Affordably and effectively stay atop the intensely active world coins market with this go-to guide. The streamlined layout of this reference provides access to nearly 25,000 coin prices of circulating coins from 1901 to the present, 20,000 high-quality photos for accurate identification, completely analyzed and updated prices, and a bonus DVD with image enlargement capabilities. Learn to stay in the know and make the most of every coin collecting opportunity with this coin reference in hand.

Author: Thomas Michael, George Cuhaj
Paperback: 1008 pages
Company: Krause Publications (2008-09-15)
ISBN: 0896897133
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An up-to-date, comprehensive guide that explains everything a new collector needs to know.

Kenneth Bressett, the former president of the American Numismatic Association, has written a clear, detailed guide that gives an insider's view of the fascinating world of coin collecting.

Learn about:
--How to get started in the hobby
--Mint marks, varieties, and what makes coins valuable
--How to care for your collection
--How to grade and price coins
--Where and how to find valuable coins
--How to identify counterfeit and altered coins
--Unusual coins, tokens, and medals

Author: Kenneth E. Bressett
Paperback: 246 pages ISBN13: 9780307480088, BUY WITH CONFIDENCE, Over one million books sold! 98% Positive feedback. Compare our books, prices and service to the competition. 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed
Company: St. Martin's Press (2003-09)
ISBN: 0307480089
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An all-new deluxe coin kit with all the products necessary to begin and enjoy collecting coins.

Author: Whitman Coin Book and Supplies, Whitman Coin Products
Paperback:
Company: Whitman Coin Products (1999-12)
ISBN: 1582380708
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-Covers an extremely popular segment of the $5.4 billion numismatics industry

-Less expensive alternative to larger coin references offering the same accuracy

-Addresses substantial forward movement in coin market

Coin collectors are discovering significant changes in the coin world, and Collecting World Coins is the one book that easily and accurately explains recent trends, and demonstrates in its 25,000 price listings how changes affect collectible coins. This book gives collector's access to all world coins, including current Euro coinage, as well as:

-U.S. 50 state quarter releases

-Bi-metallic and tri-metallic coins

-New coins of the former Russian Federation states

-New monetary systems from war-torn nations such as Afghanistan and Iraq

-New issues from many African nations

With all the corners of the world covered, collectors of 20th century coins are sure to find their favorites in this tried-and-true resource.

Paperback: 936 pages ISBN13: 9780896893597, Condition: USED - VERY GOOD, Notes:
Company: Krause Publications (2006-08-01)
ISBN: 0896893596
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This hardcover book is a comprehensive insider's look at not only rare coins, but also tokens, medals, and paper money. At 34 chapters and nearly 700 pages, it covers everything from grading to determining values to techniques of smart auction bidding. More than 1,300 photographs and illustrations, both black and white and in full-color galleries, complement the text, showing the people, places, and coins described. Bowers' engaging case studies, strategies, and insider tips make the book an invaluable "how to" for today's marketplace. Chapters are devoted to copper, nickel, silver, and gold coins; dynamics of the coin market; fads, trends, cycles, and predictions; conserving and protecting your collection; how to be a smart seller; and more.

Author: Q. David Bowers
Paperback: 655 pages ISBN13: 9780794821784, Condition: NEW, Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark., Click here to view our Condition Guide and Shipping Prices
Company: Whitman Publishing (2006-06-30)
ISBN: 0794821782
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Can’t make heads or tails out of coin collecting? You need Coin Collecting For Dummies, 2nd Edition, the treasure trove on information on numismatics. This hands-on guide escorts you through the world’s oldest hobby, helping you decide which type of coins you want to collect, keep your collection in mint condition, buy and sell coins on the Internet, find interesting coin shows to attend, and assemble and diversify a great collection.

The purpose of this fun, easy-to-access guide is to turn you into a world-class coin collector in as little time as possible. You’ll learn what coins can teach you about history and geography, develop organizational and observational skills, and learn to use analytical tools, all without event thinking about it. And you’ll learn the basics about ancient coins, U.S. coins, world coins, and the wild-and-wooly stuff that really gets your numismatic juices flowing. Discover how to: Start your collection correctly Evaluate coins using age, condition, rarity, and more Buy interesting coins without breaking the bank Locate rare and expensive coins Get savvy about avoiding fakes Get the whole family involved in your collection Develop a buying strategy Clean and handle coins safely Keep your collection secure at home and on the road Investigate tokens, medals, and miscellaneous coins Create complete collections of copper, nickel, silver, or gold U.S. coins

When it comes to numismatics, Coin Collecting For Dummies, 2nd Edition is right on the money!

Author: Neil S. Berman, Ron Guth
Paperback: 384 pages ISBN13: 9780470222751, Condition: USED - ACCEPTABLE, Notes:
Company: For Dummies (2008-01-03)
ISBN: 0470222751
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The Presidential One Dollar Coin Act of 2005 was passed to honor those who have served the US as Commander in Chief. You can share a piece of this history by starting your own coin collection! Four coins are issued each year (beginning in 2007.)

