Important Numismatic Books / Важные книги по нумизматике

Important Numismatic Books presents the complete catalog of George Frederick Kolbe’s Sixteenth Annual New York Public Auction Sale, held December 6, 1997. This digital edition reproduces the original auction catalog in PDF form, ready for instant download after purchase.

The catalog was issued in conjunction with the New York International Numismatic Convention and showcases a remarkable range of scholarly works on coins, medals, and paper money.

Book Overview

This auction catalog describes hundreds of lots of rare numismatic literature. Featured collections include the Leon Hermes Russian Library, the Richard T. Johnson Masonic Library, works from the author’s own library, further selections from the library of Dr. Pierre Bastien, and works on American paper money from the Ray Ellenbogen Library.

The sale covers ancient, medieval, modern, and American numismatics, with special emphasis on pre-revolutionary Russian material. It includes a foreword by Randolph Zander, auction conditions, a geographical and topical index, and an author and collection index.

What You’ll Discover Inside

• A complete rare book auction catalog from December 6, 1997
• Descriptions and estimates for hundreds of numismatic titles
• Special sections devoted to the Hermes Russian Library and Johnson Masonic Library
• Coverage of ancient Greek, Roman, Byzantine, Islamic, Russian, and American numismatics
• An author, firm, and collection index to key numismatic literature
• Book size and condition guides used by the auction house

Why This Book Matters

This catalog documents an important sale in the history of numismatic book collecting. According to the introduction, it was the most significant Russian numismatic offering since Sotheby’s 1981 sale of the Landry collection.

It also provides a practical reference to the classic works of Russian, Masonic, and general numismatic literature, many of which remain rare today.

Book Details

Device Compatibility

This is a digital download, so no physical item will be shipped. Access is available immediately after purchase.

The PDF can be read on desktop computers, tablets, smartphones, and compatible e-reader apps. Most PDF reading applications, including Kindle apps and Adobe Reader, can open this file.

FAQ

When will I receive the book? Immediately after purchase, the PDF is available for download from your account.

Is a physical copy shipped? No. This listing is for a digital file only.

What devices can I use? The PDF works with most devices and reading apps that support PDF files.

This catalog is a useful resource for numismatic researchers, collectors, and booksellers. Download your copy today and explore a landmark auction of rare numismatic literature.

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