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DoubleDime
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Has anyone read "In God We Trust" or "1849 - The Philadelphia Mint Strikes Gold" ? If so your thoughts please.
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DoubleDime
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Any readers ?
I have read neither, but I am calling in a friend as he may be able to comment, and now that you mention the titles, I may also be interested.
How about you @BustDMs ... any insight?
“We are only their care-takers,” he posed, “if we take good care of them, then centuries from now they may still be here … ”
Todd - BHNC #242
I believe I have the second publication, but have not read it. Actually, I have several coin reference books I have not read.... I use some books for specific information on coins I may have or be considering. Or specific research on items or areas of interest. Cheers, RickO
I have 1849: The Philadelphia Mint Strikes Gold. The book encompasses far more than the title implies, starting with the early Mint and leading into the 1830's coinage revision and steam press, with political forces described to 1861. Sources are broad and include archival materials with lots of illustrations. The authors use facts to subjectively editorialize throughout the book, most of which I agree with.
Highly recommend.
I very seldom use books anymore.
Have not seen the first one, but have the 1849 book. Read it cover to cover during Christmas week 2016.
Not in my library but the 1849 one will be.
A: The year they spend more on their library than their coin collection.
A numismatist is judged more on the content of their library than the content of their cabinet.
I have both in my library. Have not read 1849 Philadelphia Mint Strikes Gold but have read and can recommend In God We Trust.
ANA-LM, CWTS-LM, NBS, TAMS, ANS
I totally agree with @Nysoto 1849: The Philadelphia Mint Strikes Gold was simply outstanding. Let me also mention that @nysoto 's book about Robert Scott was also absolutely top notch. Both books are great, enjoyable reads.