NEWPORT BEACH — With the release of the new quarter series in 2010, the national park quarters, collectors abroad will be scrambling to find information and protection for their newly acquired pieces.

The first of its kind on the market, the Cornerstone™ George Washington National Park Quarters Album is the perfect way to store, collect and learn about the new United States Mint America the Beautiful Quarters™ series.

Inside the album, collectors will find informative facts about the national sites and parks protected by the federal government and historical data highlighting the significance of the national park quarter designs. Read the rest of this entry »

The Washington Pattern Coinage of Peter Getz includes a meticulous census of all specimens known, accompanied by pedigrees, auction records, weights, diameters, condition, detailed descriptions, and other pertinent data.

George Fuld, Alan Meghrig, and George Frederick Kolbe are pleased to announce publication of a new book listing in detail all known specimens of the Silver Getz half-dollar, the Getz 1792 copper "cents," and the related 1797 Getz Masonic medals.

Based on the early researches of Jack Collins, the work was brought to fruition by George Fuld, with assistance from Alan Meghrig and George Kolbe. It is a meticulous census of all specimens known, accompanied by pedigrees, auction records, weight, diameter, condition, detailed descriptions, and other pertinent data. Copies will be produced on a high quality laser printer and will feature full-color enlargements of virtually all of the pieces described. Read the rest of this entry »

Jeff Ambio will be available for a book signing at the American Numismatic Association’s World’s Fair of Money in Los Angeles, CA on Saturday, August 8th from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm. Ambio will be debuting and signing copies of his latest book, Collecting & Investing Strategies for Barber Dimes.

Many collectors and investors have eagerly awaited a publication on Barber Dimes. To help expand numismatic knowledge and increase the understanding and appreciation for this series Jeff Ambio wrote his book Collecting & Investing Strategies for Barber Dimes.

• Covers every proof and business strike from 1892-1916.
• Each chapter covers physical characteristics, pricing data and brief histories.
• Ambio provides suggestions for building a meaningful investment portfolio.
• Includes observations on third-party certifications.
• Suggests places in which to buy and sell Barber Dimes.

Jeff Ambio is a widely read numismatic author. His writings and articles are credited with groundbreaking work in the field and have appeared in numerous publications. Collecting & Investing Strategies for Barber Dimes is the first comprehensive book published on this important series in nearly 10 years. Read the rest of this entry »

On January 9th, 2010, George Frederick Kolbe/Fine Numismatic Books will offer for sale at public auction the remarkable numismatic library carefully assembled over seven decades by the New York numismatic firm founded by brothers Morton and Joseph and ably carried on by Norman, Benjamin, Harvey, Susan, and Lawrence Stack.

For over fifty years, the fabled American portion of the library has resided in antique bookcases lining one wall of Harvey Stack’s office, and along the opposite wall as well.

Other portions of the library were, for many years, located throughout the main floor of the firm’s New York City retail location at 123 West 57th Street and many of the great classic works on ancient and foreign coins and medals were carefully arranged on the second floor in the Coin Galleries offices. Read the rest of this entry »

On June 11th, 2009, George Frederick Kolbe/Fine Numismatic Books will offer for sale at auction eight hundred thirty lots of rare and important works covering the numismatic spectrum.

Included are Part Three of the Bassoli and Twinleaf Libraries, along with the property of sixteen additional consignors. The third and last part of the Bassoli library features classic works on Italian numismatics and early printed numismatic books. The third and last part of the Twinleaf library features important works on American numismatics, particularly key works on large cents.

Also featured is a fine selection of works on Serbian numismatics, a number of classic, multi-volume works on ancient Greek and Roman coins, and long runs of classic nineteenth and twentieth century American auction sale catalogues. Read the rest of this entry »

Irvine, CA – David W. Akers’ classic numismatic reference, A Handbook of 20th-Century U.S. Gold Coins: 1907-1933, first published in 1988, is now available in an updated second edition published by Zyrus Press! Revised and expanded by Jeff Ambio, author of the "Strategy Guide Series," he begins the book by describing the changes in the market since the publication of the first edition.

He says, "Much has changed in the numismatic market since the first edition of this book went to print 20 years ago, particularly in connection with the 20th century gold series. Third-party certification has now become the industry standard for authentication and grading. The Internet has made numismatic research considerably easier and has made information readily available to anyone with access to a personal computer. And, of course, many important collections of 20th century U.S. gold coins have sold during the 20-year period from 1988 to 2008. Clearly, an update and revision were definitely in order."

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On January 10th, 2009, George Frederick Kolbe/Fine Numismatic Books will offer for sale at public auction the highlights of two outstanding numismatic libraries, both remarkable for their exceptionally fine overall condition.

They will be sold at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in New York City in conjunction with the New York International Numismatic Convention. The first 72 page catalogue features 100 lots of rare and classic works on American numismatics, with some fifty full color illustrations.

Lots 1 to 75 are from The Twinleaf Library and lots 76 to 100 are the property of several additional consignors. The second 108 page catalogue, with over one hundred full color illustrations, is comprised of 175 early printed numismatic books and classic titles on Italian coins and medals from the library of Dr. Ferdinando Bassoli of Turin, Italy.

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In stopping by Tom Michael’s blog, Big Ideas, Little World, he reminded readers of a 15% discount on Krause Publications™ Books through Wednesday, April 30.

Krause Publications, also known as "KP" for short, offers an excellent selection of numismatic books by industry experts. They have an assortment of books within the major numismatic categories of:

• World Coins
• Ancient Coins
• United States Coins
• United States Paper Money
• World Paper Money

The books are worth their face value, but saving a few bucks to help purchase that next coin is a welcomed announcement I’m more than happy to pass around.

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