Whitman Publishing’s Guide Book of United States Coins, also known as the Red Book, now in its 72nd edition, has a long and storied history. Noted numismatists John and Nancy Wilson share their thoughts.
Stack’s Bowers Whitman Expo Auction Top Five
Even before their two internet auctions concluded, the Stack’s Bowers Official Auction of the Whitman Baltimore Spring Expo brought it $4.7 million, sales which included a rare Paquet 1861-S.
Highlights From The Stack’s Bowers Official Auction of the Whitman Summer Expo
The specialists at Stack’s Bowers Galleries have offered some insights into a few of the wonderful selections from their official coin auction of the Whitman Coin & Collectibles Summer Expo.
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Q. David Bowers Says Numismatics Is “The Key to Living Longer”
Studies show that hobbies such as numismatics give older adults a greater sense of purpose, especially when that hobby is a life-long passion.
Jeff Garrett Pays Tribute to Kenneth Bressett, “Red Book” Editor Emeritus
Jeff Garrett, recent past president of the American Numismatic Association, has been named senior editor of the Guide Book of United States Coins (popularly known as the “Red Book”). Here he pays tribute to friend and mentor Kenneth Bressett, the book’s longtime editor, as Ken retires this year into the role of editor emeritus.
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Kenneth Bressett named first Editor Emeritus of the Red Book
Kenneth Bressett, longtime editor of the Guide Book of United States Coins (popularly known as the “Red Book”), has retired into Whitman Publishing’s newly created position of Editor Emeritus.
Guide Book of Franklin and Kennedy Half Dollars Has Expanded
The updated and expanded new third edition of A Guide Book of Franklin and Kennedy Half Dollars, by professional numismatist Rick Tomaska will be available nationwide on May 8, 2018, and can be preordered online.
Meet PNG’s 2018 Young Numismatist Scholarship Recipient
The Professional Numismatists Guild has selected Michigan State University student Andrew Blinkiewicz, 21, of Kalamazoo, Michigan, as the recipient of their 2018 Young Numismatist Scholarship.
Stack’s Bowers Sold Rare $1000 Bill Notes at the Whitman Baltimore Expo
One of the highlights of the Whitman Baltimore Spring Expo this year was Stack’s Bowers Galleries official auction of the Joel. R. Anderson Collection Part I, in which two rare $1000 notes sold for almost $1 million each.
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Dennis Tucker at the Whitman Baltimore Spring Expo, Kids Korner, and More
Noted Whitman author Dennis Tucker spent some time exploring the recent Whitman Baltimore Spring Expo, with all the excitement it had to offer, especially at Kids Korner and giveaways at the Whitman Books booth.
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