| 1) CHINA
MAIN STOCK: ANCIENT MODERN SYCEE CHARMS TIBET XINJIANG
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Lin Gwo Ming & Ma Tak Wo | Illustrated Catalog of Chinese Gold & Silver, 6th ed. Latest edition of the most widely used far eastern pricing guide. Includes many unusual items such as patterns, official Ch'ing and Republic portrait medals, Central Mint bars, etc. not in Krause publications. Slick paper, photo-illustrated. Fully bilingual, English/Chinese. Five-grade pricing in US$. Newest edition, latest pricing, many items up 300% according to author!. 390p, sc, 6x8.25", 2008 | 34.50 |
| Wang Yong Sheng | (Xinjiang Historical Money) Appears to be a comprehensive history of Xinjiang coins and banknotes. The 983 plated items (all color) do not make as comprehensive a catalog as Xinjiang Numismatics but the depth of varieties pictured - such as 11 varieties of the 1949 Dollar - suggests a very detailed history. Chinese text; English Contents. 564p, hc, 7.5x10.5", 2007 | 125.00 |
| Zhao Hue Yuen (Henan Numis. Soc.) | Zhongguyo Chien Bi Da Tau Dien (Great Dictionary of China Numismatics) Vol 9: Bibliography Hundreds of entries by publication date, with a stroke order index by title. The entries apper to be somewhat informational, and some include photos of the cover or title page. Apparently only Chinese works. 386p, 7.5x10.5", hc, 2007 | 60.00 |
| (Chekiang) | (Chekiang Coins) Apparently produced by the local numismatic society,appears comprehensive for monies produced and/or used in Province. About 90% relates to cast coinage. No banknotes. Mediocre rubbings. Chinese text. 261p+6cpl, 7.25x10.25", sc,1999 | 35.00 |
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Hirao Shusen | Shintei Showa Senpu (Shincho-sen Senpu?) Considered the most comprehensive Cash catalogue ever published, though the Great Dictionary currently in progress may surpass it. Covers Japan (V.1), China (V.2-3), Korea (V.4), also many Japan & Korea charms. Includes rarities not found elsewhere but best known for its great depth of varieties. Good rubbings, little text. Most coins illustrated are from Japanese collections. Coole J456; Original: 1660p, 1931/40. Advise if interested in single volumes. 4-vol hardcover setl (was selling $1000+ a few years ago; SOLD @ $425)
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| Tong Huang | Shun Zhi Tong Bao (Coin Catalog) In-depth history (Chinese text) and numbered, rubbing-illustrated catalog of this early Qing Emperor's coinage, which set the pattern for the dynasty. 161p, hc, 7.5x11", 2006 | 29.50 |
| Li Liang | (Official Charms of Sichuan Mint) Text (Chinese), plus catalog of 400+ charms cast at Bao Chuan mint since Kang Xi, including "poem coins" and pictorial charms. Although Sichuan was one of the more prolific charm mints, collectors in China now believe that most Qing mints, especially Sichuan, Fujien, and the Beijing boards are the source of many well-made charms previously thought to be private issues. However, not all of this author's inclusions are widely accepted as official issues. Six color plates. 154p+6cpl, 5.5x8", sc, 2004 | 15.00 |
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Zhao Hue Yuen (Henan Numis. Soc.) | Zhongguyo Chien Bi Da Tau Dien (Great Dictionary of China Numismatics) Vol 8 Archaeology in Numismatics Thousands of summaries of archaeological finds arranged chronologically by dynasty. Almost no illustratons. Chinese text. 1089p, 7.5x10.5, hc, 2006 | 95.00 |
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Duan Hong Gang | The Comprehensive Catalog of Chinese Copper Coins Catalog of 3960+ struck coppers with #, description, specs, rarity rating, and a separate plates volume with excellent color photos of every type/variety. Uses Woodward's alphanumeric obv/rev classification system, with new discoveries, and enlargements of key details to distinguish varieties, but expanded to 1,2,5,20 Cash and upwards, contemporary forgeries & errors, 200+ tokiens, and 44 recent fakes. The catalog volume includes numismatic history by Province, including some new mint attributions (Chinese text) but most useful to Western collectors are the high-quality plates where enlarged insets of key details distinguish varieties more clearly than KM's descriptions. Subvariety fanatics will still want the 2003 Guanxi work which lists nearly twice as many varieties. Likely standard for many years. 447p+474pl, 2vhc, 7.5x10.5", 2005 | 165.00 |
