U.S. Gold Coins

Encyclopedia of U.S. Gold Coins 1795-1933 by Jeff Garrett and Ron Guth. Published 2006 by Whitman Publishing.

This comprehensive new 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, Hard bound, ISBN 079481765-3. Regularly $69.95, Our Price $55.95

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

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: $27.95

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 are explored in this recently updated work. 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 $27.95

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: $27.95

Private Gold Coins and Patterns of the United States by Donald H. Kagin, Ph.D. Published in 1981.

During the 19th century, as gold was discovered in Southern Appalachia, California, Utah, Oregon and Colorado, many private companies and individuals rushed in to fill the need for locally accepted forms of coinage.  Not merely a reference, this book captures the excitement of life on the frontier.  From rogues who took advantage of a chaotic situation to others, like the Mormons, who accounted for every grain of gold dust, the stories told by author Don Kagin make for fascinating reading. Also included is a comprehensive catalog of every known issue of gold privately coined in the United States. 406 pages.

Private Gold Coins and Patterns of the United States, Hard bound. Regularly $29.95, Our Price: $26.95

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