Everyone knows there is only one form of American currencyーthe greenbackーand that it’s issued by the federal government. But this arrangement has not always been the rule: for much of our nation’s……続きを見る
People have been collecting coins for years. At one time, it was called the hobby of kings because it was an expensive leisure pursuit. Today, though, coin collecting is a very popular hobby – one t……続きを見る
A Guide Book of Peace Dollars is the 13th entry in Whitman's Bowers Series of numismatic references. It covers every date and mintmark of America's last 90% silver dollar, which began as a commemora……続きを見る
Q. David Bowers brings history to life by connecting America's commemorative coinage to the people, places, and events they honored, and to the artists, promoters, and politicians who brought them f……続きを見る
This book offers a much-needed overview of numismaticsーthe hobby, the historical connection, and the investment possibilities of rare coins. This is an up-to-date, comprehensive guide that explains……続きを見る
Although coin collecting is a leisure activity, for most people it is also a lifelong interest of searching and uncovering, not merely pieces of metal, but extraordinary and exclusive editions of c……続きを見る
No subject is more important to the rare-coin collector or investor than grading. Learning to grade the right way can save you hundreds or thousands of dollars. In this second edition of his award-w……続きを見る
The Roman monetary system was highly complex. It involved official Roman coins in both silver and bronze, which some provinces produced while others imported them from mints in Rome and elsewhere, a……続きを見る
The latest volume in Whitman’s popular 100 Greatest collection is a sure crowd-pleaser. 100 Greatest Modern U.S. Coins explores the most fascinating, rarest, most popular, and most valuable Mint pro……続きを見る
In the third edition of the best-selling and award-winning 100 Greatest U.S. Coins, numismatic author Jeff Garrett takes the reader on a personal guided tour of the nation's greatest coinage. "Each ……続きを見る
Immerse yourself in the romance and beauty of nearly 150 years of American currency. It all comes alive in the updated, revised third edition of Arthur and Ira Friedberg s Guide Book of United State……続きを見る
Through the ages, coins have been more than a common standard or a means of exchange between peoples for goods and services. The development of coinage gave men freedom to move beyond their communit……続きを見る
Colorful illustrations enhance this guided tour across America's 50 State Quarters®.
Discover each State Quarter's epic histories spanning the Revolutionary Era to the Space Age, internationa……続きを見る
Forover fifty years, The Official Blackbook Price Guide to United States Coins 2013 has been the bestselling sourcebook for collectors. Reflecting the current skyrocketing prices of gold and silver,……続きを見る
The third volume in a set of eight that comprises an alphabetical listing of the over 166,000 post offices that have ever operated in the 50 United states from 1776 to date. The listing for each off……続きを見る
The second volume in a set of eight that comprises an alphabetical listing of the over 166,000 post offices that have ever operated in the 50 United states from 1776 to date. The listing for each of……続きを見る
Nearly 150 years after his death, Abraham Lincoln consistently ranks at or near the top of every poll of America's best, most admired, or most popular president ever. The U.S. Mint will issue four n……続きを見る
The first volume in a set of eight that comprises an alphabetical listing of the over 166,000 post offices that have ever operated in the 50 United states from 1776 to date. The listing for each off……続きを見る
Award-winning author and historian Q. David Bowers explores the fascinating world of "obsolete currency" - the colorful, ornate paper money that first circulated in the 13 colonies and served Americ……続きを見る
At the dawn of the age of air mail communications, the US Post Office Department forged new alliances with European air lines that would enable Americans to speed up delivery of their mail to and fr……続きを見る
No less an expert than John M. Mercantiーthe designer of the American Silver Eagle’s reverseーshares his unique insight and perspective on these beautiful pieces of Americana. To create this book, M……続きを見る
The Guide Book of Washington and State Quartersーthe most recent addition to Whitman’s Bowers Series of numismatic booksーis an in-depth study of our nation’s most popular modern coin. It features t……続きを見る
The seventh volume in a set of eight that comprises an alphabetical listing of the over 166,000 post offices that have ever operated in the 50 United states from 1776 to date. The listing for each o……続きを見る
Civil War tokens are tangible reminders of American history. These small, cent-sized tokens served as emergency “money” during the small-change shortage of 1862–1865. Today they are highly collectib……続きを見る
Americans love to collect the big Morgan silver dollar! No other coin conjures up so much of the romance and history of the United States. In this third edition of his bestselling book, noted numism……続きを見る
Coins have been struck by hundreds of kingdoms and other communities, in many metals, shapes, and sizes. In North America, people have used coins since colonial times, and the United States governme……続きを見る
Of special interest to coin and bill collectors, as well as history buffs and students, is this clear, concise and intriguing explanation of the various coins and currencies used in Canada between 1……続きを見る
This comprehensive and easy-to-use guide provides the official American Numismatic Association grading standards for every United States coin minted since 1793. Beginners, advanced collectors, and d……続きを見る
Few Books have taken the coin-collecting community by storm like the Cherrypicker's Guide to Rare Die Varieties. This handy book tells you how to cherrypick rare coins - how to examine a collection ……続きを見る
The Official Blue Book of United States Coins 2011. This guide features grading and collecting tips, mintage records, historical information, and data compiled by more than 50 coin-elite contributor……続きを見る