| Guanxi Num. Soc. | Research to the Forms of Ancient Chinese Ten Cash Detailed catalog of struck (not Ancient) 10-Cash varieties, all illustrated in color plates. Each basic type is broken down in a chart, then varieties illustrated , with Chinese description below, keyed to design elements. The depth of analysis is impressive; taking Kiangsi Province as an example, Krause & Mishler list 37 varieties of 10 Cash, Woodward 140, Duan Hong Gang 260, and this work 425. More difficult for non-Chinese reader to use than the Duan Hong Gang work. Produced by a regional society in 2003, it will go out of print and become scarce. 392p, 8.5x11.5", hc, 2003 | 95.00 |
| Woodward, A.M. Tracey | Minted Ten Cash Coins of China The in-depth work, classifying this bountiful series in much finer detail than KM. Originally published as a series of articles 1926-36 in The China Journal, this is the only reprint. Plates are only fair, so counting dots and dragon scales takes patience and sharp eyesight. 151p+43pl, 6x9", sc, 1936R1971, OP BACK IN STOCK | 85.00 |
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Zhao Hue Yuen (Henan Numis. Soc.) | Zhong Guo Qian Bi Da Ci Dian (Great Dictionary of China Numismatics) Vol 5a Northern Song Encyclopedic format with rubbing illustration and brief article on each type and variety. For depth of research and comprehensiveness, this series is probably the ultimate work on cash, but Chinese text. Singles, multiples, and iron catalogued to similar depth of Kosen Daizen, in calligraphically "paired" format. 825p+4cpl, 7.5x10.5", hc, 2005 | 90.00 |
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Zhao Hue Yuen (Henan Numis. Soc.) | Zhong Guo Qian Bi Da Ci Dian (Great Dictionary of China Numismatics) Vol 5b Southern Song Encyclopedic format with rubbing illustration and brief article on each type and variety. For depth of research and comprehensiveness, this series is probably the ultimate work on cash, but Chinese text. Copper and iron with multiple listings for each year of the dated reigns, indicating a greater depth of variation than known to western collectors. Includes rectangular tallies. 547p+4cpl, 7.5x10.5", hc, 2005 | 105.00 |
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Zhao Hue Yuen (Henan Numis. Soc.) | Zhong Guo Qian Bi Da Ci Dian (Great Dictionary of China Numismatics) Vol 5c Liao, West Xia and Jin Encyclopedic format with rubbing illustration and brief article on each type and variety. For depth of research and comprehensiveness, this series is probably the ultimate work on cash, but Chinese text. Independent Chinese kingdoms contemporary with Song. More than half the book covers Song sycee, with 100+ illustrated. Includes gold sheet & bar monies, banknote printing blocks. 491p+4cpl, 7.5x10.5", hc, 2005 | 90.00 |
| Shanghai Num. Soc. & Museum | Shanghai Encyclopedia Vol 6: Qing Cast Catalog of 5408 specimens of square-holes. Includes T'ai-p'ing & other rebels, struck cash. Several specialized articles & appendices. Chinese text.. 811p+20cpl, 2004, Twenty color plates; For volumes covering Qing struck coinage and banknotes, see the China, Modern page. | 175.00 |
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Zheng Yiwei et. al. | Sequel of Classic Chinese Charms Covering 2000 additional pieces, with 46 color plates showing 149 selected pieces. Three research articles on aspects of charms and their collecting (Generations or Copies of Charms; Official pictorial Qing charms by Province, Qing Palace Coins). Bilingual English/Chinese. 570p+46cp, 8.5x11.5", hc, 2006 (SPECIAL: This plus V.1 "Classic" $135) | 75.00 |
