Part of the Strategy Guide Series, this book is the perfect tool for the collector or investor of Walking Liberty Half Dollars. Jeff Ambio presents his seasoned knowledge and insightful tips for the most beneficial collecting and investing tactics. Ambio's work on Walking Liberty Half Dollars is one of a kind -- the only book available on the subject -- and offers a complete and up-to-date guide to smart collecting and investing Walking Liberty Halves. This book consists of detailed analyses of each Business Strike from 1916-1947 and Proof Issues from 1936-1942. Strike, luster, rarity analysis, pricing data, prices realized and significant examples are examined and each coin is imaged in a high-resolution format for sharp detailed photos.

With an image of Liberty emblazoned on the obverse, the 19th and early 20th century Barber dime represented a pinnacle of classical American coinage. Within this guide is current information on pricing, auction records, strike, luster, population and rarity rankings.

Numismatic expert Jeff Ambio introduces the general public to the coin collecting market in this simple and entertaining guide on how to sort through old family coins. By the end of What to Do With Granddaddy¿s Coins, readers will be equipped with the knowledge (and a self-made list of coin values!) to confidently approach the cutthroat coin market. All the basics of handling granddaddy¿s coins are covered. Included are chapters on supply lists, how to care for coins, what makes a coin valuable on today¿s market, and the benefits and drawbacks of contacting dealers. Step-by-step directions will prepare readers to identify and approximately value their coins. Reading this guide will equip the non-coin collector with the knowledge to discuss their coins with familiarity and understanding in the numismatic market. An indispensable tool for anyone who came into a coin collection, this book will prepare readers to approach other experts and make wise choices when handling various coins. Learn how to successfully sell granddaddy¿s coins without squandering any valuable treasures!

Modern commemoratives and American Eagles are the answer for today's collector who wants to make a secure investment without spending thousands of dollars. New issues from the U.S. Mint struck in silver, gold and platinum have great potential for investment growth, if you key in on low mintage strikes. Modern Commemorative Coins will show you how to: • Include modern coins in your self-directed IRA • Include numismatic investments as part of your estate plan • Select coins that have the best chance of increasing in value Take the next step beyond collecting State quarters and Presidential dollars to the exciting world of rare modern coins. Collect coins that combine beauty with tangible assets to create family heirlooms.

In A Guide Book of Franklin and Kennedy Half Dollars, Tomaska explores the rationales behind the coins' values, and gives added commentary on exceptional and highly toned specimens. Along the way, he explores transitions in Mint craftsmanship and reveals why Franklin and Kennedy half dollars represent the end of an era. Study the histories of these coins and of the statesmen they commemorate. Explore how Proof coins are made. Learn the inside story on how Proofs are graded. Enjoy the detailed, illustrated guide to "Full Bell Lines" Franklin halves.