By Michael S. Fey PhD; Jeff Oxman

If you are an advanced collector of Morgan and Peace silver dollars, or just want to learn more about how to identify, buy, and sell rare silver dollar varieties, this is the book for you. There are silver dollars that in many cases are several times rarer than the keys dates to the Morgan and/or Peace silver dollar series (i.e., 1893-S or 1934-S), but can be “cherrypicked” for common silver dollar prices, or purchased for far less than the key dates. If you, like many, believe these VAM designated coins will appreciate at a much faster rate than the traditional keys to each series, you too can “VAM IT!” and find a fortune using this book.

With this little pocket guidebook you will learn:

* Which are the rarest, most popular and desirable Morgan Dollar varieties-The VAM Keys.
* How to quickly and easily identify rare Morgan dollar varieties in your collection, in your dealer’s case, or at coin shows.
* How much rare die varieties are worth as compared to the price for common coins with the same date, mintmark and grade.
* Whether your coin is among the finest known, and an estimate of its rarity-the number of extant pieces thought to exist.

Binding: Spiral
Edition: 4th
Publication Date: September 2009
Size: 3.75×6
Pages: 202

Available at Wizard Coin Supply

The Guide Book of the Official Red Book of United States Coins offers a history of coin price guides, leading up to the best-selling numismatic reference of all time: the legendary “Red Book.” Longtime collector Frank J. Colletti explores the foundation laid by R.S. Yeoman, and then studies each Red Book issued since 1946.

Regular editions, special editions, authorized editions, and errors are all examined in detail. Colletti tells what to look for and how to build and care for a collection of Red Books. He discusses Red Book – related medals and other collectibles. Kenneth Bressett, Q. David Bowers, and other numismatists offer their personal recollections of the famous coin reference guide that has sold more than 22 million copies.
Binding: Paperback

Edition: 1st
Publication Date: March 2009
Size: 6×9
Pages: 304

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The Official Red Book®—A Guide Book of United States Coins—enters its 63rd year with no sign of slowing down! Americans nation-wide look to this “one-volume library” to tell them how rare their coins are and how much they’re worth. Collectors rely on it for its full-color photographs and detailed technical data.

The Red Book covers the history and values of colonial and early American coins, half cents through silver dollars and gold, commemoratives, Proof and Mint sets, errors, Civil War tokens, territorial gold, state quarters, presidential dollars, and other U.S. coins, with essays on Counterfeits, grading, investing, auctions, and more.

Pricing for more than 6,000 individual coins More than 700 full–color photographs Updated values, mintages, and auction records Expanded coverage of commemoratives, sets, and other coins New state quarters and Presidential dollars First Spouses gold bullion coins 24k gold American Buffalo bullion coins.

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World’s Greatest Mint Errors is an enjoyable resource packed full of some of the most dramatic, rare and extraordinary mint errors and die trials ever assembled in one publication.

This book combines stunning imagery with the most accurate information available to provide anyone interested in mint errors with the latest information on mint error coins from the United States and around the world. Hundreds of spectacular mint errors are pictured. Each error coin photo is presented in full color, and enlarged to enhance the smallest details. Some of the error coins featured in this book have never been seen by the public before, and each is described in great detail as to the type of error, the assigned grade, rarity and estimated value.

· First published book on mint errors that accurately lists retail values.
· Accessible to any coin collector or numismatist, regardless of experience.
· Up to date with the latest information on new discoveries and new types of errors.
· Hundreds of rare, expensive, and famous coins to excite all collectors.
· Will educate and raise awareness in this fascinating area of numismatics.

The release of World’s Greatest Mint Errors will ignite an interest in non-collectors and advanced collectors alike. This book is a must have for every numismatic library!

Releasing on May 15th, look for copies of World’s Greatest Mint Errors at your local coin shop, or visit www.amazon.com. You can also order from Zyrus Press by mailing to PO Box 17810, Irvine, California 92623, calling (888) 622-7823, or online at www.zyruspress.com.

By Q. David Bowers with foreword by David Akers.

A Guide Book of United States Gold Dollars is the latest entry in Whitman’s Bowers Series.

It includes a chronicle of the nation’s smallest gold coin; an inside look at mints and the minting process; discussion of Proofs; advice on collecting gold dollars; tips on how to be a smart buyer.

• full-color illustrations
• a coin-by-coin study of Type I, Type II, and Type III gold dollars
• valuations and population data

Includes an appendix of record auction prices; a selected bibliography; and more – all written in an engaging and informative style.

Full Color, 6×9 Softcover, 288 Pages, Fully Indexed.

Available through Whitman Publishing Web Site - Price: $19.95

Part of the “Strategy Guide” series, this book is the perfect tool for the collector or investor of Walking Liberty Half Dollars. Jeff Ambio presents his seasoned knowledge and insightful tips for the most beneficial collecting and investing tactics. Ambio’s work on Walking Liberty Half Dollars is one of a kind — the only book available on the subject — and offers a complete and up-to-date guide to smart collecting and investing Walking Liberty Halves.

This book consists of detailed analyses of each Business Strike from 1916-1947 and Proof Issues from 1936-1942. Strike, luster, rarity analysis, pricing data, prices realized and significant examples are examined and each coin is imaged in a high-resolution format for sharp detailed photos.

Price: $29.95 from the publisher – Zyrus Press

FREE SHIPPING if you pre-order this book before June 1st! Order online now or call (888) 622-7823 to reserve your copy today!

* ISBN-10: 1-933990-17-1
* ISBN-13: 978-1-933990-17-0
* Edition: 1
* Publication Year: June 2008
* Binding / Size: Paperback 7×10
* Photos / Illustrations: 150 B&W images
* Pages: 200