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V29 2026 INDEX E-SYLUM ARCHIVE

The E-Sylum: Volume 29, Number 15, 2026, Article 2

Here's another group of selected lots from Alan Workman's numismatic literature sale closing April 25, 2026. -Editor

Lot 7: Anthony, John. COLLECTING GREEK COINS. Longman Group Ltd., New York. 1983. 12mo. (6), 301, (1) pages. original pictorial card covers. Maps. Suggested Reading. B&w coin photos throughout. English text. Near Fine. This book is a practical, introductory guide tailored specifically for hobbyists looking to navigate the vast world of ancient numismatics. It provides a historical and geographic framework, using maps and over 530 photographs to help collectors identify and appreciate the artistry of Hellenistic coinage. Rather than being a dense academic catalog, it focuses on making the field accessible by offering essential background information and tips on building a meaningful collection. Lot weight: 1 lbs 0oz. Subject(s): Ancient Greek Coinage.

Lot 23: Birdsall, Clair M. THE UNITED STATES BRANCH MINT AT DAHLONEGA, GEORGIA - ITS HISTORY AND COINAGE. Southern Historical Press, Easley. 1984. 4to. xvi, 122, (6) pages. original red cloth, black title block, gilt. First edition. Maps. Tables. Appendix. Bibliography. 6 color coin plates. B&w photos throughout. English text. Fine. This book is the definitive numismatic reference for the Dahlonega Mint, prized for its detailed analysis of the gold coinage produced there between 1838 and 1861. It provides essential data for identifying and evaluating the rarity of gold dollars, quarter eagles, three-dollar pieces, and half eagles, including year-by-year mintage figures and historical context on the die varieties. Because the Dahlonega Mint exclusively struck gold in limited quantities, this out-of-print text is considered an indispensable tool for serious collectors looking to authenticate and understand the provenance of these high-value, southern-minted coins. Lot weight: 1 lbs 10oz. Subject(s): United States Mint History.

Lot 26: Bolender, Milfred H. THE UNITED STATES EARLY SILVER DOLLARS FROM 1794 TO 1803. Bebee's Inc., Omaha. 1969. 4to. 71, (3) pages. original blue cloth, gilt. Second Revised Edition. Grading guide. 9 b&w coin plates. 1971 valuations sheet laid in. English text. Very Good. This book is the "bible" for identifying and attributing early United States silver dollars minted between 1794 and 1803. Before modern minting processes, each coin was struck using hand-engraved dies, resulting in hundreds of tiny, unique variations - such as the positioning of stars, the number of berries on a branch, or "errors" in lettering. Bolender established the definitive "B-number" system (e.g., B-1, B-2) to categorize these die varieties, which allows collectors to determine the rarity and specific history of an individual coin [4, 14]. Owning the Third Revised Edition is essential for any numismatist looking to distinguish a common early dollar from a high-value, rare variety that might otherwise be overlooked. Lot weight: 1 lbs 9oz. Subject(s): United States Coinage.

Lot 34: Bowers, Q. David. AMERICAN COIN TREASURES AND HOARDS AND CACHES OF OTHER AMERICAN NUMISMATIC ITEMS. Bowers & Merena Galleries, Wolfeboro. 1997. 4to. 456 pages. original pictorial boards. Inscribed by the author. First edition. Appendix. B&w photos throughout. English text. some foxing along the edges, else Fine. This book is a treasure map of historical data and a cautionary guide to the "buy the book before the coin" philosophy. Q. David Bowers meticulously chronicles hundreds of accounts of discovered American coin hoards - from small backyard finds to massive shipwreck recoveries like the SS Central America. Beyond just storytelling, it provides invaluable context on how these hoards impacted the rarity, market value, and availability of specific coin series, making it an essential reference for understanding the provenance and "population" of the coins in your own collection. Lot weight: 3 lbs 8oz. Subject(s): United States Coinage, Buried, Sunken Treasure.

Lot 43: Briggs, Larry. THE COMPREHENSIVE ENCYCLOPEDIA OF UNITED STATES LIBERTY SEATED QUARTERS. Larry Briggs Rare Coins, Lima. 1991. 4to. vi, (2), 255, (1) pages. original pictorial card covers. Inscribed by the author. First edition. Glossary. B&w coin and detail photos throughout. English text. Fine. This book is the "bible" for the Liberty Seated Quarter series (1838–1891). Its primary value lies in its exhaustive die variety analysis, which uses a specialized numbering system to help collectors identify rare sub-types and specific die marriages that aren't listed in general price guides. By providing detailed historical context and high-quality visual references, Larry Briggs enables collectors to attribute their coins with professional precision, making it an essential tool for anyone looking to build a specialized or "deep" collection of this classic American silver series. Lot weight: 1 lbs 15oz. Subject(s): United States Coinage.

Lot 50: Burzio, Humberto F. DICCIONARIO DE LA MONEDA HISPANOAMERICANA. Fondo Historico Y Bibliografico, Santiago. 1956-1958. 4to. xix, (1), 327, (3); 453, (5); (6) pages. original matching tan printed card covers. Three volumes complete: Volumes I (A a LL), II (M a Z), & Laminas. Line illustrations. 116 b&w coin plates. Spanish text. Very Good. This work is the definitive "Bible" for documenting Spanish-American colonial and post-colonial coinage. It acts as an exhaustive inventory, meticulously cataloging types, mints, and technical specifications of coins minted across the Americas under Spanish rule. While Volumes I and II provide an alphabetical reference of historical context and terminology, the Volume III Atlas is the most prized by collectors; it contains over 100 photographic plates illustrating approximately 700 rare specimens, making it an indispensable tool for identifying and authenticating high-value pieces. Lot weight: 6 lbs 7oz. Subject(s): Spanish American Coinage.

Lot 65: Cassidy, Daniel G. THE ILLUSTRATED HISTORY OF FLORIDA PAPER MONEY. Daniel G. Cassidy, Jacksonville. 1980. fo. vi, 248 pages. original pictorial card covers. First edition. Map. Population figures. b&w historical and currency photos throughout. English text. Fine. This book serves as a vital numismatic reference for identifying and valuing the diverse paper currencies that circulated in Florida before the mid-20th century. It provides detailed documentation of obsolete bank notes, territorial issues, and National Bank Notes, which are often rare and highly localized. By categorizing these notes by city and issuing institution, the guide helps collectors navigate the complex history of Florida's private and state-chartered banks, making it an essential tool for verifying the authenticity and rarity of specimens from the 19th and early 20th centuries. Lot weight: 2 lbs 2oz. Subject(s): United States Paper Money.

Lot 104: Davis, David J., Russell J. Logan, Allen F. Lovejoy, John W. McCloskey & William L. Subjack. EARLY UNITED STATES DIMES 1796 - 1837. John Reich Collectors Society, Ypsilanti. 1984. 8vo. xvi, 279, (1) pages. original blue cloth, lettered in silver, jacket. First edition. Tables. Diagrams. Graphs. Appendix. Bibliography. B&w coin photos throughout. English text. Fine. This book is the "bible" for attributing and understanding Draped Bust and Capped Bust dimes. Rather than just listing dates, it provides a scientific breakdown of every known die marriage (the specific combination of front and back dies used) through the JR numbering system. It is an essential tool for collectors who want to go beyond a basic set and instead hunt for rare sub-varieties, understand survival rates, and accurately grade the earliest silver dimes struck by the U.S. Mint. Lot weight: 2 lbs 8oz. Subject(s): United States Coinage.