| 2) EAST ASIA
MAIN STOCK: JAPAN KOREA VIETNAM THAILAND OTHERS
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| Thai Treasury | Medals of the Rattanakosin Era 1782-1982 Selective catalogue of 91 medals, mostly related to the Thai monarchy or Buddhist themes, with beautiful color photos & English descriptions. These medals are highly sought in Thailand and many have been counterfeitted. Originally sold as a slipcased set with Coinage of ... 271p, 8x10.5", hc, 1982. OP | 100.00 |
| Thai Treasury | Coinage / Medals of the Rattanakosin Era 1982-1999 Slipcased set updating the 1782-1982 set, one on the coinage, which is comprehensive and very detailed in its information and data, and one on Mint-issued medals, usually with a Royal theme. Excelent color photos. Bilingual English/Thai. 354+299p, hc/case, 8.75x11.75", 2001 (Coins alone $65; Medals alone $50) | 100.00 |
| Lim, Allan | A Comprehensive Guide of Coins & Banknotes from the Kingdom of Cambodia Catalog of coins & banknotes from Funan Kingdom to present, with color photos, values. Some seldom-published early types, but focus is on banknotes (more depth than SCWPM) 90p, 6x8.5", sc, 2008 A nice effort, but limited printing, so rather expensive. Contact the author. | |
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J.N.D.A. | Japanese Numismatic Dealers Assn. Catalog 2007 / 2008 Tightly packed volume covering all Japanese coinage & banknotes, plus some e-sen,Hansatsu, modern medals & souvenir cards. Annually revised pricing in 3-5 grades. Mostly color photos with good graphics showing era designators and other details needed to distinguish varieties. Japanese text with English subheaders, but a must-have work for ALL collectors of Japanese coins. 288p, sc, 6x8.25" (2007 edition $13.50) Current 2008 Edition | 22.50 |
| Greenbaum, Craig | A Guide to Collecting Zinc Coins From Old Vietnam Available as PDF files at the Zeno.ru site, along with user comments. | |
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Bank of Japan | Zuroku Nihon no Kahei Comprehensive chronological history and catalog of all Japanese numismatics in 11 volumes. Mainly text (Japanese). Catalog on coated stock plates with numbered, high-quality color photos of excellent specimens. English translation of category headings. Provides photos of genuine examples for making comparisons. V.1: 282p+88cpl, 1972, Antique sen, early pre-Meiji gold & silver; V.2: 250p+88cpl,1973, gold / silver through Keicho, early Kanei, early hansatsu; V.3: 270p+92cpl,1974, through Bunsei, mother coins, early Esen, woodblock prints showing minting process; V.4: 278p+88cpl,1973, through Manen, Provincials, Nagasaki sen, essais; V.5: ?p+?cpl,197? half of 18th-19th century hansatsu up to Meiji; V.6: 253p+88cpl,1975; later hansatsu; V.7: 288p+88cpl,1973, early Meiji gold, silver, machine-struck coins, benknotes, hansatsu. See below for later volumes. All 8.5x12", red hc in brown slipcase. Volumes are sometimes available around $200 each, sets $2200. Please inquire. | |
| Korean Coins, Banknotes & Stamps Dealer Assn. | Korean Coins and Banknotes Catalogue, 2008 Color photos (better than Ohsung catalog) & prices in several grades for all coins and paper; similar to the JNDA catalog in Japan. Cash: does not distinguish Pyong dot varieties nor rarer furnace numbers; Charms: 324 catalogued; Banknotes shown 2 sides; Prices above market. First issued 2005 (2006 ed); Changes since 2007: English summaries of all text; Cash: rarities added, some renumbering; Charms: 47 new added, renumbering; Modern: KM#'s added; most prices up. 249p+ads, 6x9", sc, 8/2007 | 36.50 |
