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A Guide Book Of Civil War Tokens 3Rd Edition (Whitman Publishing, Llc)
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A Guide Book Of Civil War Tokens, 3Rd Editioncivil War Tokens Are Tangible Reminders Of American History. These Small, Centsized Tokens Were Privately Issued By American Tradesmen And Others During The War. They Were Used To Advertise Businesses And Also To Grease The Wheels Of Commerce During A Nationwide Coin Shortage. By The Summer Of 1862, Nervous Citizens Had Hoarded All Of The Nation S Gold And Silver Coins And Even Its Small Coppernickel Flying Eagle And Indian Head Onecent Coins. This Caused A Financial Emergency As It Became Nearly Impossible To Make Change For Everyday Transactions. Millions Of Private Tokens Became Substitutes For Official U.S. Coins, Spent And Accepted As 1 Each By The Public. Today These Tokens Are Highly Collectible.Novice And Experienced Collectors Alike, As Well As History Buffs And Everyone Interested In The American Civil War, Will Find This Volume A Fascinating And Indispensable Reference.Inside: How To Identify And Collect Civil War Patriotic Tokens And Store Cards. Detailed Historical Background. Valuations In Multiple Circulated And Mint State Grades. Rarity Ratings. More Than 2,000 Fullcolor Photos. Legendary Rarities; Discussions Of Every Known Issuer; Illustrations And Descriptions Of Nearly Every Known Die; And More. Dramatically Expanded Indexes, Including Die Makers And Merchant Categories.512 Pages, Full Color, Softcover. By Q. David Bowers, With A Foreword By John Ostendorf.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'A Guide Book of Civil War Tokens'? A: 'A Guide Book of Civil War Tokens' primarily focuses on providing comprehensive research and insights into Civil War patriotic tokens and store cards, detailing their history, values, and collecting strategies.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'A Guide Book of Civil War Tokens' is Q. David Bowers, an award-winning numismatic expert with decades of experience.
- Q: What edition is this book? A: This is the third edition of 'A Guide Book of Civil War Tokens', which has been updated and expanded to include new research and information.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: 'A Guide Book of Civil War Tokens' contains a total of 516 pages, providing an in-depth exploration of the subject.
- Q: What kind of illustrations are included in the book? A: The book features over 2,000 full-color photos, showcasing every known die, legendary rarities, and issuer varieties related to Civil War tokens.
- Q: Is this book suitable for both novice and experienced collectors? A: Yes, 'A Guide Book of Civil War Tokens' is designed to be an engaging reference for both novice and experienced collectors, as well as history enthusiasts.
- Q: What are some key topics covered in the book? A: Key topics include market values and rarity ratings of tokens, grading standards, and expert guidance on identifying and building a collection of Civil War tokens.
- Q: When was this book published? A: 'A Guide Book of Civil War Tokens' was published on November 27, 2018.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is in new condition, ensuring that buyers receive a pristine copy.
- Q: Is this book part of a larger series? A: 'A Guide Book of Civil War Tokens' is part of Whitman’s renowned Red Book Series, which includes nearly 30 volumes covering various U.S. coin types.