Inside the Rare Coin Market: Secrets to Being a Buyer draws on more than six decades of experience from legendary numismatist Q. David Bowers—collector, dealer, researcher, and past president of the American Numismatic Association. In this engaging and practical guide, Bowers reveals how successful buyers think, offering insight into building meaningful coin collections at any level, whether for personal enjoyment, long-term investment, or a deeper connection to history, art, and commerce.
Through clear explanations, real-world examples, and proven strategies, readers learn how to evaluate coins, navigate the marketplace, avoid common pitfalls, and make confident buying decisions. Richly illustrated and filled with case studies and personal reflections, the book showcases Bowers’s trademark storytelling and teaching style, making complex concepts approachable and enjoyable.
Designed as a natural next step for collectors who already own Kenneth Bressett’s Coin Collecting: An Introduction to the World of Numismatics and the Official Red Book®, this volume helps readers move from fundamentals to informed participation in the market.
Inside the Rare Coin Market is one of several titles to be rebranded under the new Collector Series™—your essential gateway into the fascinating world of collecting. This series provides comprehensive, up-to-date guidance on identifying, valuing, and caring for coins. Authored by industry experts, each book ensures enthusiasts can maximize both their enjoyment and investment.
