The ultimate gold coins book is back! This new edition of the Standard Catalog of® World Gold Coins is 1,439 pages of more than 400 years of gold coins, from every region of the world.

The jewels of many a thief, outlaw, pirate and highwayman, the world's gold coins are at the center of timeless stories of gold-rush tales and historic royal-worthy battles. They also help provide a unique record of the settlement of new frontiers, establishment of pioneer trading routes, and the evolution of kingdoms, communities and clans.

Inside this must-have mammoth you'll find:

• More than 35,000 photos of coins in actual-size
• Up-to-date market values in up to five condition grades
• Listings organized alphabetically by country
• Handy denomination index, bullion value chart, foreign exchange table
• Descriptions with detailed weight and measurement data – a key in detecting counterfeits

This book is your perfect companion as you adventure into the intense modern gold coins market.