There’s a special comfort in collecting, in surrounding yourself with familiar objects and building a store of assets. The allure of money is especially strong. Coins represent real value. The warmth of silver and the weight of gold are irresistible to some. Coins travel throughout the world and through time itself, representing and absorbing history as they pass from one person to the next. Oh the stories coins could tell if they only had voices. 
Coin-collecting is a relaxing and inexpensive (although it can be very expensive!) hobby. If you buy properly, coins can be an excellent place to park your money for a rainy day, and if you buy the right coins and the market improves, you may even be able to make a profit on your collection. In fact, numismatics (the fancy term for coin collecting) offers more riches than you may realize. This rewarding hobby also opens the door to some serious life skills, such as <ul>
<li>History</li> <li>Geography</li> <li>Observational skills</li> <li>Organizational skills</li> <li>Analytical tools.</li> </ul>
This book is designed to appeal to collectors at every level, from beginner to advanced. This is not a hardcore coin book; rather, Coin Collecting For Dummies is a great general reference that points you in different directions for further investigation. Perhaps the most important goal of this book is to get you excited – and to keep you excited – about coin collecting. Coin Collecting For Dummies covers all these topics and more: <ul>
<li>Deciding what to collect</li> <li>Storing your collection correctly</li> <li>Finding out about repaired, restored, and recolored coins</li> <li>Pricing world coins</li> <li>Finding a good coin dealer</li> <li>Buying at auction</li> <li>Understanding that condition equals value</li> <li>Exploring the wild side with rare, expensive, and esoteric coins</li> <li>Selling your coins</li> </ul>
No one needs coins, but if you decide to collect them, you certainly need this book. Coin collecting can sometimes be a confusing maze of choices sprinkled with little traps along the way. Sure, you can go it alone, but why not make your journey into numismatics a lot easier by picking the brain of an expert collector and learning from the mistakes of others.

Coin Collecting for Dummies

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Guth, Ron

Antiques & Collectibles

For Dummies

From the front flap pf this 636-page book: "'The Encyclopedia of U.S. Gold Coins 1795-1933' gives its readers a wealth of information on the nation's gold coinage, from tiny dollars to massive $50 half unions, from common coins struck by the U.S. Mint in record quantities to the super-rarities that few collector's will ever see in person. The authors combine many elements to offer a uniquely valuable reference book. The reader will benefit from their years of research; daily observation of the rare coin market; in-depth study of the National Numismatic Collection of the Smithsonian Institution; compilation of certified population data, auction records, and market values; and superb photography." And from the rear cover: "United States gold coins have seen a popularity boom in recent years. Thousands of new collectors have discovered their rich and fascinating history and appeal. Important collections locked away for decades, have come to light, and new research has provided collectors and investors with a wealth of information previously unavailable. There has never been a better time to explore the wonderful field of United States gold coinage and "The Encyclopedia of U.S. Gold Coins 1795-1933' is your passport to that exploration.

Encyclopedia of U.S. Gold Coins: 1795 - 1933, Circulating, Proof, Commemorative, and Pattern Issues

Garrett, Jeff

Whitman Pub Llc

Noted numismatists Ron Guth and Jeff Garrett have created a definitive work of American history. United States Coinage: A Study by Type invites the reader to peer into the heart and soul of America-to view snapshots of the life and ideals of its people-by examining the coins the nation has produced since 1792. Inside this hard cover book, you'll see the simple beginnings of the United States Mint, the growth and maturation of the nation during the 1800's, the staid designs of coins of the Industrial Era, the glory and excess of the early 1900's, and the hero-worship of recent years. Completely illustrated with full-color photos. Hardcover. 192 pages.

United States Coinage: A Study By Type

Jeff Garrett and Ron Guth's long awaited 2nd edition of the 100 Greatest U.S. Coins is now available! This award winning book has recently been updated with new coins, as well as information on perennial favorites. The 2nd edition includes coin valuations for 2004. It also features top coin auction prices realized, with detailed auction record information. This full-color, 120-page book is complete with photographs and illuminating stories about each of the top 100 coins. It's a "must have" for anyone interested in coins and their history in America. Actual size of book - H 12 1/2" x W 10 1/4" - 120 Pages - Fully Illustrated.

100 Greatest U.S. Coins

United States Gold Coins have seen a popularity boom in recent years. Thousands of new collectors have discovered their rich and fascinating history and appeal. Important collections, locked away for decades have come to light, and a new research has provided collectors and investors with a wealth of information previously unavailable. There has never been a better time to explore the wonderful field of United States gold coinage-and the Encyclopedia of U.S. Gold Coins 1795-1933 is your passport to that exploration. Actual size of book - H 11 1/4" x W 9" - 656 Pages - Fully Illustrated in Full Color.

Encyclopedia of US Gold Coins

WINNER of the BEST SPECIALIZED BOOK for Numismatic Investments: NLG Annual Writers' Competition for 2003. Provides an overview, analysis and history of proof and mint sets issued by the US Mint from 1936 to date.

United States Proof Sets and Mint Sets, 1936-2002

Gale, Bill

Zyrus Press

WINNER of the BEST SPECIALIZED BOOK for Numismatic Investments: NLG Annual Writers' Competition for 2003. Provides an overview, analysis and history of proof and mint sets issued by the US Mint  from 1936 to date.

United States Proof Sets and Mint Sets 1936-2002

New York Mint Ltd

The new second edition of Ron Guth's invaluable source of pricing for PCGS-graded German coins. Invaluable information for the serious collector of top-quality coins.

Auction Prices Realized for PCGS-graded German Coins - Second Edition, January 2011

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