In a coin market that is always changing it"s good to have a reference catalog that not only helps you survive the changes, but also helps your coin collection thrive. That"s what 2012 Standard Catalog of World Coins 1901-2000 does, and does well.This top-selling coin guide contains nearly 1 million values for coins minted around the world, between 1901 and 2000.With few exceptions, the values stated in this new 39th edition have risen from those of previous cases, and in some cases, the values have increased substantially – based on market demands. In addition to current values, this book also contains 60,000 actual-size illustrations of coins – including the front and back (obverse and reverse). These illustrations are great for helping to accurately identify coins – which is an essential part of grading and pricing your coins.With listings for gold, platinum, palladium and silver coins, this book also helps you chart a course of success in today"s turbulent precious metals market by providing you with: Total coin weightFinenessActual precious metalTrusted by everyone from researchers and collectors to dealers and historians, this book is the one coin guide you need.