The Comprehensive Catalog of U. S. Paper Money (Revised)

gene-hessler

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Readers will find illustrations of heretofore unknown national bank circulating notes and literally hundreds of other new pieces.  Turning every page of this new book brings a pleasant surprise; one cannot help but be thrilled by the illustrations throughout.  The preliminary sketches of notes which were issued allow the reader to see the artistry and craftsmanship involved in paper money production.  Looking at the incomplete and even complete but unissued designs, one can imagine the disappointment which must have been felt by the artist when his creation was rejected.  Now these great pieces can be appreciated for what they are-part of the national heritage.  The book includes many other features of interest to novice or at banks to collectors and students.  The introductory material places the issues in perspective with the Time &Technology.  Though all of the pieces described are rare and many exists only in institutions, others have been traded in the numismatic marketplace; Hessler has searched sales records indicating the prices at which the various pieces have sold.  This volume is the most complete single volume reference on the paper money of the United States.  It is far more than a priced catalog though it fulfills this function completely.  It also outlines the development of the various paper money issues from colonial times through the present.  More than 700 illustrations bring life to the more than 1800 listings.  Helpful information is also included concerning the production of paper money and assembling a paper money collection.  Since the first edition in 1974 this book has become recognized as one of the best paper money references.  It has been praised by collectors and non collectors alike.  All in all it is the perfect book for serious collectors and casual readers.

The Comprehensive Catalog of U.S. Paper Money

BNR Press

The Comprehensive Catalog of U. S. Paper Money

B N R Press

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With most of the 700 illustrations in color, The International Engraver's Line is another feast for the eyes from the author. This 392-page compilation of the lives and work of world security engravers from the 1700s to the issuance of the Euro documents the era of hand engraving that is coming to an end. Computer programs are replacing these artists. Mr. Hessler has spent over 15 years on this monumental achievement. He has been in touch with engravers from all over the world in an attempt to attribute their bank note work. Some elderly engravers have since passed on after they related personal information to the author about themselves, their colleagues and predecessors. The historic information in The International Engraver's Line cannot be found anywhere else. This is the definitive book on the subject. Albrecht Duerer established line engraving as a genre in the 16th century. Later, this art form was adopted and perfected for bank notes, securities and postage stamps. The pages of this fascinating and colorful book are devoted to the lives and the work of the men and women throughout the world, except those in the United States, who have engraved and designed images on paper money that have been used to purchase trinkets and treasures. (Security artists who worked in America have been documented in The Engraver's Line, also available from the author for $85.) In addition you will find engravers of postage stamps. Many of these miniature works of art, bank notes, listed by Pick numbers and postage stamps, listed by Scott numbers have become treasures in the hands of collectors. Many of the artists who are documented here, especially engravers of bank notes, have received no other recognition anywhere. Their employers often forbade them to discuss their work in the "outside world."?

The International Engraver's Line

Gene Hessler

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