Reviews (5)

Simply 18th century coins of the world for the world !
Certainly this is the book for 18th century coins, unless you are mainly interested in one country like the UK or France -- in that case you would find more information more attractively laid out, along with other centuries, elsewhere, usually more cheaply too. But for its coverage of the world, including hugely complicated countries like Gemany, Italy and India, it is unbeatable. This 3rd edition is an improvement over earlier editions, because more pictures (especially of the smaller coins) and more obscurities have been included.
As my collection slowly moves back in time
I need a guide so I just do not blindly pay big bucks for cute pictures. There are a lot of good guides and some more specific on particular eras and locations such as Westphalia. But as you do a coin search you are bound to run across something you are not familiar with and need a guide. This guide is a great place to start; it is easy to navigate and gives cursory information on particular locations and times surrounding the coin's production.
The best guide to world gold coins after year 1600
This is the best guide to world gold coins dated
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Reviews (8)

Everyone interested in coins should own this book!
And here in 2006 we have the 60th anniversary of what is commonly referred to as "The Red Book", which is of course a guidebook of US coins which encompasses state coinage such as Massachussets, New Jersey and the other colonies, gold coins from the American wild west as well as the Southern mints, pattern and experimental coinage and essentialy a basic guide that every coin collector, coin dealer, hobbyist and even part time student of coins cannot be without. Edited by one of the greats, Kenneth Bressett, this book also makes a great gift for that budding YN !( young Numismatist) As a professional coin dealer I recommend it!

Latest coin information here!
This latest (2007)publication by expert authors gives up-to-date+ values of coins.The color representations of coins is also helpful.The spiral binding allows one to hold the book open while examining one's collection coins with a glass and comparing with photos in the book.The history included with descriptions enlightens and enhances reader's knowledge of the coin of the land.Great book, recommended highly.

Guide book of U.S. Coins 2007 Red Book
As always very good could not ask for more ... Read more

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Reviews (22)

For mature coin collectors, not chldren
This coin folder was made in somber dark colors that lend themselves to serious coin collectors, not to children.I bought this folder for my daughter and have been very disappointed in the difficulty to get coins in using smaller fingers and children's muscle power.Also, after only two openings and closings, the glue started to release, letting the cardboard 'pages' separate.For an ongoing collection of quarters (many of which have yet to be minted and released), I foresee this being in pieces long before my daughters 'collection' is complete.If you are looking for something for your child to use, keep looking.This is not what you want or need.

Quarter Folder
My eight year old grandson thinks the quarter folder was just wonderful and has already filled more than half of it with quarters.This folder asks that you fill quarters from the different states with a D mint mark and a P mint mark.This makes the search more fun for the kids

Great ProductHard to find.
I have 3 different types of collector books for the Quarters. None are complete. This set is complete both the East and West Mints. You should buy one for each child, greandchild or greatgrandchild. These will make a great Christmas present for 2008. ... Read more

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I recommend you the last edition of World Coins
An excellent book as allways, recommended for people who collect, and/or sells/buy World Coins, A lot of improved images and list of prices. I would say this book is the STATE OF THE ART in World Coins catalog.
No price changes....
Here we go again...You might think that with the rise in the price of metals this year we would expect to see overall price evaluations in this latest edition of World Coins (The answer is NO, Krause Publishing figures that a re-designed cover qualifies as a 'new' addition). Save yourself some coin and purchase a used 32nd edition, which is basically identical except that with the 2006 ed. you also get coin listings of 2001 and up! You will now have to purchase another catalog for 'updated' 2001 and up coin pricing...Lazy and a rip. ... Read more

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The book I was waiting for
I was surprised when I bought the last 2007 World Coins, cause it only includes 1901 to 2000 coins and the title was a litle confusing. But NOW I can say that the waiting time is justified.
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Reviews (5)

Amazing guide not book
this is a very helpful and amazing book for any money collector, and I really happy with that book

A complete guide(BUT Not Attractive) , wrong picture of note
here some comments The standard in banknote collecting.
This book is the only comprehensive listing of bank note issues available, along with its sister books: Volume 1 for specialized issues and Vol 3 for newer issues.It would not be possible to be an informed collector withoutthese volumes.They inlcude photos of most of the notes, estimated valuesin three different grades as well as an excellent introduction to the hobbywith collecting tips, grading information, an invitation to join theInternational Bank Note Society, etc. ... Read more

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Over 11,000 notes in a comprehensive reference
Colin R. Bruce II and Neil Shafer's Standard Catalog Of World Paper Money Volumw 3 appears in its 7th edition to present the current values for modern issues from 1961-2001. Over 7,200 illustrations and new color plates accompany values for over 11,000 notes in a comprehensive reference which includes up to three condition grades. Weighty and invaluable.

