Description This book is all about the $10 gold eagle coin series (U.S.), covering every date and mintmark from 1795 through 1933. Includes updated pricing, population / surviving specimen data, and auction records, giving collectors a look at how many coins are known in various conditions and what they sell for. Foreword by Douglas Winter. Written by Q. David Bowers. The narrative covers the political, social, and economic backdrop of the eagle: how much these coins circulated, how many were melted, stories like the California Gold Rush, the “bank holiday” in 1933, shipwreck recoveries, etc. It provides collecting guidance: recommended grades, smart buying tips, commentaries (for instance, on condition, strike, eye appeal), and full-color images so collectors can compare and visually evaluate. Specifications Spec Detail Pages 448 pages Size / Format Paperback (softcover), full color; ~ 6 × 9 inches ISBN-10 0794848370 Publication Date December 15, 2020 (2nd edition) Why It’s Valuable to Collectors Because many gold eagles were melted or lost, knowing population and survival data is critical — this book provides that, so collectors can assess rarity more intelligently. The historical narration gives context to the condition, distribution, and even why certain dates/mints are more scarce. That often influences value. The full-color images and commentary allow you to see what features, strike quality, and condition look like in good examples — helps avoid overpaying or misidentifying. Auction records show what people are actually paying in modern markets, which helps for setting realistic expectations.
