form.

A humorous and informative book that provides start-to-finish details on how to collect coins.

Coins of the Bible Replica Coin Set - Coins from Biblical Times

The full 3-part set of coins.  Part 1 includes two replica coins, the Gold Daric and the Half Shekel of Tyre, mounted on full color card that gives a description of the origin.  Part 2 includes two replica coins, The Lepton of Pontius Pilate and the Widow's Mite, mounted on a full color card that gives a description of the origin.  Part 3 includes two replica coins, The Tribute Penny and the Shekel, mounted on a full color card that gives a description of the origin.

 

A up-to-date, comprehensive guide that explains everything a new collector needs to know.

Profitable Coin Collecting/Ganz (Soft)

In this innovative investment guide noted coin collecting expert David Ganz teaches collectors of all interests and experience how to identify profit potential in rare coins, while increasing your appreciation for coin collecting.

Red Book Check List and Record Book of United States and Canadian Coins

The Check List and Record Book of United States and Canadian Coins is a convenient way to keep track of your coin collection. Its 6x9-inch size packs a lot of information into a handy resource that you can carry in your pocket or bag, or store in your safe deposit box. Take it to coin shows and shops while you're on the hunt for your next numismatic acquisition. Check each box as you add a coin to your collection or upgrade to a better specimen. You'll also find plenty of room to write notes on when and where you bought various coins, their grading, prices and any other information you want to record. Actual-Size Illustrations, Complete Mintage Records, Details About Every Coin, Half Cents to Gold Coins, 1790's to Date, Classic and Modern Commemoratives, Proof Sets and Mint Sets, Bullion, Medals and Tokens, Canadian Coins, 1850's to Date.

Coin Collector's Survival Manual 6th Ed./Travers (Soft)

Provides an understanding of coin grading systems, helps you to detect altered, counterfeit, and doctored coins, discusses when to buy and sell—and when not to, buying coins through Internet auctions—and avoiding the pitfalls and safeguarding and protecting your coins from disaster.

Scott Travers, shares his expertise to help coin buys spend their money wisely.  Teaching by example, Travers examines 88 coins and shows why they are good or bad investments.

100 Greatest U.S. Coins 3rd Ed./Garrett and Guth (Hard)

Each of the 100 Greatest was voted into place by leading coin dealers, researchers, and historians," says Whitman publisher Dennis Tucker. Inside the reader will find prized and seldom-seen rarities - the unique and high-valued pieces that collectors dream about, like the 1913 Liberty Head nickel and the 1804 dollar (the "King of American Coins"). The book also explores more readily available and widely popular coins: pieces so beautiful or with such strange and facinating stories that everybody wants one. By Jeff Garrett. Hardcover, 144 Full Color Pages, Metallic-Foil Cover.

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Filled with hundreds of photographs, the book answers questions about U.S. coins and paper money; Canadian, Mexican, and other world coins; tokens and medals; error coins; Confederate money; commemorative coins; collecting and investing; gold, silver, copper, nickel, and more.

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