History Of The United States Mint and Its Coinage

by David W. Lange, Mary Jo Mead (Contributor)

In conjunction with the American Numismatic Association, author David W. Lange and researcher Mary Jo Meade present a fascinating look into the history of the United States Mint. From its roots in the pre-colonial eras, through independence and confederation, the intriques, tribulations, and triumphs of the 1800's, and into the modern day-through war, peace, famine, earthquakes, gold rushes, good times and bad-we follow the twists and turns of one of the federal government's most intriguing bureaus. This hard cover book features vintage photographs and documents throughout. Hundreds of enlarged, high-detailed images of American coins, tokens, medals and much more to enjoy! Hardcover.

Genres: History

190 pages, Hardcover

First published April 30, 2005

Reviews

[Autumn Kearney · Rating 4 out of 5]

History of the United States Mint and its Coinage is a sweeping overview of money here. It starts with wampum and furs and veers off into coinage otherwise known as change. Since most people don’t carry change these days this would be aimed at an even smaller niche market than when it was originally published.

[Guillermo · Rating 3 out of 5]

More like a general survey of American coinage with some chapters about the mints. Not well edited or organized, but filled with fun facts.