NEW BOOK: U.S COINS CLOSE UP

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V15 2012 INDEX E-SYLUM ARCHIVE

The E-Sylum: Volume 15, Number 50, December 2, 2012, Article 2

While I'm usually among the first to announce any new numismatic book, this one caught me by surprise. (Dude, where's my Press Release?) Anyway, after I read about this new title in the December 2012 COINage, I asked for and received the following about the new book by Bob Van Ryzin which was released earlier this year by Kruase Publications. -Editor

U.S. Coins Close Up is a type guide to regular-issue U.S. coins from half cents through double eagles. Each listing provides information as to designer, years of issue, weight and size, metal, an actual-size photo of the type and an a paragraph providing additional information about the type and the various popular or low mintage dates and varieties that can be found.

The final 75 or so pages provide the “close up” aspect, with digital microscope images of genuine and altered coins (including diagnostics for the 1877 Indian Head cent and 1909-S V.D.B. Lincoln cent, and examples of counterfeits and altered dates, such as a high quality die-struck counterfeit 1972 doubled-die cent), characteristics of various popular varieties (large and small dates, large and small mottoes, etc.) and visual depictions of standard hobby terms relating to the minting process (such as die polish, die clashes, and adjustment marks).

It’s 5 ½ by 7 ½, soft cover, b + w images, $17.99 cover price, paperback, 256 pages. Currently listing at www.shopNumisMaster.com at $10.79.

Here's some more from the web site. -Editor

U.S. Coins Close Up
Tips to Identifying Valuable Types and Varieties
Format: Paperback

Is that coin in your hand the real deal or a clever fake? Discover the difference with U.S. Coins Close Up, a one-of-a-kind visual guide to every U.S. coin type. This handy reference features large and clear images that detail inscriptions, mintmarks and initials, as well as thorough descriptions and fascinating coin history.

Author and renowned numismatist Robert R. Van Ryzin takes a keen and careful look at U.S. coins, with in-depth denomination overviews, highlights of remarkable coins and an extended glossary of terms and features. No matter your level of expertise, this invaluable resource will leave you more knowledgeable and better prepared to spot that carefully altered coin – and save you from making an expensive mistake.