Attention numismatists! Whitman Brands has unveiled the all-new, completely redesigned 79th edition of A Guide Book of United States Coins, better known as the Red Book. Set to hit major U.S. retailers on April 8, 2025, this edition features a larger 6″ x 9″ format, an intuitive layout, and updated market insights. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just starting out, this is the must-have guide to U.S. coinage.
A Bold New Redesign for the 2026 Edition
Since its first edition in 1946, the Red Book has been the go-to reference for coin collectors worldwide. The 2026 edition enhances this tradition with exciting upgrades:
- Expanded Private and Territorial Gold Section – Now includes BG (Breen-Gillio) attribution numbers, growing from 100 to 580 listings across five pages.
- Reorganized Commemoratives Section – Classic commemoratives are listed alphabetically, while modern commemoratives remain in chronological order.
- Improved Value Charts – Circulation and Proof-strike values are now separated, and Type-coin value charts include premium surface qualities (e.g., Deep Cameo, Full Bell Lines, Red/Brown distinctions).
- Better Data Organization – Coin type information is consolidated at the start of each section, making comparisons easier.
- Fun-Fact Spotlights and Collector Insights – This edition includes a fully illustrated grading case study on Morgan Dollars and a new Collector’s Notebook discussing “Misinformation in Numismatics.”
Enhanced Market Data and Accessibility
For the first time, Red Book pricing is based on Collector’s Price Guide (CPG®) retail pricing, with Greysheet Identification (GSIDSM) catalog numbers integrated to streamline comparisons across Whitman’s numismatic products. With over 32,500 market values spanning 12,000 coins, tokens, medals, and sets, this book is an indispensable tool for collectors and investors alike.
Multiple Formats for Every Collector
The 2026 Red Book will be available in four different print bindings:
- Hardcover
- Perfect-bound softcover
- Spiral-bound
- Large print spiral-bound
Pre-Order and Availability
Pre-orders are now open at Whitman.com and Amazon. Starting April 8, 2025, you can find the 2026 Red Book at Whitman’s eBay Store, Walmart.com, bookstores, hobby shops, and other retailers nationwide.
Stay Connected with the Red Book Community
Explore more with the Red Book Podcast (now in its sixth episode) and subscribe to the Greysheet & Red Book YouTube channel for exclusive numismatic insights. Check it out here: YouTube.com/@greysheet-redbook/playlists.
Don’t miss this exciting new edition—secure your copy today and stay ahead in the world of coin collecting!