A Guide Book of the United States Mint - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook A Guide Book of the United States Mint write by Q. David Bowers. This book was released on 2016-10-25. A Guide Book of the United States Mint available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. The U.S. Mint is the source of the little copper, silver, and gold objects of material culture and value that numismatists collect, study, and catalog. It is the sole manufacturer of the nation's legal-tender coinage, and its products are used every day by millions of Americans nationwide. As a repository its facilities safeguard more than $300 billion in national assets. It employs nearly 2,000 people, including its own police force. This unique book unearths a treasure trove of numismatic knowledge, including the history of the Philadelphia Mint and every Mint branch, plus private and territorial mints; information on historical and modern minting procedures; a study and price guide of historic medals and other collectibles commemorating the Mint; data on every director of the Mint and superintendents for every branch; and illustrated behind-the-scenes looks at the modern Mint and its facilities.
A Guide Book of United States Type Coins
A Guide Book of United States Type Coins - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook A Guide Book of United States Type Coins write by Q. David Bowers. This book was released on 2008. A Guide Book of United States Type Coins available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. 2nd Edition. This comprehensive 288-page full-color book details how to begin the ideal numismatic pursuit: a collection of United States coins by type. Major updates to the 2nd edition are: new market values, new certified-coin population data, updated "Market Price Performance" charts, new coins, new section on "Great Collectors and Collections of the Past", new historical illustrations, updated auction records and a bullion-value chart. Whether you decide to collect from the beginning of United States coins in the late 1700s, or if you choose coins from the 1800s and 1900s, this book will provide you the reference tools you need: mintages, grades, collecting tips, prices, and more, all in one essential historical reference and price guide. Author: Q. David Bowers
History of the United States Mint and Its Coinage
History of the United States Mint and Its Coinage - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook History of the United States Mint and Its Coinage write by David W. Lange. This book was released on 2006. History of the United States Mint and Its Coinage available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. In conjunction with the American Numismatic Association, author David W. Lange and researcher Mary Jo Meade present a fascinating look into the history of the United States Mint. From its roots in the pre-colonial eras, through independence and confederation, the intriques, tribulations, and triumphs of the 1800's, and into the modern day-through war, peace, famine, earthquakes, gold rushes, good times and bad-we follow the twists and turns of one of the federal government's most intriguing bureaus. This hard cover book features vintage photographs and documents throughout. Hundreds of enlarged, high-detailed images of American coins, tokens, medals and much more to enjoy!
A Guide Book of Modern United States Proof Coin Sets
A Guide Book of Modern United States Proof Coin Sets - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook A Guide Book of Modern United States Proof Coin Sets write by David W. Lange. This book was released on 2005. A Guide Book of Modern United States Proof Coin Sets available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Proof sets offer the collector a chance to enjoy United States coins at their finest. It's no wonder they've reached new heights of popularity in recent years. In this detailed book, numismatic writer David W. Lange offers a definitive history of the United States Mint's Proof sets. They're all here, from the vintage years of 1936 to 1942, through the classic years of 1950 to 1964, the Special Mint Sets of 1965 to 1967, modern sets of 1968 to 1998, and the 50 State Quarters Proof Sets starting in 1999. Book jacket.
A Guide Book of United States Tokens and Medals
A Guide Book of United States Tokens and Medals - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook A Guide Book of United States Tokens and Medals write by Katherine Jaeger. This book was released on 2008. A Guide Book of United States Tokens and Medals available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. As long as Americans have collected our nation's coins, we have also collected its rich variety of tokens and medals. The Guide Book of United States Tokens and Medals is a fascinating study of these popular pieces of American history.
