The Coin Collector's Survival Manual

The preeminent consumer advocate in the numismatic field.--New York Times From one of the world's most knowledgeable coin dealers--a former consultant to the Federal Trade Commission often quoted by the Wall Street Journal--comes a thorough update of his consumer protection handbook to buying and selling rare and valuable coins. Bestselling, award-winning author Scott A. Travers combines insider information on the latest trends in coin collecting with his influential How to Make Money in Coins Right Now. Beautifully illustrated with black-and-white photographs and a full-color insert, The Coin Collector's Survival Manual is indispensable for seasoned collectors and novices alike. One of the most important coin books ever written.--New York Times In The Coin Collector's Survival Manual you'll learn how to: - Understand coin grading systems - Detect altered, counterfeit, and doctored coins - Know when to buy and sell--and when not to- Buy coins through Internet auctions--and avoid the pitfalls- Safeguard and protect your coins from disaster BOOK OF THE YEAR WINNER--NUMISMATIC LITERARY GUILD Praise for The Coin Collector's Survival Manual: The book on rare coins you can't afford to be without. --NewsweekA book that should be read before a single coin is bought--and read again and again! --Coin World BUY IT - USE IT - BECOME AN EXPERT(TM)