No Colour (NOT ATTRACTIVE) BUT very complete guide
the paper money that shown in this book, doesn't have colour Many repeated errors, missing listings, text and valuations
This book is exactly as Editor writes: "Most comprehensive world paper money book AVAILABLE on modern issues...".Read more

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Reviews (13)

I HATE this thing!
This album is extremely attractive and informative and has storage space for a complete set of 100 quarters (both P and D mint marks for each state). Unfortunately, it's a nightmare to use.
Official U.S. 50 state quarters Complete 100 Hole collector's folder
It was as described and very promptly delivered.

Need a hammer
Now, I understand what those people mean by needing a hammer. Coins usually fall down when I close and re-open the book. But, I shouldn't complain much because the album is not expensive. It's just you get what you pay! ... Read more

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An Introductory Book From One of the Numismatic Greats
If you've ever considered coin collecting, or you've already gotten started and want to learn more, this is the single most important and easy-to-understand primer on numismatics.You'll find yourself referring back to this book again and again as your knowledge grows.If coin collecting becomes a passion for you, then consider the more in-depth texts by Guth.

Beginners book
This is a good book for young or beginning coin collectors. It is also a great tool for any coin collector to refer from time to time. The description of the book is accurate. Everybody has to start somewhere in their hobby of choice, and this is a great way to learn more about many different aspects of numismatics.

Highly Recommended!
For any of you who are interested in coin collecting, or if you happen to inherit somehow a collection of coins, this is the book for you! It is filled with information on how to take care of your coins, what to look for when purchasing, selling, trading or anything else regarding coins. The book is full of knowledge that is easy to comprehend. Buy it for youself or for your kids! ... Read more

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Great Slugs and Punches
This is the Bible for anyone who collects coins. Look at your coins carefully. You never know when you'll find a coin that has a Wonderful Mint Error. I've found several mint errors in my collection, a couple of which I had varified. Unfortunately nothing really glaring, but did raise the value of a few enough to keep me looking. I haven't looked at 1/3 of my collection. You coin collectors need to have this book.

At last it is here!
I have about worn out vol one waiting for vol 2 to show up but the wait was worth it.Great pictures and the new format is better and more useable.Every true collector of US coins, needs this book sitting on their desk.Thank you gentlemen. ... Read more

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On the Mark
My collection of the Official Red Book goes back to 1966 and I began to seek additional values in the Official Blue Book in 1999.As I don't attend enough shows, these books give me a reasonable idea where values are moving to with particular reference to my holdings. ... Read more

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Getting Off to a Good Start and More
This is a publication of note. Highly informative for the beginner or seasoned collector there is a certain lure for these magnificent looking coins and abundant information on them. I will have to admit that I was certainly intrigued by this publication and spent several hours rummaging through the information contain herein. I have collected coins on and off for years and this was a good place to start and jump back in to that rewarding and enriching hobby.
Great Gift
My dad is an avid coin collector and loved this Catalog, could also be reviewed as the "Coin Collector's Bible".

WORTH ITs WEIGHT
This is a good book. Do you collect this era? If so, go for it. The photos are outstanding. This is a quality puplication. ... Read more

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missing information
for a 2006 edition this catalog is missing many many coins from previous years that one would expect to find. there are even missing items from before 2000! not very good for an edition that soppose to be 2006. in other cases, complete countries are missing like the new set from cocos islands with the 2004 set.

2006 world of coins
Great book for small amount of money...
I use KM numbers to help organize the collection
I need a guide so I just do not blindly pay big bucks for cute pictures. There are a lot of good guides and some more specific on particular eras and locations such as Westphalia. But as you do a coin search you are bound to run across something you are not familiar with and need a guide. This guide is a great place to start; it is easy to navigate and gives cursory information on particular locations and times surrounding the coin's production.
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Awesome $
This is a must for money buffs and the like.

