American Coin Treasures and Hoards

American Coin Treasures and Hoards chronicles significant coin discoveries and collections throughout U.S. history. Author Q. David Bowers documents both famous finds and lesser-known accumulations of rare coins, drawing from historical records and firsthand accounts. The book provides details about the circumstances of each discovery, from sunken ships to forgotten bank vaults. Bowers includes information about the collectors, dealers, and institutions involved in preserving these numismatic treasures, along with photographs and descriptions of notable specimens. The text incorporates market values, grading information, and historical context for the coin varieties found in each hoard. Technical details about storage conditions, conservation methods, and authentication processes are presented throughout the chapters. This comprehensive work serves as both a reference guide and a reflection on how buried treasures and forgotten collections have shaped American numismatics. The accounts demonstrate the ongoing influence of major discoveries on coin collecting and market dynamics.

Readers consider this an accurate reference book documenting over 100 coin hoards and discoveries in American numismatic history. Readers appreciated: - Detail and documentation of each hoard's discovery - Photos and illustrations - Stories behind major finds like the S.S. Central America treasure - Clear writing style that maintains interest - Historical research and primary sources Criticisms: - High retail price ($89.95) - Some coverage gaps of recent discoveries - Limited information on certain lesser-known hoards Ratings: Amazon: 4.7/5 (12 reviews) Goodreads: 4.1/5 (8 ratings) Notable reader comments: "The human stories behind the discoveries make this more than just a reference book" - Amazon reviewer "Price is steep but worth it for serious collectors" - Numismatic Literature Guild forum member "Could use more details on modern hoard finds from the past 20 years" - CoinTalk.com review

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🏺 The book details the dramatic story of the S.S. Central America shipwreck, which contained thousands of 1857 gold coins and was discovered in 1988, over 130 years after sinking 📚 Author Q. David Bowers has written more than 50 books on numismatics and is considered one of the most prolific and influential coin authors in American history 💰 The text explores how many significant coin hoards were discovered during the Great Depression, when people retrieved long-hidden savings from mattresses, walls, and floorboards 🔍 The book reveals that the famous 1804 silver dollar was not actually minted in 1804, but was struck in 1834-1835 for diplomatic presentation sets 🏦 Several major hoards detailed in the book were found in bank vaults, including the famous "Home Bank Hoard" of over 1,500 Morgan silver dollars discovered in a Norfolk, Virginia bank in 1934