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V28 2025 INDEX E-SYLUM ARCHIVE

The E-Sylum: Volume 28, Number 36, 2025, Article 5

This fall, Whitman will release three new titles in its Red Book Series™: United States Type Coins, 4th Edition in early September, Private & Pioneer Gold Coins of the United States in mid-September, and Flying Eagle & Indian Head Cents, 4th Edition in October. -Garrett

Collecting all U.S. coins by date and mintmark is popular but can be difficult. The award-winning United States Type Coins introduces collectors to one of the most rewarding pursuits in numismatics: building a collection by coin type. This newly updated edition explores more than 250 distinct coin designs, from the nation's earliest half dimes of 1792 through today's American Innovation dollars. With mintages, grading guides, values in up to nine grades, hundreds of color photos, and GSID catalog numbers, the book is a complete reference for type-coin enthusiasts.

"Type-coin collecting is one of the most rewarding and accessible ways to explore American numismatics," said Jeff Garrett, Senior Editor of the Red Book. "Each coin tells a story—from early copper to modern clad issues—and together they form a panoramic view of our nation's coinage history."

Beloved by collectors for their artistry and history, Flying Eagle and Indian Head cents take center stage in this expanded edition by Richard Snow. Covering America's first small cents, struck from 1857 to 1858, and the iconic Indian Head series minted from 1859 to 1909, this reference offers detailed mintages, grading, die varieties, errors, exonumia, counterfeit detection, and values in up to nine grades (including Brown, Red-Brown, and Red). More than 400 full-color images bring these coins to life.

For the first time, Whitman's Red Book Series explores private and territorial gold coinage with Private & Pioneer Gold Coins of the United States. Written by Donald H. Kagin, Ph.D., and David J. McCarthy, this volume chronicles gold coins minted outside federal authority between 1786 and 1862. From Brasher doubloons to fractional gold pieces and massive $50 slugs, these coins reflect the ingenuity of America's gold-rush era and are presented with history, pricing in up to nine grades, Kagin and GSID numbers, and hundreds of photographs.

John Feigenbaum, CEO of Whitman Brands™, emphasized the importance of these releases in propelling the numismatic community forward—maintaining momentum and delivering fresh resources that fuel the hobby:

"We are incredibly proud of our team and our authors for pushing the Red Book Series forward with fresh updates and new coverage where needed. These upcoming titles, along with Red Book Quarterly (formerly CPG Coin & Currency Market Review), the Red Book Podcast with Jeff Garrett, Mega Red X, Red Book 2027, and other initiatives reflect our commitment to delivering trusted, innovative, and collector-focused resources."

"Working with authors like Jeff Garrett, Don Kagin, David McCarthy, and Richard Snow makes our job easy and rewarding. Our goal is to bring their passion and expertise to life, while standardizing the way we present content across the Red Book Series and balancing historical narrative with coin-by-coin analysis, market values, industry-standard reference numbers, and industry insight."

"Refreshing the Red Book Series—inside and out—has been a fun and collaborative process. From new covers to expanded market data to new titles, we're ensuring collectors have access to what they want most: up-to-date prices for popular series like silver dollars, timely revisions for ongoing series like quarters, expanded coverage for niche areas like private and territorial gold, and digital editions available in more retail outlets and accessible formats."

Whitman's Red Book Series™ comprises nearly 30 volumes, each dedicated to in-depth coverage of specific U.S. coin types and programs. Collectors enjoy stunning photographs, historical insights, grade-by-grade price charts, mintages, market analysis, collecting tips, and more. From Civil War Tokens and Continental Currency to Lincoln Cents and American Silver Eagles, the series has something for collector, investors, and history buffs alike. For the comprehensive listing of all series titles, visit Whitman. All updated and new volumes feature market values in the maximum number of grades based on the industry-standard Red Book Quarterly retail pricing, as well as Greysheet Identification (GSID) catalog numbers that easily identify and link a coin across the entire family of Whitman products.

Whitman confirmed forthcoming updates to cornerstone Red Book Series titles, including Morgan Silver Dollars (Vol. #1), Double Eagle Gold Coins (Vol. #2), Modern U.S. Proof Coin Sets, (Vol. #4), Lincoln Cents (Vol. #9), and United States Paper Money in 2026. Exciting new additions are also planned, such as Walking Liberty Half Dollars (a standalone volume) and Half Eagle Gold Coins (Vol. #29).

Published by Whitman®, the most trusted name in numismatic literature, all titles are available for order at Whitman, and will be available for purchase at Amazon, Ebay, Walmart.com, and bookstores, hobby shops, and other authorized retailers nationwide in the coming weeks.

For media inquiries, review copies, or interviews with the authors, contact Mike Pfeiffer at 757-955-0393, mike@whitmanbrands.com, or press@whitmanbrands.com.

Q. David Bowers is the most prolific and celebrated numismatic author in U.S. history. Over the course of his career, he has written more than 60 reference works, including many volumes in Whitman's Red Book Series, covering virtually every area of American coinage. A past president of both the American Numismatic Association and the Professional Numismatists Guild, Bowers has received nearly every major honor in the hobby for his scholarship, integrity, and dedication. His books, lectures, and mentorship continue to shape generations of collectors and researchers, making him one of the most influential figures in numismatics worldwide.

Rick Snow is a leading authority on Flying Eagle and Indian Head cents, with more than four decades of experience as a dealer, author, and educator. He founded Eagle Eye Rare Coins and the Fly-In Club, both of which remain cornerstones for collectors of small cents. Snow authored The Flying Eagle and Indian Cent Attribution Guide, now in its third edition, and pioneered the Eagle Eye Photo Seal program to uphold strict grading standards. His innovative PDS grading system further demonstrates his commitment to improving accuracy and transparency in numismatics, making him one of the most trusted names in the hobby.

Donald H. Kagin, Ph.D. is one of the most respected authorities in American numismatics and the first person in the United States to earn a doctorate in the field. His expertise centers on Pioneer gold coins, U.S. currency, and numismatic investments. Author of the award-winning Private Gold Coins and Patterns of the United States and a frequent contributor to leading publications, Dr. Kagin has advised governments, banks, and private collectors, while also serving as president of Kagin's, Inc., the nation's oldest family-owned numismatic firm. A sought-after speaker and educator, he has been a leader in advancing numismatic scholarship and collector education nationwide.

David McCarthy is Senior Numismatist and Researcher at Kagin's, recognized for his expertise in Pioneer gold and regulated gold coinage. Since entering the field in 2000, he has handled many of the greatest U.S. and world rarities and has consulted for banks, museums, grading services, and the Smithsonian Institution. A regular contributor to the Red Book and Coin World, McCarthy has also taught advanced courses for the American Numismatic Association and is widely sought as a lecturer and commentator. Known for his passion and keen eye for detail, he is regarded as one of today's leading numismatic professionals.