U.S. Gold Coins

Encyclopedia of U.S. Gold Coins 1795-1933 (2nd ed.) by Jeff Garrett and Ron Guth. Published 2008 by Whitman Publishing.

This comprehensive publication covers circulating, proof, commemorative and pattern coins from the earliest issues until gold coinage was halted by an executive order from President Franklin Roosevelt. In the foreword Dr. Richard Doty, Senior Curator of Numismatics at the Smithsonian Institution, states that the authors "have written a remarkably strong book, nothing less than the standard guide to United States gold coinage for the foreseeable future." Many of the coins pictured are from the Smithsonian's incomparable National Numismatic Collection.  636 pages with hundreds of color photographs.

Encyclopedia of U.S. Gold Coins 1795-1933 (2nd ed.), Hard bound, ISBN 978-079482254-5. Regularly $69.95, Our Price $55.95

A Guide Book of Gold Dollars by Q. David Bowers. Published 2008 by Whitman Publishing.

The smallest federally issued U.S. gold coins are fascinating and highly collectable. Prolific numismatic author Dave Bowers tells the how the history of the nation shaped the coin's design and production, as well as the effects the Gold Rush, the Civil War, political controversy, monetary crises and more had on the coinage. Valuable information includes mintages, existing populations, how to grade, values, auction records, keys to collecting and more. Learn how to evaluate quality, determine value, understand the market and make good buys. 279 pages with hundreds of full color photographs.

A Guide Book of Gold Dollars, Soft bound, ISBN 978-079482664-2. Regularly $19.95, Our Price $15.95

The United States $3 Gold Pieces 1854-1889 by Q. David Bowers with Douglas Winter. Published 2005 by American Numismatic Rarities.

Drawing on extensive experience as professional numismatists and specific expertise in U.S. gold coins, authors Dave Bowers and Doug Winter present up-to-date historical, market, rarity and other info about this intriguing denomination. The impetus for this book is the remarkable collection of Richard Jewell, which is being offered at auction during 2005 and has provided many of the coins depicted in high quality color photographs along with rarity, mintage and research info for each date. 176 pages.

The United States $3 Gold Pieces 1854-1889, Hard bound, autographed by the authors, ISBN 0-9765313-0-5. Regularly $59.95, Our Price: $48.95

A Guide Book of Double Eagle Gold Coins by Q. David Bowers. Published 2004 by Whitman Publishing.

Part of Whitman Publishing's "Official Red Book" series, this new work explores the largest denomination coins ever issued for general circulation by the U.S. government. In typical Bowers' style, it's loaded with interesting background and historical info on everything from the discovery of gold deposits, how and where the coins were made, the major designs and more subtle changes to them over the course of time, how they have since been (and are now) collected, and many of the personalities involved.

A date by date analysis provides information on pricing and population in numerous grades, as well as striking characteristics, mintage and distribution, and die varieties. 288 pages.

A Guide Book of Double Eagle Gold Coins, Soft bound, ISBN 0-79481-784-X. Regularly $16.95, Our Price: $13.95

A Handbook of 20th Century United States Gold Coins 1907-1933 (2nd ed.) by David W. Akers. Published 2008 by Zyrus Press.

The renowned publication by Mr. Akers has been revised and expanded for the 2nd edition by professional numismatist Jeff Ambio. The classic designs for the quarter eagle and half eagle by Bela Lyon Pratt and for the eagle and double eagle by Augustus Saint-Gaudens are featured in a date and mintmark survey, complimented by full color obverse and reverse images. Each coin is broken down by strike, luster, color, surface, eye appeal, rarity and population. Also included in the 2nd edition is new information about proof gold coins. 363 pages.

A Handbook of 20th Century United States Gold Coins 1907-1933 (2nd ed.), Soft bound, ISBN 978-1-933990-14-9. Regularly $34.95, Our Price: $25.95

The Harry W. Bass, Jr. Museum Sylloge by Q. David Bowers. Published 2001 by the Harry W. Bass, Jr. Foundation.

