Best Antique & Collectible Precious Metals Books of 2025

The Rockhounding Encyclopedia is the ultimate guide for identifying and collecting over 100 gemstones, minerals, fossils, and geodes. With GPS coordinates for over 530 rockhounding sites in the US, this book is a must-have for any passionate rockhound. It offers a practical, step-by-step approach to recognizing rocks at first sight, and teaches how to buy and sell gemstones online to expand your collection. The book is full of color pictures and provides essential rockhounding tools to stay safe and maximize fun during your next rockhounding trip. Overall, this book is an excellent resource for both beginners and experienced rockhounds alike.

The CoinHub by Blake Alma is a comprehensive guide to the world of U.S. coin errors. With stunning photographs and detailed descriptions, Blake explores the history, value, and beauty of rare and unique coin errors, providing readers with a closer look at some of the most famous and sought-after examples. But this book is more than just a guide to coin errors. With an accessible writing style and a wealth of knowledge, Blake offers a valuable resource for anyone interested in the fascinating world of numismatics. The CoinHub is a must-read for collectors and enthusiasts alike, and a valuable addition to any coin collection.

The Coin Collecting Bible: [5 in 1] The Most Complete and Updated Guide from Beginners to Advanced to Buy and Sell the TOP Coins of All Time is a comprehensive guide for those looking to build a profitable coin collection. The book offers valuable insights on how to become a professional coin collector, different collecting methods, and how to make big money in the coin market. It also provides tips on buying and selling rare coins, avoiding costly mistakes, and creating a profitable business with your coin collection. Overall, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in coin collecting as a serious investment.

The Complete Guide To Error & Valuable Coins 2000 - 2022 is a 190-page guide that features over 400 high-resolution images of error and valuable coins from the year 2000 to 2022. This book is an essential read for coin roll hunters who want to be successful in their search for valuable coins. The guide covers topics such as coin production, types of errors, tools needed for coin hunting, determining a coin's value and authenticity, and selling coins. It also includes sections on penny treasure hunting, valuable nickels, dimes, quarters, and half-dollars. Overall, this book is a valuable resource for coin enthusiasts and collectors.

Moonwatch Only: The Ultimate OMEGA Speedmaster Guide is a comprehensive and technical reference book for collectors and enthusiasts of the iconic Omega Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch. The book includes updated models, serial range, and popularity index, as well as 17 new Speedmasters and 120 new illustrations. The authors present a complete panorama of the Moonwatch in a systematic work that is both technical and attractive, making it the inescapable reference book for this legendary watch. The book sets a new standard for watch books and is a must-have for every Speedmaster collector.

The Coin Collecting Bible by UrGod is the ultimate guide for both beginners and experienced collectors who want to turn their hobby into a profitable investment. This comprehensive book covers everything from coin collecting basics to international coins and investing secrets. It also includes a glossary of terms to help readers navigate the coin market with ease. The author's passion for collecting and investing in coins shines through, making this book an engaging and informative read. Overall, the Coin Collecting Bible is a must-have for anyone interested in building wealth through coin collecting.

Miller's Antique Marks is an essential tool for antique collectors, providing more than 6,000 marks to help identify and date antiques. The book covers a wide range of antiques, including silver, ceramics, glass, and costume jewelry. The author, Judith Miller, is a renowned expert in the field of antiques and collectibles, having appeared on popular shows such as the "Antiques Roadshow" and the "Martha Stewart Show." This pocket-sized guide is perfect for those who want to quickly and easily identify their antique finds. While marks should not be relied upon completely, this book is a valuable resource for any collector.

"Coin Collecting for Beginners" is a comprehensive guide that provides a step-by-step approach to starting and maintaining a coin collection. The book covers everything from the basics of coin collecting to identifying and valuing coins, as well as tips for buying and selling. It even includes a section on how to avoid scams and counterfeit coins. The author's easy-to-understand language and helpful recommendations make this an excellent resource for anyone interested in numismatics. Overall, "Coin Collecting for Beginners" is a must-read for anyone looking to start this fascinating hobby and make a lucrative investment."

The Rockhounding Bible: [10 in 1] The Ultimate Complete Guide to Find, Identify and Collect 100+ Precious Gems, Minerals, Geodes and Fossils is an essential resource for anyone interested in rock collecting. This FULL-COLOR EDITION includes 10 books in 1 and covers everything from rockhounding basics to crystal healing. The guide offers step-by-step techniques to recognize gems, minerals, and fossils, as well as essential tools and equipment. The book also includes an extensive list of rockhounding sites in the United States. Overall, this is a fantastic resource for beginners and professionals alike.

The Coin Inventory Log Book is a must-have for all coin collectors. With 120 pages, the book is designed to catalog and record purchases and coin collections. The soft cover with a matte finish and printed on white paper make for a durable and easy-to-use journal. The book is an excellent reference guide for collectors to keep track of their coins and ensure their collections are complete. Overall, the Coin Inventory Log Book is an essential tool for any serious coin collector.