Zyrus Press, a publisher of coin collecting books, periodically sends me copies of soon to be released books. I read the book, write a review, post it on this site and the book is mine to keep. It’s a pretty good deal for all involved. Zyrus Press and the authors get publicity for their books, I get to read a new coin book and you get to learn about a new coin book.

They contacted me two days ago with two books that are available to review, but I don’t have time right now. Initially I thought I’d pass, but then it occurred to me that one of you might be interested in getting a free coin book, reading it and writing a review to be published on this site for all to see.

If this works out well we may be able to do more of it in the future. Here are the two books.

Numismatic Photography, 2nd edition by Mark Goodman

World’s Greatest Mint Errors by Mike Byers

It’s first come first serve so email me with your name, email address and which book you’re interested in reviewing. If you’re chosen to review the book, I’ll have the publisher send the book straight to you.

Update: Both books have been claimed. Thanks your interest!

1. Where is the Mint mark on a 1949-S Roosevelt dime?

2. Who is shown on horseback on a 1981 20-balboa commemorative coin?

3. What is a “Barr note”?

4. What two U.S. Mints struck over-date dimes in 1942?

5. What was the approximate value of coins produced by the Royal Canadian Mint in 1981?

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1. Which way does Kennedy face on the half dollar?

2. What is an NCLT coin?

3. The letter I and numeral 9 refer to which Federal Reserve Bank?

4. Is an indented error an example of a planchet, die or striking error?

5. How many coinage denominations were authorized in 1792?

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1. How many raised bars appear on a Bar cent?

2. The Phillipines struck a 1-peso coin dated 1947 showing a portrait of whom?

3. The letter K and numeral 11 refer to which Federal Reserve Bank?

4. Can a planchet split before striking, during or either?

5. What is the English name of the numismatic society of Mexico?

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1. What is the athlete preparing to throw on a 1983 Olympic dollar?

2. What composition is a dekadrachm?

3. The new Hebrides at one time used paper money of what country?

4. What is the face value of coins in a 1981 Uncirculated Mint Set?

5. What are the two dates appearing on U.S. Bicentennial coins?

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