Do you know…Who the models were for the Indian Head nickel?Why it's called the "Orphan Annie" dime? Which foreign ruler was the first to appear on a U.S. coin? The answers to these and many more stories, myths and mysteries of coin history are featured in the exciting book, Fascinating Facts, Mysteries & Myths About U.S. Coins. This compilation of intriguing tales is based some on fact and some on fiction, but either way the stories make for interesting reading.
In addition to 23 chapters of intriguing stories, you'll also discover historical numismatic notes and tales related to the topics covered in each chapter.
Binding: Paperback
Edition: 1st
Publication Date: October 2009
Size: 6x9
Pages: 240
Customers Also Bought
Customers who bought this item also bought...
America's Money, America's Story |
Color Coded Single Row 2x2 Box (Brown/Half) |
Numismatic Art in America: Aestics of United States Coinage |
Color Coded Single Row 2x2 Box (Tan/Large Dollar) |
