Mail Bag – What’s The Best Coin Grading Book

US Mail Bag

Today’s Mail Bag question comes from Randy and their question is about a coin grading book. Specifically, they want to know which one is the best one to use for grading their collection as well as learn a little bit more about them. In my view, there is only one answer to Randy’s question. Hi, Thanks for answering my question. I’m just starting out my collection but want to get better and grading my coins. …

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Today’s Deal – 2021 Handbook of United States Coins

Handbook of United States Coins 78th Edition

Today’s Deal is on the 2021 Handbook of United States Coins. Often referred to as the “blue book”, the Handbook is aimed at giving dealers and collectors a guide of the value of the coins in their collection. It serves as a reference point for what sellers can expect dealers to buy a coin for in today’s market. The book is in its 78th edition and is printed by Whitman Publishing and is available for …

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Whitman Publishing Offering Free Shipping on 2021 Red Book Pre-Orders

2021 A Guide Book of United States Coins

Whitman Publishing has issued the following Press Release announcing free shipping on pre-orders of any of the 2021 Red Book series they will be making available. All you have to do is use coupon code 21 when you check out and you’ll get the free shipping. The 2021 Red Book, technically named A Guide Book of United States Coins will be in its 74th edition next year and is considered a must-have for any collector. …

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Today’s Deal – A Guide Book of Lincoln Cents

A Guide Book of Lincoln Cents

While many of us are at home for the next 14-28 days in self imposed quarantine for Coronavirus (COVID-19), Today’s Deal could help you pass the time and learn something too. It is on what is arguably a must-have book for those who are Lincoln Cent collectors. The 3rd edition of A Guide Book of Lincoln Cents is on sale right now at Amazon for $17.20. It is a great book to learn about this coin and its place in …

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Today’s Deal – A Guide Book of Lincoln Cents for $13

A Guide Book of Lincoln Cents

Today’s Deal is on what is arguably a must-have book for those who are Lincoln Cent collectors. The 3rd edition of A Guide Book of Lincoln Cents is on sale right now at Amazon for $13.36, 33% off the regular price. It is a great book to learn about this coin and its place in numismatics. US Coin News is an affiliate partner with Amazon. Today’s Deal articles contains links that, when clicked and a …

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Review – 7th Edition of Grading Standards for United States Coins

Grading Standards for United States Coins 7th Edition

When it comes to coin grading, there are few books that hold the stature of The Official American Numismatic Association Grading Standards for United States Coins. This year, the 7th edition of this grading tool was published, bringing welcome improvements to the already outstanding grading guide. Editing by Numismatics stalwart Kenneth Bressett and with narrative from Q. David Bowers, the book not only provides you a wealth of information about grading your coins, but also …

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