Whitman Publishing Issues Call for New Red Book Contributors

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Whitman Publishing, producer since 1946 of the Guide Book of United States Coins (the annually issued retail price guide known as the “Red Book”), announces a call for new pricing contributors. There is an application and screening process, after which newly selected participants will contribute to the pricing of the 71st edition. “Red Book pricing … Read more

Eight Whitman Publishing Authors Win 2016 Numismatic Literary Guild Awards

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Whitman Publishing has announced that eight of its authors were awarded prizes in the annual Numismatic Literary Guild Writers Competition. The awards were presented at the American Numismatic Association World’s Fair of Money in Anaheim, Thursday, August 11, 2016. The Numismatic Literary Guild is a national organization open to authors of numismatic books; publishers and … Read more

Club Auction Features Mystery Lot

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Those of you who are “old-timers” will remember Bill Fivaz’s famous “mystery” auction lot that he puts in a regular club auction every two to three years. Well, Saturday, August 20 IS THE NIGHT!!! The treasure chest loaded with goodies will be Lot #1, and, as in the past, whomever buys the lot simply can’t lose. … Read more

World Record for 1933 George V Cent

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One of seven known George V cent – minted especially for commemorative use – set a world record for a coin of its type sold at auction when it cleared $193,875 during the Platinum Night auction of World and Ancient coins held Aug. 11 by Heritage Auctions. The lot opened at $50,000 and a before … Read more

Updated Guide to Flying Eagle and Indian Head Cents Released

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Whitman Publishing announces the release of the expanded and updated third edition of A Guide Book of Flying Eagle and Indian Head Cents, by Richard Snow. The 304-page book will debut in September 2016, with a limited number of advance copies available at the Whitman Publishing booth at the American Numismatic Association World’s Fair of … Read more