Book description
This book offers a much-needed overview of numismatics-the hobby, the
historical connection, and the investment possibilities of rare coins.
This is an up-to-date, comprehensive guide that explains everything a
new collector needs to know. You will learn about getting started in the
hobby, mint marks, varieties, and what makes a coin valuable. It also
contains information on how to care for your collection, grading, where
to find valuable coins and how to identify counterfeit and altered
coins.
