--- product_id: 50626357 title: "The World Encyclopedia of Coins & Coin Collecting: The definitive illustrated reference to the world's greatest coins and a professional guide to ... collection, featuring over 3000 colour images" price: "$40.81" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/50626357-the-world-encyclopedia-of-coins-and-coin-collecting-the-definitive store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # 200 countries covered 3000+ vivid coin images History from 7th century BC The World Encyclopedia of Coins & Coin Collecting: The definitive illustrated reference to the world's greatest coins and a professional guide to ... collection, featuring over 3000 colour images **Price:** $40.81 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🌟 Unlock the world’s richest coin stories—collect like a connoisseur, not a collector! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The World Encyclopedia of Coins & Coin Collecting: The definitive illustrated reference to the world's greatest coins and a professional guide to ... collection, featuring over 3000 colour images - **How much does it cost?** $40.81 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/50626357-the-world-encyclopedia-of-coins-and-coin-collecting-the-definitive) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Global Scope:** Explore coinage from 200 countries, ancient regimes to modern-day treasures. - • **Fast & Secure:** Same-day dispatch before noon with guaranteed packaging and hassle-free returns. - • **Expert Insights:** Learn to evaluate coin grade, condition, and value like a pro with step-by-step guidance. - • **Timeless Reference:** NewMint condition, durable hardback designed to last through your collecting journey. - • **Visual Masterclass:** Over 3000 full-color, life-size coin images bring history to your fingertips. ## Overview The World Encyclopedia of Coins & Coin Collecting is the definitive, fully illustrated guide featuring over 3000 color images and detailed histories from 200 countries. Updated in 2020, it offers expert advice on coin evaluation, restoration, and preservation, making it an essential resource for both novice and seasoned collectors seeking to deepen their knowledge and build spectacular collections. ## Description Newly updated in 2020, this is the definitive illustrated reference to the world's greatest coins and a professional guide to building a spectacular collection, featuring over 3000 colour images. The ultimate expert guide to coins and coin collecting, this is an in-depth introduction to the origins, anatomy and usage of coins looks at the birth of the world's first currencies. Practical advice on evaluating grade and condition that will enable the amateur to gauge the value of their latest acquisitions, and step-by-step techniques show how to restore and preserve coins of all ages. The fully-illustrated country-by-country directory contains concise and lively histories of modern-day territories and ancient regimes, plus engrossing stories of some of the most remarkable coins in existence. This is a full-colour global guide to world coinage, from its origins in the 7th century BC to the present day, featuring coins and collectables for 200 countries. It provides an expert guide to understanding the value and identity of coins, with insights into dates, metals, denominations, shapes, mintmarks, and portraits. A thorough introduction details the history of coin production around the world, from the origins of coinage in the seventh century BC, to its subsequent development by Alexander the Great, Cleopatra and Napoleon, through to its role in today's society. It includes over 3000 life-size colour images of wonderful coins, including the boat-shaped issues of ancient Byzantium, the bronze tokens of the Chinese dynasties, the emergency World War One issues, the Vatican coins, and many more. Review: Ideal for someone who wants to learn about coins and currency - I wanted a book for my 9 year old who has recently started collecting coins. Many of the books available are more about the value of coins but this one is nice as it is more aimed at learning about the coins themselves. Highly recommended for new collectors or anyone interested in learning about the history of coins and currency. Review: Brilliant book - This book is very informative, loads of great pictures to identify my coins that I've found. Its a large hardback book so will last too, I go metal detecting so its ideal for me and anyone who collects coins this book is a must buy.. ## Features - New - Mint Condition - Dispatch same day for order received before 12 noon - Guaranteed packaging - No quibbles returns ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | 131,810 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 12 in Antique & Collectable Gold & Silver 23 in Antique & Collectable Reference & Price Guides 32 in Antique & Collectable Coins, Medals & Seals | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 421 Reviews | ## Images ![The World Encyclopedia of Coins & Coin Collecting: The definitive illustrated reference to the world's greatest coins and a professional guide to ... collection, featuring over 3000 colour images - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81mEVA0KTEL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Ideal for someone who wants to learn about coins and currency *by M***E on 7 November 2021* I wanted a book for my 9 year old who has recently started collecting coins. Many of the books available are more about the value of coins but this one is nice as it is more aimed at learning about the coins themselves. Highly recommended for new collectors or anyone interested in learning about the history of coins and currency. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Brilliant book *by M***K on 20 June 2013* This book is very informative, loads of great pictures to identify my coins that I've found. Its a large hardback book so will last too, I go metal detecting so its ideal for me and anyone who collects coins this book is a must buy.. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nice quality/Hardback book *by M***. on 17 February 2025* Not what I was inspecting. I was looking more for a picture reference book with some detail to each coin with a photo. I have kept the book & maybe when I'm more experienced I will appreciate it. ## Frequently Bought Together - The World Encyclopedia of Coins and Coin Collecting: The Definitive Illustrated Reference to the World's Greatest Coins and a Professional Guide to ... 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