Mr. Bass assembled the finest and most complete collection of early United States gold coins, the core of which is presently housed at the American Numismatic Association's Money Museum. This outstanding work presents an interesting biography of the man, a chronology of U.S. gold coins, and detailed descriptions of the collection, complete with high quality color photographs. Collectors of U.S. gold coins will want this book in their personal libraries. 499 pages.

The Harry W. Bass, Jr. Museum Sylloge, Hard bound, ISBN 0-943161-88-6. Regularly $89.00, Our Price: $69.95

Collecting & Investing Strategies for United States Gold Coins by Jeff Ambio. Published 2008 by Zyrus Press.

The initial installment of this series offers an expert's road map to smart collecting and investing in U.S. gold coins. Covering each regular gold issue from 1795 to 1933, author Jeff Ambio shares knowledge and insight gleaned from years of involvement with important coin auctions, researching and marketing rare coins, and interacting with influential dealers and numismatic professionals. His thorough approach includes information essential to building a high quality collection, including details on rarity, important coin attributes and vital pricing data. 343 pages with lots of full color photographs.

Collecting & Investing Strategies for United States Gold Coins, Soft bound, ISBN 978-1-933990-10-1. Regularly $34.95, Our Price: $25.95

Gold Coins of the Carson City Mint by Douglas Winter, edited by James L. Halperin. Published 2001 by IvyPress, Inc.

Author Doug Winter is regarded as one of the leading experts in the field of United States gold coins. This fine work covers the history of the Carson City, Nevada branch mint and provides a date by date analysis of the half eagles, eagles and double eagles struck there from 1870-93. Mintage, rarity, grading and other useful info are included, along with numerous high quality photographs. 201 pages.

Gold Coins of the Carson City Mint, Soft bound, ISBN 0-9651041-3-3. Regularly $25.00, Our Price: $19.95

Gold Coins of the Charlotte Mint 1838-1861 (3rd ed.) by Douglas Winter. Published 2008 by Zyrus Press.

The gold dollars, quarter eagles and half eagles produced by the Charlotte Mint are among the rarest and most sought after coins minted in the United States. In a format that is easy to follow, this book is the perfect tool for the casual and serious collector alike seeking to buy and sell Charlotte gold coins with knowledge and confidence. The third edition has been updated with the latest mintage figures, rarity rankings, significant pieces known and auction records and also includes a new die variety section. 196 pages with high resolution, full color photographs.

Gold Coins of the Charlotte Mint (3rd ed.), Soft bound, ISBN 978-1-933990-19-4. Regularly $39.95, Our Price: $29.95

Gold Coins of the Dahlonega Mint 1838-1861 (2nd ed.) by Douglas Winter. Published 2003 by Zyrus Press.

This book explores the rich history of the Dahlonega, Georgia branch mint and the rare gold dollars, quarter eagles, three dollars and half eagles struck there from 1838 to 1861. The second edition features extensively revised rarity estimates, new condition census information, updated prices realized at auctions, new information on die varieties, and more. 237 pages.

Gold Coins of the Dahlonega Mint 1838-1861 (2nd ed.), Hard bound, ISBN 0-9742371-0-8. Regularly $34.95, Our Price $25.95

Gold Coins of the New Orleans Mint 1838-1909 (2nd ed.) by Douglas Winter. Published 2006 by Zyrus Press.

During the 14 years since publication of the original edition, much new information has become available and the known populations of some New Orleans Mint gold coins have increased dramatically.  Author Doug Winter has extensively updated this standard reference on some of the most rare and desirable U.S. gold issues.  Information includes mintage, strike, surface characteristics, luster, coloration, eye appeal, significant varieties, overall and grade-specific rarity, and auction records for each issue.  The second edition also includes a new historical overview of the New Orleans Mint by Greg Lambousy, the Director of Collections of the Louisiana State Museum, and a chapter by David Ginsburg on how gold coins circulated in 19th century America. 237 pages.

Gold Coins of the New Orleans Mint 1838-1909 (2nd ed.), Soft bound, ISBN 0-9742371-6-7. Regularly $34.95, Our Price: $25.95