Whitman Encyclopedia of Mexican Money, Volume II

Volume 2 of the Whitman Encyclopedia of Mexican Money is an illustrated history and price guide covering in depth the modern coins of Mexico. Included are issues of the coinage reform of 1905; the coinage reform of 1992 to date; commemoratives; Mint and Proof sets; silver bullion coinage (1949, 1978 1980); gold medallic coinage (1953 and 1957); Mexican gold coins; the silver, gold, and platinum Libertad series of 1982 to date; the Pre-Columbian Collections coin programs; and modern variety and error coins.Illustrated essays study the coinage emblems from the Aztec Calendar Stone, the history of design styles of the Mexican heraldic eagle, and many other cultural topics related to Mexican coinage.Series is written and edited by internationally recognized experts Don and Lois Bailey, with the collaboration of dealers, collectors, museum curators, government officials, and other specialists. Richly illustrated in full color, with retail prices in multiple grades; the book's scholarly value is increased by a glossary, bibliography, a complete index, and other research resources. It will be the standard reference for generations to come. 474 pages, hardcover, color, 6 x 9 inches. Read more