Robert J. Kravitz's The Collector's Guide to Postage and Fractional Currency: The Pocket Change of the Union is a renowned reference book, awarded the 2004 Literary Award by the Professional Currency Dealers Association (PCDA). This newly updated and expanded second edition provides current market values and trends for U.S. postage, fractional currency and small-denomination notes issued during the Civil War when coin shortages led to widespread hoarding. With over fifty years of expertise, Kravitz delivers more than twenty pages of new research and rare historical insights, making this guide an essential resource for collectors and numismatists alike.
Key Features:
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Over 200 pages dedicated to U.S. postage and fractional currency
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Hundreds of full-color images for easy identification
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Individual rarity ratings for each note
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Price valuations in up to 8 different condition grades
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Expanded historical context and expert collecting advice