Whitman® Red Book Series #25: A Guide Book of Continental Currency and Coins - History, Values, Collecting

📖 Definitive Reference – Explores the history of Continental paper money (1775–1779) and the mysterious 1776 Continental dollar coin, with expert research and analysis.💰 Market Values & Comparisons – Includes detailed pricing, rarity insights, and comparisons of market performance across time.🖼️ Rich Visuals – Features large, full-color images of every Continental Currency bill and dollar coin, highlighting details, symbolism, and artistry.🔍 Historical Insights – Examines mottoes, emblems, counterfeiting issues, and the economic struggles of the Revolutionary War era.⭐ Essential for Collectors & Historians – A trusted Red Book Series volume, blending history, art, and numismatics into an indispensable resource.Only weeks after the “Shot Heard ’Round the World,” the Continental Congress authorized its very first issuance of paper money—an ambitious act rooted in the hope of independence rather than in reserves of silver or gold. Continental Currency, plagued by counterfeiting, depreciation, and distrust, nonetheless marked a critical step in the economic foundation of the new United States. Its legacy continues to shape American money today.In A Guide Book of Continental Currency and Coins, readers will discover the complete story of Revolutionary-era paper money and the enigmatic 1776 Continental dollar coin (or medal). This richly illustrated reference explores the origins, symbolism, and artistry of Continental issues, with large, full-color images of every bill and dollar, detailed valuations, market performance comparisons, and numismatic insights from leading researchers. It blends history, economics, and numismatics into a definitive guide to one of America’s most fascinating and mysterious monetary chapters.“After reading the Guide Book of Continental Currency and Coins you will have a much greater understanding and appreciation not only of the currency and coins of the Revolutionary period, but also of the hardships faced by our forefathers in shaping this great nation.” — from the foreword by Christopher R. McDowellImmerse yourself in the fascinating world of Revolutionary-era money with the all-new A Guide Book of Continental Currency and Coins, part of Whitman’s renowned Red Book Series. This acclaimed series spans nearly 30 volumes, each providing in-depth coverage of specific U.S. coin types and programs featured in the Official Red Book. Read more