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About Whitman Publishing Whitman Publishing is the leading producer of numismatic reference books, supplies, and products to display and store coins and paper money. Our high-quality books educate readers in the rich, colorful history of American and world coinage, paper currency, tokens, and medals, and teach how to build great collections. Archival-quality Whitman folders, albums, cases, and other holders assist in keeping collectibles safe and allow them to be shown off to friends and family. Whitman is also the home of H.E. Harris postage stamp collecting supplies, including: albums, supplements, kits, books, and more.

Our Products Whitman Publishing has been in the numismatic and philatelic publishing field for almost 90 years. Our flagship titles have been the “Bibles” of the hobby since 1942 (the Blue Book) and 1946 (the Red Book). Whitman’s coin boards, folders, and albums have organized and displayed hundreds of thousands of coin collections for generations. Today we continue this long tradition with new products and publications, and the same dedication to accuracy, quality, innovations, and solid research. We design our products to appeal to all collectors for their personal collections or to be given as gifts to all ages.

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Inside the Rare Coin Market: Secrets to Being a Smart Buyer

$14.95
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0794845258
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Inside the Rare Coin Market: Secrets to Being a Smart Buyer

$14.95
SKU:
0794845258
Minimum Purchase:
1 unit
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Q. David Bowers shares more than 60 years of experience as a coin collector, professional dealer, published author or researcher, and past president of the American Numismatic Association. Learn how to build a meaningful and significant coin collection on any budget, for your own pleasure, for investment purposes, to share a fun hobby with your friends and family, and to explore history, art, commerce, technology, and many other areas of interest that are touched by coins.

This delightful volume is richly illustrated and features case studies and personal advice from one of the hobby's great storytellers and teachers.

As a companion to Kenneth Bressett's Whitman Guide to Coin Collecting: A Beginner's Guide to the World of Coins, it is intended for intermediate to advanced collectors, and for beginners who want to continue expanding their knowledge of the hobby.

1 Review

  • 5
    Smart coin buying

    Posted by Pete Cappola Jr on 19th Jul 2021

    I purchased this book because all of Mr Bowers books I've already bought have been very helpful with all the details given on specific subjects! He's knowledge is priceless for those looking for honest information! He tells it like it is!