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As I'm getting a bit more into currency collecting, I'm noticing things about the Friedberg design and note numbering system that seem just a bit off. I use the Friedberg design number as my primary U.S. currency type set definition.
I know a lot of the odd things I see are simply a result of evolution of the system first developed almost 70 years ago, as new designs are introduced or older design definitions are modified based on re-evaluation or new discovery. Other things I find are are less clear.
To satisfy my own curiosity, I decided to start picking up some older editions of "Paper Money of the United States" to go along with my 21st and 22nd editions. I found the 1964 5th edition and 1972 7th edition already (both very inexpensive), and they should be arriving this week. I'll be looking forward to start digging into this a bit more.
Depending on how that goes, I may start looking for additional editions. Ideally, I'd like to get a 1953 1st edition, but I'm not sure how feasible that is. I've done a lot of Google searches, but to no avail. Anyone have a good source for older numismatic books such as this?
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I don't have much to add regarding your main question, other than they are probably sought after being the first edition. I picked up the 1968 sixth edition a couple weeks ago at my local coin show for $5. I am not a big currency collector, but I like the thought of having this in my library. I am surprised how inexpensive they are, just wish it was printed in color  Suffering from bust half fever. Want to learn how to attribute early half dollars by die variety? Click Here: http://goccf.com/t/434955Shoot me a PM if you are looking to sell bust halves. |
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Maybe try Kolbe & Fanning? Or perhaps they only have coin books—I'm not sure.
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I am surprised how inexpensive they are Same here. The 5th and 7th editions I bought were under $10 each, plus shipping; both were hardbacks and appeared to be in excellent condition based on the pics provided and the descriptions. However, I'd guess that, like a lot of books, getting a 1st edition may take some patience to find one available for purchase. And would probably be a lot pricier... Edited by hokiefan_82
04/05/2022 01:59 am
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Maybe try Kolbe & Fanning? Thanks, Spence, I took a look and while they do have some interesting texts on paper money, I found nothing from Friedberg. Member of SPMC, FCCB, ANA and ANS. My U.S. Classic Commemorative Complete Set: https://www.NGCcoin.com/registry/co...sets/278741/Edited by hokiefan_82
04/05/2022 01:57 am
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I just found a 1959 3rd edition on ebay, also for under $10. These 3 books should give me a good start on my little project... |
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