Author: Rick Tomaska
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 244

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Author: Rick Tomaska
Publisher: Whitman Publishing
ISBN: 9780794836665
Category : Coins, American
Languages : en
Pages : 0

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In A Guide Book of Franklin and Kennedy Half Dollars, Tomaska explores the rationales behind the coins' values, and gives added commentary on exceptional and highly toned specimens. Along the way, he explores transitions in Mint craftsmanship and reveals why Franklin and Kennedy half dollars represent the end of an era. Study the histories of these coins and of the statesmen they commemorate. Explore how Proof coins are made. Learn the inside story on how Proofs are graded. Enjoy the detailed, illustrated guide to "Full Bell Lines" Franklin halves.

Author: Q. David Bowers
Publisher: Whitman Publishing
ISBN: 9780794845292
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 0

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In A Guide Book of Franklin and Kennedy Half Dollars, Tomaska explores the rationales behind the coins' values, and gives added commentary on exceptional and highly toned specimens. Along the way, he explores transitions in Mint craftsmanship and reveals why Franklin and Kennedy half dollars represent the end of an era. Study the histories of these coins and of the statesmen they commemorate. Explore how Proof coins are made. Learn the inside story on how Proofs are graded. Enjoy the detailed, illustrated guide to "Full Bell Lines" Franklin halves.

Author: Rick Tomaska
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780794850500
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 0

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Author: Rick J. Tomaska
Publisher: Rick Tomaska
ISBN: 9780962857706
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 220

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Proof coins have always been highly prized by collectors, for whom they are minted. Intended to be the highest expression of the coin minter's art, the polished, jewel-like quality of proof coins give them an appearance that coins struck for commercial use cannot equal. This is the first book to offer an in-depth look at a fascinating era in US proof production. It features a detailed analysis of proof issues of every date & denomination, from Franklin & Kennedy half dollars thru Lincoln cents, during the 1950 to 1970 era, over 300 illustrations are included. Some of the finest proof coins known from this era were assembled & photographed, employing techniques which not only capture the beauty of these coins, but which also accurately portray the detail differences between the various dates. The book also examines the proof-making process, & compares proof-making during the 1950-1970 era to today. Information on grading & appraising of proof coinage is also included, & more. An excellent book for the novice & advanced collector interested in acquiring a reference book on a significant area of numismatic interest.

Author: Q. David Bowers
Publisher: Whitman Publishing
ISBN: 9780794836856
Category : Dollar, American (Coin)
Languages : en
Pages : 0

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Subtitle from cover: A complete history and price guide.

Author: Q. David Bowers
Publisher: Whitman Publishing
ISBN: 9780794843144
Category : Coins, American
Languages : en
Pages : 0

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A guide to dimes, quarters, and half dollars from the early twentieth century features market values, circulation numbers, each coin's history, and the minting process.

Author: Q. David Bowers
Publisher: Whitman Publishing
ISBN: 9780794843984
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 0

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Eisenhower, Susan B. Anthony, Saeagawea, Native American, and Presidential dollar coins are the modern versions of America's classic silver dollar. The U.S. Mint produces them by the millions, in innovative formats and with fascinating new designs every year. Hobbyists research their history, build visually appealing sets, compete in registries, and study errors and interesting the varieties. Author Q. David Bowers, the "Dean of American Numismatics," has visited each of the U.S. Mint's currently operating facilities and has interviewed their experts. He has gathered market analysis from specialist in each series, and to this research he adds more than 60 years of in-depth study of all aspects of American coin design, production, and distribution. This definitive reference book includes a study of earlier silver dollars (1794-1935); an overview of the American scene from 1971 to date, setting the cons in their historical context; and full coin-by-coin studies of Eisenhower, Anthony, Sacagawea, Native American, and Presidential dollars. Bowers augments this study with a richly illustrated catalog of modern dollar errors and a gallery of "what might gave been"-proposed Native American dollar designs. The book's scholarly value is further strengthened by the author's notes, a selected bibliography, and a full index. Book jacket.

Author: Q. David Bowers
Publisher: Whitman Publishing
ISBN: 9780794824532
Category : Coins
Languages : en
Pages : 0

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Civil War tokens are tangible reminders of America history. These small, cent-sized tokens served as emergency "money" during the small-change shortage of 1862-1865. Today they are highly collectible, and A Guide Book of Civil War Tokens elevates the collecting and study of these once-shunned imitation cents to a new level of scholarship and accessibility. Novice and experienced collectors alike, as well as history buffs and everyone interested in the Civil War, will find this volume a fascinating and indispensable reference. Inside, you'll find a wealth of information not in print in any other single source, along with: How to collect Civil War tokens and store cards, Detailed historical background, Valuations, Rarity ratings, More than 2,000 full-color photos, Legendary rarities; discussions of every known issuer; illustrations and descriptions of nearly every known die; and more Book jacket.

Author: Q. David Bowers
Publisher: Whitman Publishing
ISBN: 9780794844110
Category : Dollar, American (Coin)
Languages : en
Pages : 0

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Subtitle from cover: A complete history and price guide.