Renaissance of American Coinage 1905-1908 [Illustrated] [Hardcover]

Roger W. Burdette (Author), Jane B. Waldron (Illustrator)

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Publication Date: May 3, 2006

Renaissance of American Coinage 1905-1908 describes the origin, design and initial striking of these small medallic ambassadors. The story chronicles initial consultation with the Commission of Fine Arts, bureaucratic confusion, interference by vending machine companies and newspapers, to last minute alterations, and final production. In telling this fascinating story, author Burdette reveals long-untouched correspondence, drawings and models by sculptors Augustus Saint-Gaudens,James Fraser, and Adolph Weinman. Authoritative text, extensive illustrations and thorough referencing make Renaissance of American Coinage 1905-1908 the only comprehensive source for this important, but often overlooked aspect of American art and numismatics. This book will be of special interest to historians of the early 20th century, coin collectors and fine art sculptors. It is intended to become a standard reference for libraries and historical research facilities. Renaissance of American Coinage 1905-1908 is the second of three books exploring the coinage redesign of 1905-1921. Renaissance of American Coinage 1916-1921 was released in 2005. A final Companion volume is expected to be released in late 2006 or early 2007.

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Product Details

Hardcover: 386 pages
Publisher: Seneca Mill Press; 1st edition (May 3, 2006)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0976898616
ISBN-13: 978-0976898610
Product Dimensions: 11.3 x 8.8 x 1.1 inches
Shipping Weight: 3.4 pounds
Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,442,796 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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