A richly-illustrated introduction to the various ways in which coins can help illuminate the history of the Roman republic.

For anyone interested in the popular and ever-growing pastime of coin collecting, this easy-to-understand introduction is must reading. Written by the editors of Coin World, it introduces the beginner to such basic knowledge as where to purchase coins and paper money, understanding the grading system, how to handle a coin collection and more.

Lists 1500 entries in alphabetical order including names of coins, coining terms, persons, and places. Contains 450 illustrations.

Coins have occupied a vital role in trade and society since their very first usage in the ancient kingdoms of Turkey, China and India. This unparalleled world reference guide turns this complex history into an accessible chronicle, with coins illustrated from every coin-issuing country in the world. Through the course of these information-packed pages and 2500 color images, the reader can travel more than eight millennia, and gain inspiration on how and where to start a country or themed collection.

Coin World 2002 Guide to U.S. Coins, Prices & Value Trends is your best source of information, whether you are an experienced collector or a beginner. It is the only book that gives you: The most accurate and up-to-date prices of any annual guide -more than 30,000 coin values Values for more levels of preservation, to determine more accurately the value of your coins Price-performance graphs visually tracking a 12-year history of every series of U.S. coins Comprehensive coin market analysis, original issue prices of Proof and Mint sets, history of the Mint and coinage, a visual guide to collectible error coins, and much, much more The nation's top collectors and coin dealers trust Coin World to bring them an unbiased, honest picture of today's exciting coin collecting hobby. Now you, too, can take advantage of Coin World's knowledge, insight, and expertise in this convenient, fully up-to-date book of essential information for the coin collector.

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More than 50 coin tricks, clearly explained with dozens of illustrations, aresimple to learn. And the expert tips that startle and amaze your audience arewhat make these coin tricks so much fun. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.