About the author:

Q. David Bowers is best known for his work as a historian of American coins and has authored numerous books, including detailed cataloging of coins, auction records, and historical accounts. His writings have shaped the understanding of American numismatics and are highly regarded in the field.

Bowers has been involved in various prestigious numismatic institutions, including TAMS. He played a significant role in auction houses, serving as an expert consultant and advisor, and was instrumental in organizing major coin auctions. Throughout his career, Bowers has been recognized with numerous awards for his outstanding achievements in numismatics. His long-standing influence on both the academic and commercial aspects of numismatics has left a lasting legacy. Today, he is considered one of the foremost authorities on US coins, particularly in the areas of historical coin cataloging and valuation, and continues to be a leading voice in the numismatic community.

About the books:

Guide to U.S. Shell Cards 1867-1880 by Q. David Bowers, 2014. Hardbound, 360+ pages, full color catalog of US shell cards. The first book-length treatment of these early examples of American advertising tokens. Over 1,000 shell cards described and most illustrated in color. The study includes a history of shell cards, their makers, and rarity information for many pieces.
$46 post-paid

A Tune for a Token, second edition, by Q. David Bowers, 2019. Hardbound, 234 pages; illustrated in color throughout. The standard work on the subject of tokens produced for use in automatic musical instruments.
$26 post-paid

Checks should be made payable to the Token and Medal Society and sent to:

TAMS, Larry Baber
PO Box 20196
El Cajon, CA 9202

For more information on the Token and Medal Society (TAMS), see:
https://www.tokenandmedal.org/