Coins proved to be an efficient vehicle of exchange not only locally, but between different areas, since the coins were small and contained intrinsic valu. Even keep track of your coin collection in an online database. His book on the coins of the british commonwealth of nations, part iv india. Coins of the british commonwealth of nations to the end of the reign of george vi 1952 part i european territories. Reference books for the coins of british india 18621947. Ancient coins 600 bc to ad 700 114 hindu coins of medieval india ad 700 to 1600 1520 sultanates coins of islamic india ad 712 to 170021 25 coins of mughal empire ad 1500 to 1857 2656 coins of independent kingdoms ad 1500 to 1835 5781 princely states of india ad 1785 to 1948 82129 ex pridmore collection of eic proof coins. Pridmore s works set the standard for scholarship on colonial asian series. Coins and coinages of the straits settlements and british malaya, 1786 to 1951. Pridmore the coins of the british commonwealth of nations.
Newman numismatic portal at washington university in st. Puddester to produce a listing of additional east india company coin types that had been identified since the publication of major pridmores catalogue of coins. With a presentation inscription to somer james signed by the author. Apr 10, 2020 many of these coins were cut up to make change this is where the two bit phrase comes from, and countermarks were commonly added by small shops silversmiths, jewelers who also specialized in adapting foreign coinage for local use. Below are names and data of some of them, though i dont have them. Reference books indian coins and paper money company. Coins of southern india original 1886 version, oversize 10x with fullsize plates. Look up coin prices and values to see how much your collection is worth. This reality is reflected in the selection of the title, money of the american colonies and confederation. This is probably the bible for british india coin collectors. The coins of the british commonwealth of nations to the end of the reign of george vi 1952. Since 1942, the blue book has been the annual reference used by u. Pridmore and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices.
The coins of the british commonwealth of nations part 3 west indies by pridmore,f and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles. Pridmore, and are fascinating pieces of numismatic history. Pridmore, f coins of the british commonwealth of nations. British commonwealth coins 16491971 world coin catalog. I have legally copied complete rare books at a fraction of the price of the antique book dealers. The coin of the british commonwealth of nations, to the end of the reign of george vi, 1952, part 1, european territories.
The coins of the british commonwealth of nations to the end of the reign of george vi 1952, part 4. European territories, recorded various uniface pieces, cast in imitation of the jersey 112th of a shilling. Jan 23, 2017 the practice of using coins as a medium of trade began during the iron age in the 7th and 6th centuries bc, in greece, anatolia, india and china. Usa coin book an easy and simple way to buy, sell, auction off and keep track of coins online. The coins of the british commonwealth of nations to the end of the reign of george vi 1952, part 4 india, volume 1. The market for indian coins has developed considerably in that time and the need for an uptodate reference work with current values has been apparent for some time. I worked at krause at the time the pridmore book came out. I the coins of the british common wealth of nations iv india volume 1 and 2 by major pridmore.
These books are rather expensive, but occasionally available. This was probably my first book on world coins and is an excellent catalog for the. Asian territories by fred pridmore, london, 1965, 337 pages, well illustrated, decorated blue cloth, top edge soiled else fine. Get the best deal for antique book press from the largest online selection at. Apr 02, 2014 many of the coins in the arielle collection have a connection to the numismatic legend, major f. Coins of the british commonwealth of nations to the end of the reign of george vi 1952, the part 3. Most of the coin collecting books are published every year. This catalogue presents a list of all coins known to have been issued by the east. Coins and coinages of the straits settlements and british. Colin bruce spent weeks checking the listings in pridmore against the scwc listings.
New 2020 guide book of united states coins official red book hardback. Tattered original soft covers rebound on card stock. The 3rd image shows the table of contents ie which countriesterritories are covered in major fred pridmore s classic book. The coin of the british commonwealth of nations, to the end of the reign of george vi, 1952, part 1, european territories f. Regarding starburst countermarks on counterstamped coins that circulated in the caribbean, see pridmore s book. Connect with dealers, other coin collectors and put coins up on your wishlist look up coin prices and values and ask for coins on your wishlist to make offers for. Pridmore and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. This book titled coins and coinages of the straits settlements and british malaya 1786 to 1951. In order to set up a list of libraries that you have access to, you must first login or sign up. The coin of the british commonwealth of nations, to the end. Details about coins british commonwealth part 3 west indies pridmore 364pages hardcover. Pridmore, f, the coins of the british commonwealth of nations.
Pridmores work had appeared in 1975 and, together with the subsequent book on the uniform coinage, published in 1980, was the most comprehensive catalogue of british indian coinage that had appeared. On one occasion i was able to join ken in a visit to old pridmore, as ken used to call him, at his residence in taunton. Pridmore, f the coins of the british commonwealth of nationspart 3west indies bermuda, british guiana, british honduras and the british west indies london, spink, 1968. Pridmore and compare prices find signed collectible books by f. The coins of the british commonwealth of nations part 3 west indies by pridmore f hard cover book r 2750 tel. Find the reference books that will help you become more familiar with minting errors and varieties, and the coin cases or coin holders youll need to store your discoveries, all at wizard coin supply at the best discount prices. Then set up a personal list of libraries from your profile page by clicking on your user name at the top right of any screen. Paul stevens first book, the coins of the bengal presidency is an essential reference work for anyone interested in this period of indian history, british colonial history and east india company coinage. Including books about straits settlements, sarawak, malaya, british north borneo, portugal dinhiero, chinese coins, united states and medieval coin making.
The uniform coinage of india 1835 1947 a catalogue and. World coin collecting reference books chiefa coins. Mar 08, 2012 a 14 title of free coin books for you to download. Part 4 india, volume 1 east india company, presidency series c. Books about coins, paper money, gold and silver bullion.
East india company part 1 the coins of the bengal presidency dr. Many collectors are introduced to new coins and enhance their appreciation of familiar coins by browsing coin collector books for the first time. Pridmore the coins of the british commonwealth of nations to the end of the reign of george vi 1952. Snippet results will appear in the newman portal search results. I still remember this visit must be second half of the 70s rather well. It has extensive information about most british india coins. Shri gev kias the author of this book he is not only very good collector of coins himself of this period and also identified many new unlisted 1 rupee coins.
Coins of british india this is an exhalent book for those who collect british india coin from 1835ad to 1847ad. This book is gratefully dedicated to major fred pridmore as he above all numismatists living or dead has made by far the greatest contribution to. I can tell you from experience that just about everything in the pridmore india book is in the krause standard catalog of world coins now a volume for each century. Pridmore, in his book, the coins of the british commonwealth of nations, part 1. The blue book is a coin price guide that informs you on the approximate amount of money you can expect to get if you sell your coins to a coin dealer. Some history books are also available in this list. Variety identification is an acquired skill and one that is usually sharpened by reading and revisiting your coin book library as you grow your. The coins of the british commonwealth of nations part 3 west.
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