This sturdy folder contains storage for all coins that are and will be issued, as well as a full-color, 64 page book of presidential knowledge and trivia. Packed with biographical and political facts about 41 men who have shaped and changed the history of our country.

Test your knowledge while building your collection:

- Who founded the Peace Corps?

- Who hosted dinner in his bedroom slippers?

- Which president was the first to appear on television?

- Who had a mechanical horse installed in the White House?

Author: Tammi Salzano
Paperback: 64 pages ISBN13: 9780545038140, Condition: NEW, Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark., Click here to view our Condition Guide and Shipping Prices
Company: Tangerine Press (2007-10-01)
ISBN: 0545038146
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This handy guide is the essential tool for novice and intermediate coin collectors! First-time collectors gain valuable basics for a lifetime of enjoyable and successful collecting, while experienced collectors discover new tips to hone their skills.

Coin Collecting 101 covers the essentials of coin collecting at an affordable price collectors will love. This fully illustrated and indexed guide is an easy read for all ages, with all the details needed for skilled collecting. Grading, errors, current market factors, and glossary of terms are covered in chapters including How To Get Started, How does Coin Grading Work, Determining Coin Values, and Buying Coins on the Internet. Edited by one of the foremost authorities in numismatics, this supreme resource features the benefits of true experience and research.

-Fully illustrated for easy identification

-Features a portable size for taking to shows

-Affordable price

Paperback: 272 pages
Company: Krause Publications (2005-11-06)
ISBN: 0896891828
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There's no mistaking the purpose of this book, or the opportunities it may provide you with. This reference contains deep market analysis of popular rare U.S. coins minted in the last century, with advice and alternative collecting and investing options for you to use, plus answers to common collecting questions and concerns including: How do I start investing in coins? Which types of coins are the easiest to buy and sell? What coins have become top performers in collecting over the last 50 years? This book breaks down coin collecting into understandable and applicable steps that can lead to lucrative investments.

Author: David L Ganz
Paperback: 272 pages ISBN13: 9780896896291, Condition: NEW, Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark., Click here to view our Condition Guide and Shipping Prices
Company: Krause Publications (2008-08-04)
ISBN: 0896896293
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NEW REVISED EDITION! Newly updated to include Presidential $1 coins and Westward Journey nickels! A colorful, kid-friendly book to introduce children to a lifelong hobby, Coin Collecting for Kids encourages children to search for, save, and learn all about many different U.S. coins. Take a tour through the mint and save pennies from four different decades while learning about how coins are made. Slots on every page let kids collect birth-year coins, millennium coins, and twentieth-century coins. Lastly, a gatefold spread will accommodate all 50 wildly popular statehood quarters. Organized by release year, each slot lists the state's nickname, motto, flower, and bird.

Author: Steve Otfinoski
Board book: 12 pages Kid-friendly introduction to a lifelong hobby of coin collecting, Encourages children to search for, save and learn about all kinds of U.S. coins, Take a tour through the mint and save pennies from 4 decades, Learn how coins are made, Slots on every page let kids collect birth-year coins, millennium coins, statehood quarters and twentieth-century coins
Company: Innovative Kids (2007-09-01)
ISBN: 1584766247
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COINS covers market trends, buying tips, and historical perspectives on all aspects of numismatics. The news section, "Bits and Pieces," wraps up the latest happenings in numismatics. Regular columns and departments include "Basics & Beyond," "Budget Buyer," "Coin Clinic" (Q&A), the editor's column, coin finds, a calendar of upcoming shows nationwide, "Coin Value Guide" and "Market Watch."

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Company: F&W Publications
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Recognized as the leading authority on world coins. Reports on new issues, market trends and other coin news from around the world, along with features by some of the top experts in the field.

Magazine: Magazine Subscription
Company: Krause Publications Inc
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The BCW 3 Inch Album is designed for durability; and will last for years.

Toy: Holds up to 50 Protective Pages, Heavy Duty D Ring, Works great with BCW 20 pocket pages, Allows for storage of 1,000 coins, Pages Sold Separately
Company: BCW
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This is the Fifty State Commemorative Quarter Folder Deluxe Edition 1999-2008. / Display your Statehood Quarter collection from all fifty states / and both mints with this four panel folder. / / FEATURES: Has holes for all fifty states from the Denver and Philadelphia / mints for the years 1999-2008. / Four panel opening design may be displayed on any flat surface. / / INCLUDES: One Statehood Quarters 1999-2008 Coin Folder Deluxe Edition. / Two Statehood Quarter description sheets. / / REQUIRES: Pressing each coin into correct hole. / / SPECS: Width: 7" (177mm) / Height: 9-7/16" (239mm) / Width when fully opened: 28-3/4" (730mm) / JXS 3/22/01 / ir/jl

Toy: Holds State Series Quarters 1999-2008, Slots for both Philadelphia and Denver Mints, A total of 120 openings
Company: Whitman Coins
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The BCW 20-Pocket page is made from high clarity Double polished clear vinyl and is Designed for storing coins or slides. Features pocket thumb cuts for easy extraction of flips or slides. The BCW 20-Pocket pages fit all standard 3-ring binders and albums. Use the 20 pocket page to protect store or display your collectible coins or slides.

