Product Description
According to the U.S. Treasury, more than 100 million people are now collecting coins--many of them newcomers attracted by the incredibly popular Fifty States Quarters series and the new Sacagawea golden dollar. This smart, handy guide introduces you to the history, geography, and art of U.S. coins and explores the fascinating details that make them the perfect collectible for beginners.
Discover everything essential about collecting United States coins in this information-packed resource, from determining values by condition, rarity, and "eye appeal" to searching out familiar and unusual coins, from the common Lincoln cent to the rare Double Eagle gold piece. Buying, selling, grading, protecting--both novices and experts will find this Collector's Compass title a fun and useful guide to the world of United States coins.
The COLLECTOR'S COMPASS™ series is your affordable, reliable resource for learning how to value, purchase, and care for a range of popular collectibles. Brimming with trustworthy advice from a panel of distinguished experts, Collector's Compass is your essential guide to learning more about your favorite antiques and collectibles.
The Collector's Compass series is endorsed by the International Society of Appraisers, North America's leading association of professionally educated and certified personal-property appraisers, auctioneers, and dealers.