THE best book to identify Colonial bills and their signers.
Wonderful pictures, and even identification of the signers of the bills. Some signatures are hard to make out even if clearly written in dark ink due to the style of writting, but are identified here. Worth every penny! ... Read more

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Poor pictures, inconsistent descriptions, blank pages.
Beware of blank pages.The copy I got has blank pages 167, 171, 177, 185.This is very sloppy quality control at the printer's shop.
No Mint States
This book gives photograde illustrations only to grade AU50, and the pictures are not very clear for comparison.

A picture IS worth a thousand words!
Being a newbie to coin collecting, I found this book to be by far the most helpful to me. I was trying to understand the grading system, so I went to the local bookstore and browsed several books on the subject. And while there are a lot of good books out there...a photo of an EF coin is SO MUCH easier to comprehend than a 25 word description of one! I especially found it helpful how the author pointed out the typical wear points for each of the different coins, and then explained in VERY simple terms how that degree of wear would affect the coin's grade. I don't think I would be overstating things if I said that even a 10 year old could comprehend this book. The author really does make it THAT simple! ... Read more

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Reviews (21)

missing pages
Received the book earlier than anticipated, but to my dismay, found that pages 193-224 were missing. I am in the process of returning the item for a replacement

Lots of info for little money
This year's book is much cheaper than many of the other coin price books for sale and includes up to date info (exept for recent mintage facts). If you collect coins, I would definently recomend this for your collection.

United States Coins
outstanding, just what I wanted and the price was better than anywhere I checked. ... Read more

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A must have book for world coin collectors
who specialize in gold coins minted prior to 1600. It would have been much better if the photos would have been in color. In todays new coin business and hobby it's essential to communicate not only the basic design of a coin but also it's unique look and that means color and high quality digital pictures. We are learing in the trade that these color photos are an essential part of the business, and students and collectors of coins want research material that also accurately portrays coins as well. Still a necessary book for the collector as well as advanced Numismatic library, let's hope we see a new release that we can all be happy with.

Buy another book.
The book is poorly constructed and lacks a lot of acient middle eastern gold coins.The lack of color also makes me feel that I over paid for this book.

Gold Coins of the World From Ancient Times to The Present
Fist of all for 75$ I would have expected the catalogue to be in color not only the cover and the back...Read more

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Great Book!!!
This book is one of te only i have seen which includes a comprehensive price guide with Grading values from Good-4 to PF-70!!!! no other book i have seen has pf69 and 70 grading values for the new coins.. Very helpful and tells you about the reliable grading services. ... Read more

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Statehood Quarter Album Review
It's a good looking album, well made, and displays the quarters, both front and back sides. Instructions for use are quite adequate.

(4.5) The perfect way to store your quarter collection!
This is one of the best albums I've seen for collecting the statehood quarters, and is what I keep my personal collection in. It's simple and yet classy looking. I'm not too keen on those tacky map-like albums. It has ten cardboard pages, with room for two years' worth of quarters (ten) on each page. The coin slots are open on both sides of the page, to allow for viewing of both sides of the coins, and have plastic coverslips to protect against scratches, fingerprints, etc. Each coin slot is labeled with the state's name, and they are arranged in order of production. The book itself is very sturdy and affords ample protection for the coins. The inside cover offers a brief explanation of the "50 States Commemorative Coin Program Act" and some information on quarters in general. The inside back cover lists all the states in order of production, the year in which each was / will be produced, and the date on which that state gained admission to the Union. Another fine coin album from Whitman
Whitman has a long history of producing sturdy, similarly dressed coin albums for coins for all types of United States coins throughout the country's history.This album is the newest edition for storing 25-centpieces that are a part of the new (starting in 1999) Statehood quarters. (5 quarter designs will be released each year for 10 years--1 coin for eachstate, released in the order the state joined the Union.)What I can addto the previous excellent review is that all of Whitman's dark blue hardback albums, like this one, have six plastic sleeves per page.Threesleeves behind and three in front of the six rows of holes for the coins,which slide in and out of the pages.And, each hole in this album ismarked with the State whose design graces the obverse of the coin.Theresult is an album where both the obverse (front) and reverse (back) of thecoins are viewable just by turning the page--no removal of coins isnecessary, preserving the condition of the coin. It is unfortunate thatthis book does not have two holes for each of the circulated coins("P" mint mark for coins minted in Philadelphia's US Mint, a"D" for coins minted at the US Mint in Denver).Whitman's otheralbums usually make room for all minted circulations for the coin.Butthat's ok, I'll just have two Statehood Quarter books in my collection ofWhitman Coin Albums. ... Read more

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