Toy: Up to 20- 2 X 2 Cards- Coins or Photo Slides, Made of heavy- duty Vinyl - Strong Welds - Pocket 2 x 2, Thumb Cut Pockets for easy removal - - Page Dimensions: 11 1/4 x 9 3/16, COIN Albums & Portfolios Sold Separately ... Don't forget the Albums .., Made in USA
Company: BCW
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BCW or Ultra Pro Brand - The 20 (Twenty) count pack features our high quality polypropylene Pro 20-Pocket Page. It's just the right size to start your album and add pages without buying a entire box! Please look for Ding Ring Collecting 3 Inch Album (Single) - COIN ALBUM (Sold Separately --------- The BCW Pro 20-Pocket page is an acid free archival quality product that is perfect for storing coins or slides. This product features high clarity and top loading pockets with strong welds. BCW Pro 20-Pocket pages fit most standard 3-ring binders and albums. Use the 20 pocket page to protect store or dispaly your collectible coins or slides.

Toy: 20 (Twenty) 9 Pocket Pages - Pro 20-Pocket Page, Holds 20- 2 X 2 Cards- Pogs or Photo Slides - NO PVC, Don't forget the Albums .... BCW 3 Inch Album (Single), COIN Albums & Portfolios Sold Separately ..., The 25 (Twenty Five) count pack features our high quality polypropylene 9-pocket pages.
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COLLECT BOTH THE PHILADELPHIA AND THE DENVER MINT STATEHOOD QUARTERS INCLUDING THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA AND US TERRITORIES. CHOCKING HAZARD - CONTAINS SMALL PARTS - NOT FOR CHILDREN UNDER 3

Toy: collect state hood quarters from both the phily and denver mints!, includes the district of columbia and territorial quarters
Company: WHITMAN
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The year 2004 marked the 200th anniversary of the Lewis and Clark expedition. Here we honor this voyage with a unique collection of Gold Plated Commemorative Nickels, a Sacagawea Dollar and an original Red Seal $2 US Note, all in a custom display billfold

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Company: First Commemorative Mint
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BCW - The 20 (Twenty) count pack features our high quality polypropylene Pro 3-Pocket Currency Page. It's just the right size to start your album and add pages without buying a entire box! Please look for Ding Ring Collecting 3 Inch Album (Single) - COIN ALBUM (Sold Separately --------- The BCW Pro 3-Pocket Currency page is an acid free, archival quality product that is perfect for storing 3 1/2 x 8 currency. This product features high clarity and top loading pockets with strong welds. BCW Pro 3-Pocket pages fit all standard 3-ring binders and albums. Use the 3 pocket page to protect, store or dispaly your currency.

Toy: 20 (Twenty Pages) - BCW Pro 3-Pocket Currency Storage Page, Holds 3 - 3 1/2 X 8 Currency Billsor Photos - NO PVC, Don't forget the Albums .... BCW 3 Inch Album (Single), COIN Albums & Portfolios Sold Separately ..., Look for the NEW 4 Pocket MODERN Currency Page (SOLD SEPARATELY)
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"COLLECT ALL THE STATE QUARTERS AND DISPLAY THEM ALL IN THE MAP. INCLUDES THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, PUERTO RICO, THE US VIRGIN ISLANDS, GUAM, AMERICA SAMOA AND THE NORTHERN MARIANA ISLANDS. CHOCKING HAZARD - CONTAINS SMALL PARTS - NOT FOR CHILDREN UNDER 3"

Toy: Whitman Coins State Quarters Collector's Map, WHC
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Imagine the fun of opening your own banker's bag filled with at least 30 old and fascinating coins! You'll uncover lots of Pure Copper Wheat Ear Pennies, World War II coins, and even a Silver Mercury Dime. You may even find a Buffalo Nickel or a Silver Jefferson Wartime Nickel, or both!

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The BCW Pro 20-Pocket page is an acid free archival quality product that is perfect for storing coins or slides. This product features high clarity and top loading pockets with strong welds. BCW Pro 20-Pocket pages fit most standard 3-ring binders and albums. Use the 20 pocket page to protect store or dispaly your collectible coins or slides.

Toy: Holds 20- 2 X 2 Cards- Pogs or Photo Slides, Made of Heavyweight Polypropylene, Strong Welds, No PVC, Made in USA
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