| Mihailovs, V., Krisadaolarn, R & Lubo-Lesnichenko, E. | Siamese Coins: From Funan To The Fifth Reign A rich sourcebook for the study of Thai numismatics in general, and a functional catalog for three series currently lacking comprehensive coverage: The Mon / Pyu symbolic coinage, the "ingot" coinages of Northern Thailand (tok, lat, flower, c'ieng, etc.) and pod-duang, or bullet coinage. For the first time excellent color photos and descriptive data are given for nearly all known types and varieties, even while questions of attribution remain. There are fascinating discoveries in the flat coinage of 1835-1910 as well as good, non-comprehensive coverage of south Thai jokoh and other tin tokens, Prakab, early gambling tokens, and Patani-Kelantan gold. The inclusion of old and new forgeries and fantasies, and summaries of Thai collector opinion and market wisdom are two features very useful to the Western collector. The catalog plates are well worth the price of the book, though its main contents are brief political and monetary histories of Siam and 130pp of early travellers' accounts, Royal monetary proclamations, and other documents, all translated to English. Bibliographic notes throughout point to deeper discussions of topics. 253p+148cpl, hc, 8x11"?, 2008 DUE Fall 2008 Please advise your intrest now for a pre-publication discount. | |
| Daniel, H. A. | Socialist Republic of Viet Nam (Catalog and Guidebook of Southeast Asian Currency Series) Covering Vietnam post-1975, coins and banknotes, all items ill. front & back, prices in 6 grades. There will also be a limited hardcover edition. DUE 2008 Reserve your copy now for best price. | |
| Gorny, Norman | A Quick Reference Guide to Annam and its Minor Currency Pasteup of illustrations from Toda's original work with ruler's name, T#, S#. Does not include text, nor listings after 1792 AD. 24p, sc, 5.5x8.5, 2006 | 1.25 |
| 3) INDIA & SOUTH ASIA
MAIN STOCK: INDIA
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| Allan, John | Catalogue of Coins in Indian Museum Calcutta: IV: Native States Historical info., articles & tables on mint names, ornaments, denominations, inscriptions, explanation of symbols, and sometimes transliterated script, all features going beyond KM's coverage. Catalog portion far from comprrehensive, of course. 1928 Original, some minor defects, ask for description. Great plates! $100 390p+26pl, 1928 OP | 100.00 |
| Handa, Devendra, ed. | Tribal Coins of Ancient India History & numismatic discussion for each of 16 Tribal states: Agras, Arjunayas, Adumbaras, Kulutas, Kshudrakas, Kunindas, Malavas, Pauravas, Rajanyas, Savitriputras, Sibis, Trigartas, Uddehikas, Vemakis, Vrshnis, Yaudheyas; appendices on "Mitra, "Almora", "Chitresvara" . Photos & line drawings. Not a catalog; difficult to coordinate text and coin images. Poor plates. Review ICS Newsletter #43, 2007, JONS #193,2007 p.5 by S. Bhandare. 237p+85pl, 22x28cm, hc, 2007 | FIND IT |
| Shrestha, Dr. Ramesh | Nepalese Coins & Bank Notes (1911 to 1955 CE) Intended for local collectors, a brief history of Nepalese coins and by-date catalog of 1911-55 period, with rarity ratings, and description of varieties. Interesting 1954 patterns illustated. Membership list of Nepal Num. Soc. with address, phone & collecting specialties. 49p, sc, 7.25x9.75", 2007 | 15.00 |
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Bopearachchi, Osmund & Pieper, Wilfried | (Ancient Indian Coins II) Forthcoming expanded work covering Ancient Indian coinage, especially Bactrian (by Bopearachchi) and Tribal. Click link to see partial contents. Their previous work quickly became a standard, and this will replace it. Over 200p of text and 200p of catalog, plus plates. It will not be cheap! Let me know your interest now and I will try to offer a pre-publication discount. | |
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Senior, Robert | Indo-Scythian Coins and History: Volume IV Supplement New discoveries, and detailed analysis of 32 hoards, all catalogued with excellent plates. Argument for a new chronology of kings. 207p+pl, hc, 8.5x12", 2006 List $60 | 52.50 |
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Rhodes, N. & Bose, S.K. | A History of the Dimasa Kacharis As seen through their Coinage Extensive political and numismatic history of this 1502-1819 Assamese dynasty, known for its rare, broad-flan Rupees. . Catalog of about 200 coins of 59 major types, plus section on 1960s forgeries. Limited printing, 500 copies. 128p+12pl, 7.25x9.5", hc, 2006 | 23.50 |
