United States Paper Money

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The critically-acclaimed United States Paper Money is the definitive collector's price guide and comprehensive history of United States paper currency from federal issues introduced during the Civil War to modern-day cash. Written by renowned numismatists Arthur L. and Ira S. Friedberg, the ninth edition of this best-selling guide is printed in stunning color and includes more than 650 high-resolution images, xx listings, the Friedberg numbering system, and updated retail values for 2026.

This detailed reference provides a catalog and price guide for federal notes from $10,000 down to $1 face value, Treasury notes of the War of 1812, encased postage stamps, Fractional Currency, error notes, and uncut sheets. The book also explores topics such as signatures on U.S. currency; grading standards; star notes; the Bureau of Engraving and Printing; how cash is designed, printed, and distributed; and how to collect, store, and care for collectible paper money. Featuring more than 20,000 market valuations from recent sale and auction records, real-world analysis of the paper-money field, and the knowledge of recognized hobby leaders, and combines the standard Friedberg cataloging system with retail values in multiple grades for each note.

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More than 20,000 market valuations from recent sale and auction records, real-world analysis of the paper-money field, and the knowledge of recognized hobby leaders All federal series from $10,000 down to $1 face value, Fractional Currency, Treasury Notes of the War of 1812, encased postage stamps, error notes, and uncut sheets More than 650 full-color images Combines the standard Friedberg cataloging system with retail values in multiple grades for each note Appendix on the signature combinations of the Treasurer and Secretary All-new feature: Top 100 prices realized at auction, 2022-2023 Glossary, bibliography and introduction by numismatist/paper-money expert David Ganz History of U.S. paper money How to collect U.S. paper money Quote

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