Anyone know anything about the new book "United States Proof and Mint Sets" coming out soo

kranky

I saw this advertised in Coin World and went to the web site (newyorkmint.net) to get some more information but it doesn't really say much. It's written by Ron Guth and Bill Gale.

Does anyone know what is actually going to be in this book?

See update below describing book contents.

CarlWohlforth

I have no idea. But if anybody does please let us know. If it is good I'd like a copy...

Gilbert

Didn't Ron Guth author "Coin Collecting for Dummies?"

nucklehead

Gilbert,yes he did,I have a copy and it's pretty good.

cladking

Way cool. I'll have to pray that Gale's contributions aren't written by the
same person who wrote his scripts.

kranky

There was a small write-up in this week's Coin World about the book.

Summarized:
The 200-page hardcover book covers the coins, the original packaging, mintages, prices and die varieties. Real-size photos by Tom Mulvaney include obverse and reverse photos of all the coins and color photos of the original packaging. Includes extensive commentary. Much of the information on die varieties hasn't been published elsewhere. Photos show examples of toning and cameo, brilliant, and matte finishes. Also discusses the minting process and grading information.

cladking

Thanks Kranky. This sure makes my day.

wingedliberty

Bill Gale is one of the demonic forces affiliated with Coin Vault. I remember him moderating that
"THING". My suggestion is to ban this book.


Brian.

cladking

The sins of the father...