| Sirisena, O.M.R. | Medieval Gold coins of Sri Lanka (700-1100) History & detailed catalog of 91 pre-Chola Kahavanu and fractionals c. 700-1000 AD shown in color plates; edition of 500 copies. REVIEW 35p+11cpl, 8.5x8.5", sc, 2002 | 37.50 |
| Prabhu, Govinda & Pai, N. | The Alupas, Coinage and History History and catalog of Karnatic dynasty 5th-15th C.; Catalog of 180 coins with color photos and enlarged drawings. Information on forgeries. A thorough and attractively presented work on this limited series of gold fannams and Pagodas. 200p+40cpl, hc, 7x9.5", 2006 Author's REVIEW. Hardcover version (not available in India) | 30.00 |
| 4) MIDEAST & ISLAM
MAIN STOCK: ISLAMIC
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| Fedorov, Michael, Boris Kochnev, Golib Kurbanov and Madeleine Voegeli | Sylloge Numorum Arabicorum Tübingen: XVa: Bukara-Samarqand 1268 coins catalogued. Includes mints of Amu, Ordubazar, Tatkand, Kharlukh Ordu, Qarshi Karmina, Kish, Kufin and Nasaf 132p+57pl?, sc, 11x15", 2008; ISBN: 978 3 8030 1106 0 May be ordered from the publisher at €84.95 plus shipping. Contact: s.brandenstein@brocom.de | |
| Deniz, M. Nurcan | Turkiye Cumhuriyeti Paralari 2007 & 2008 Catalog of Turkish coins, banknotes, and medals from 1255 AH with market values in three grades. Although not every type is fully illustrated, there are many gorgeous color photos of banknotes, medals, and modern commemorative coins. Many dealer ads. Turkish text. The Beyazit et. al. work is betterfor Ottoman, but this is a good catalog for Republic. 108p, sc, 7.5x10.25", 2007? Advise if interested. | |
| Wang Yong Sheng | (Xinjiang Historical Money) Appears to be a comprehensive history of Xinjiang coins and banknotes. The 983 plated items (all color) do not make as comprehensive a catalog as Xinjiang Numismatics but the depth of varieties pictured - such as 11 varieties of the 1949 Dollar - suggests a very detailed history. Chinese text; English Contents. 564p, hc, 7.5x10.5", 2007 | 125.00 |
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Van't Haaff, Anne | Catalogue of Elymaean Coinage, ca. 147 B.C. - A.D. 228 New standard (replacing DeMorgan, 1930) on this Kingdom influenced by Seleucid and Parthian neighbors. Political & numismatic history, plus detailed variety catalog with multiple, enlarged photos & clarifying line drawings. Attribution chart, concordance, appendices. CONTENTS. Publisher's REVIEW. 173p, hc, 8.5x12", 2007, List $75 | FIND IT |
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Lebedev, V., Markov, Dmitry & Koifman, A | (Shaddadid Coinage) Coin production & monetary circulation in the Shaddadid Emirate (Kurds in Armenia), Janza Mint, middle 10th to 11th C. Catalog of types, line drawings, photo platesq. Russian text. 126p+9pl, 11.5x6.5", hc, 2007 | 25.00 |
| Broome, Michael | A Handbook of Islamic Coins Not a catalog, but a profusely illustrated general history of Islamic coinage with useful index & bibliographies. Newly reprinted. 230p, sc, 1985R06 | 48.00 |
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Beyazit, Uslu & Kara | Ottoman Empire Coins AH 1255-1336 Covering Ottoman coins of Turkey, Tunis, Egypt and minor mints 1839-1922, this is exactly what a catalog of a modern world coin series should be, and more. Compact, logically and beautifully laid out with all of the important data, gorgeous specimens well photographed in realistic color. Key elements to distinguish varieties, transliteration of legends, attribution guides by coin size, bilingual Turkish/English, values in 3 grades. Volumes on earlier rulers are planned; for Republic series see the Deniz work. The project has its home at this website. 164p, 6x8.5", hc, 2007 | 38.50 |
| Shagalov, V. & Kuznetsov, A. (Rtveladze, Ed.) | Catalogue of the Coins of Chach In-depth work on the 3rd-8th Cent. bronze coinage of the Tashkent oasis (Uzbekistan); 327 specimens catalogued with photos and excellent drawings.
