At last, noted numismatic author Q. David Bowers has filled the
void for an up-to-date reference on U.S. commemorative coins.
Covering all commemorative issues from 1892 through 2007, Bowers
reviews events from initial concept to final
coinage and explains die preparation, the coining process,
mintages, Proof and assay coins, and distribution. He goes on to cover
ways to build your collection and gives advice on evaluating quality,
being a smart buyer, realities of the marketplace, certification,
population reports, registry sets, fair market pricing and more. 275
pages.
A Guide Book of United States Commemorative Coins.
Soft bound, ISBN 978-079482256-9. Regularly $19.95, Our Price: $15.95
The authors write that the purpose of
this book is to provide a capsule history, together with distribution
figures and other data, for commemorative silver and gold coins.
Commemoratives issued from 1892 through 1991 are covered. The book is a
good source of historical information on the coins, including their
issue prices and collector values at various intervals through 1990.
165
pages.
