"From the change in your pocket to the history of the famous silver dollars, from understanding mintmarks and pedigree to assessing condition and grade, this is the only book you'll need to become a first-class coin collector. Whether you're just starting out or looking to expand your current collection, you will receive priceless practical knowledge and expert advice on: Finding and identifying coins -- Caring for and exhibiting your collection --...

"Since 1946 the Guide Book of United States Coins has served collectors as the preeminent annual reference for coin specifications, mintages, values, and photographs. With more than 22 million copies in print, the Guide Book is well established as the hobby's most popular reference. The Professional Edition of the Guide Book of United States Coins builds on this foundation. This expanded and enlarged volume is intended for intermediate to advanced...