Bilingual Russian/English. 328p, 8.75 x 6.5", hc, 2007 | 39.00 |
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Houghton, Arthur & Lorber, C. | Seleucid Coins: A Comprehensive Catalog, Part 1: Seleucus I Ð Antiochus III New standard work for the series, replacing Newell . 2v, 488+300p/101pl, 8x11", hc, 2002, List $225 | 199.00 |
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Houghton, Arthur & Lorber, C. | Seleucid Coins: A Comprehensive Catalog, Part 2: Seleucus IV Ð Antiochus XII; New standard work for the series, replacing Newell . 2v, 536p+119pl, 8x11", hc, 2008, List $295 | 265.00 |
| 5) ETHNOGRAPHIC - ODD & CURIOUS
MAIN STOCK: PRIMITIVE
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| Florine, Ivan | Africa Mint Catalog Both a marketing tool for a series of African collector-coins and a pictorial gallery of African ethnographic monies. Some coins show money forms (Katanga cross, Mambilla, Manilla, throwing knife, etc.) and not all variants are catalogued in KM. Gallery of 231 ethnographic monies (30pp.) is not comprehensive nor referenced (and some of dubious monetary status), but the photos and tribal attributions are useful. Multilingual. Insert with specs. & valuations. 105p, sc, 5.75x8.25", 2006 | 29.50 |
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Thurlow, B.K. & Vecchi, I.G | Italian Cast Coinage: Italian Aes Grave / Italian Aes Rude Signatum and the Aes Grave of Sicily Standard introduction and catalog for the earliest and proto-coinage of the Romans. Political, social, economic, numismatic history plus detailed catalog, maps, x-ref to older works, valuations. 50p+82pl, 7.5x10", hc, 1979. This hardcover with 82 plates is still in print at the publisher's original price of $15, but my price is even lower: | 9.75 |
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Glar, Wilfried | Afrikanische Reife (Series) A series of five books covering African bracelets by tribal groups: V.1, Senufo, 78p, 2002R07, 250+ items; V.2, Kapsiki, 80p, 2003, 100 items; V.3, Lobi, 2003; V.4, Grunshi, 2004; V.5, Volta Region, 148p?, 2006, 244 items? Excellent color photos of some outstanding pieces, arranged by tribe (or sub-tribe) and series, with remarks on symbolism, use, etc. Large bibliography. German text. These are very limited editions whch the author occasionally sells on eBay. All are OP; I am seeking copies for my own library. | |
| 6) GENERAL
MAIN STOCK: ANCIENTS EUROPE GENERAL WORLD EXONUMIA
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Feller, Ray & Steve | Silent Witnesses: Civilian Camp Money of World War II Comprehensive coverage of Concentration Camp, Ghetto, Internment Camp, and Displaced Person Camp monies, including background on issuing camps, numbered catalog with excellent color photos and valuations, and perioid photographs. Coins, banknotes, stamps, coupons, tickets & related items are listed. Format is similar to World War II Remembered and production values are top-notch. Valuations in the hundreds and thousands of dollars reveal the rarity of these tragic numismatic ephemera. 168p, 8.5x11", sc, 2007 Available for about $40 from Bill Rosenblum | |
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Levinson, Robert | The Early Dated Coins of Europe, 1234-1500 Extensive history of early dated coinage worldwide; photo & drawing-illus. catalog of over 1000 basic types, plus varieties; photo glossary, maps, indexes on legends, patron saints, mints & early coin-issuing states are useful to all collectors of Medieval coins; price guide. 284p+4cpl, hc, 2006?, List $85 Publisher's REVIEW; Contributor's REVIEW. | 79.50 |
| Mevius, J. | Speciale Catalogus van de Nederlandse Munten 2007 ed. Covers all Dutch and colonial coins from 1795, including East Indies, with good photos and values in 4 grades. 244p, 5x8, sc, 2006 | 17.50 |