The Official Red Bookr a Guide Book of United States Coins, 2026 - 79th Edition by R S Yeoman Hardcover

About the Book

The Bible of United States Coins: Catalog & Values Since 1946

With over 25 million copies sold, A Guide Book of United States Coins--the world's #1 best-selling price guide and numismatic reference--returns better than ever in its completely reimagined and redesigned 79th edition.

New for 2026:

• Over 32,500 coin prices for more than 12,000 listings
• A completely redesigned, larger format
• An easier-to-use layout
• Fun Fact Spotlights to enhance your collecting journey
• Updated research and the latest U.S. Mint data
• Market values featuring Greysheet(R)-based pricing and GSIDSM numbers for seamless integration across the Whitman family of products

Book Synopsis

All-New, Redesigned and Reimagined for 2026!

With over 25 million copies sold, A Guide Book of United States Coins--the world's #1 best-selling price guide and numismatic reference--returns better than ever in its completely reimagined and redesigned 79th edition.

New for 2026:

• Over 32,500 coin prices for more than 12,000 listings
• A completely redesigned, larger format
• An easier-to-use layout
• Fun Fact Spotlights to enhance your collecting journey
• Updated research and the latest U.S. Mint data
• Market values using Collector's Price Guide (CPG) Retail pricing and Greysheet Identification (GSID) numbers to seamlessly identify and link each coin across the entire Whitman family of products

Winner, 2025 Extraordinary Merit Book on United States Coins (Numismatic Literary Guild)

Since 1946, collectors around the globe have relied on this trusted guide for its grade-by-grade coin values, historical insights, detailed specifications, high-resolution photographs, and accurate mintage data. Wondering, What's this coin? How rare are my coins? How much are they worth? The 2026 edition of The Official Red Book(R), affectionately known as the Red Book, answers these questions and so much more.

Take a journey through America's numismatic history, exploring early New England coinage, Wild West Morgan Dollars, humble Lincoln Cents, and popular modern series, bullion programs, and dazzling gold coins, both old and new. This latest edition includes more than 2,000 full-color images and over 32,500 updated prices and auction records for more than 12,000 coins, tokens, medals, sets, and other collectibles.

Expand your knowledge with in-depth coverage of:

• Colonial and early American coins
• Federal coins, including modern series like the latest American Women quarters, Native American dollars, and American Innovation dollars
• Commemoratives, Proof coins, and Mint sets
• Territorial gold, Civil War tokens, and other historical pieces
• Puerto Rican, Philippine, and Hawaiian coins
• Silver, gold, platinum, and palladium bullion coins
• Error coins, Patterns, and more

Educational articles on topics such as investing, grading coins, and detecting counterfeits make this an essential resource for collectors of all levels. Engaging essays on the history of American coinage, third-party grading, and the modern rare-coin market provide a deeper understanding of what has been called "the hobby of kings."

These are just a few highlights of the insightful, captivating, and invaluable Red Book--the definitive reference for U.S. coins and the world's best-selling coin price guide.

Whether you're a seasoned collector or just starting out, the 79th edition of the Red Book is your essential companion for navigating the world of U.S. coins.

From the Back Cover

OVER 25 MILLION COPIES SOLD!

"I first received the Red Book as Deputy U.S. Treasurer and kept it close during both my terms as U.S. Mint Director. No other book has taught me more about U.S. coinage. Now in its 79th year, it's an essential resource."

-- David Ryder, 34th and 39th Director of the U.S. Mint

The Guide Book of United States Coins, the world's best-selling price guide and numismatic text, is back and better than ever in a completely redesigned 79th edition. What's this coin? How rare are my coins? How much is my coin worth? Find answers to these popular questions and much more inside.

New for 2026:

• More than 12,000 listings
• Completely redesigned, larger format
• Easier-to-use layout
• Updated research and latest Mint data
• Market values for coins using Greysheet-based pricing and GSID numbers

Colonial and early American coins - Federal coins, including all modern programs - Commemoratives - Proof and Mint sets - Territorial gold - Civil War and other tokens - Puerto Rican, Philippine, and Hawaiian coins - Silver, gold, platinum, and palladium bullion - Error coins - Patterns - and more!

Review Quotes

"I first received the Red Book as Deputy U.S. Treasurer and kept it close during both my terms as U.S. Mint Director. No other book has taught me more about U.S. coinage. Now in its 79th year, it's an essential resource."

-David Ryder, 34th and 39th Director of the U.S. Mint

About the Author

Richard S. Yeoman (1904-1988) was a pioneering American numismatist and writer best known as the creator of A Guide Book of United States Coins (the "Red Book"), first published in 1946. A visionary in the field, Yeoman also introduced Whitman coin folders and albums, helping generations of collectors organize and enjoy their coins. His work transformed U.S. coin collecting into a more accessible and popular hobby, earning him a lasting legacy as one of the most influential figures in numismatics.