The latest entry in Whitman's "100 Greatest" collection, 100 Greatest U.S. Error Coins is a beautifully illustrated coffee-table book that explores one of the hobby's hottest collectible fields. Expert dealers, collectors, researchers, and historians have all weighed in on their opinions of the 100 all-time greatest examples of American coinage errors. The rarities, the classics, and the intriguing "how'd that happen?" specimens are here---and some interesting surprises, too. Authors Nicholas Brown, David Camire, and Fred Weinberg are three of the nation's most famous error-coin specialists, and they open the doors to the U.S. Mint to show you how and why error coins occur. With an engaging introduction by Q. David Bowers; plus full-color, high-resolution photos; and historical and current market values, 100 Greatest U.S. Error Coins will delight collectors and non-collectors alike
This 304-page reference book (8.5 by 11 inches) is a must-have for those who love collecting coins, especially U.S. Mint errors.
The book also explores more readily available and widely popular coins: pieces so beautiful or with such strange and fascinating stories that everybody wants one." -- Amazon.com.
The book also explores more readily available and widely popular coins: pieces so beautiful or with such strange and fascinating stories that everybody wants one. 100 Greatest U.S. Coins, Fifth Edition is not just a price guide or a fancy ...
This is the tenth entry in Whitman Publishing's popular "100 Greatest" library.
Every year since 2010, this guide has doubled in sales. The number of listings with a wide price range makes this book number one in its class.
" In this single volume you'll absorb the history of the coin's two classic reverse designs, take an inside look at the minting process, and learn how to grade your collection, including Proofs.
"Fully illustrated catalog and retail valuation list--1556 to date."
In the authors' own words, this new edition of Strike It Rich with Pocket Change, dispels the myths of error coins and assists you in discovering, marketing, and researching rare coins that you can find in your pocket change.
Cherrypickers' Guide to Rare Die Varieties of United States Coins
Inside you'll find a richly illustrated history of silver and gold in the coinage of colonial America and the United States. You'll see why silver and gold were difficult for the average American to acquire through most of our history.