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COMMEMORATIVE COIN TALES
Foreword by Ken Bressett
This book explores the history behind 72 classic commemorative US coins — the sculptors, the promotors, the politicians and the history. Each vignette is a fascinating four-page night-time read.
(Extracts from Ken Bressett’s foreword) In reading this book you are about to embark on a journey through the history and meaning of a group of special commemorative coins made in the United States to honor persons, places and events dear to the hearts of Americans. I am sure you will find the author’s descriptions and comments both educational and inspiring. Perhaps it will stimulate you to delve even further into the entertaining world of numismatics to discover for yourself the multitude of stories that exist for coins of all stripes from all ages, as well as for all countries. It is a pursuit that has unfortunately been ignored by far too many, and way too often.
What you are about to see is one man’s journey into the fascinating world of numismatics. His passion for the subject is obvious, and likely infectious. His intent in writing this account is to inspire and pass on to his family some of the reasons he has dedicated part of his busy life to the study and collecting of these very special coins. His experience had its own flavor and direction as seems to be true of most of us who delve into the expansive world of numismatics. There are no set rules or boundaries to the way collectors enjoy the hobby. Each sets his or her own course and objectives. Each derives from the experience a sense of satisfaction, pleasure and achievement consistent with the amount of time and effort invested. Research has shown that having an absorbing hobby is not only a healthy pursuit but also fosters a happy long life. I would encourage all who read this book to look even further into the subject and discover for yourself the rich rewards of numismatic study.
372 pages, profusely illustrated with color photos
74 full-page color coin photographs
hardback 8.5 by 11 inches landscape format
copyright 2019
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