Private Gold Coins and Patterns of the United States Donald H. Kagin From the earliest days of our country, there was almost always a shortage of specie precious metals. The great gold strikes of the mid-1800¹s changed all that, dramatically producing a flood of wealth, but politics prevented mints from being built in these new goldmining areas. Many private companies rushed in to fill this void, establishing private mints in such gold-producing regions as South Appalachia, California, Utah, Oregon and Colorado and averted a monetary crisis in these areas. The story of this hearty breed of pioneer coiner is told in these pages. Life on the frontier was an exciting experience, and Private Gold Coins and Patterns of the United States captures this excitement. The stories of the men from rogues to Mormons makes for fascinating reading. In addition to learning about this little-known period in our history, there are eight appendices ­ one a numismatic first: a complete and comprehensive catalog of private gold coins, listing every known issue, its date, denomination, edge characteristics, weight, rarity, brief description, and photograph. Autographed copy of Donald Kagin's book Private Gold Coins and Patterns of the United States ........$29.95       WORLD'S OLDEST LIVING PIONEER The Story of America's Gold Rushes with Donald H. Kagin, Ph.D. Don Kagin has the distinction of being the first person to earn a Ph.D. in numismatics. His comprehensive research in pioneer and territorial gold coinage was the basis for the book, Private Gold Coins and Patterns of the United States. In this 38 minute presentation with color slides, Don dresses in the character of the "world's oldest pioneer" to share with you, first hand, the story of America's gold rushes and the coins struck as a result. 38 minute tape of the "History of the Gold Rush" told by the Oldest Living Pioneer ........$29.95                 Modern Marvels "The Mint" The story of our nation's various mints from colonial times through today including Private and Pioneer mints of the gold rushes. Government officers and numismatic experts, including Dr. Donald Kagin, are interviewed. History's Mysteries "Ship of Gold" The story of the wreck of the Central America Steamer in 1857 with over $1,000,000 worth of California gold bullion and coins. It's subsequent discovery and salvaging efforts are graphicly depicted and today is now worth over $100,000,000 making it the most valuable treasure ever found. Salvagers, maritine historians, coin experts, including Dr. Kagin, are interviewed.     Home | Inventory | About Kagin's | Send Us Your "Want" List | Expert Services | Specialty Items | Contact Info | Kagin's Free Mailing List | Auction Representation | Kagin's Korner | FAQs | Send Us An E-Mail - 1-888-8KAGIN'S 98 Main Street #201 Tiburon, CA 94920 Email: info@kagins.com