Handbook of United States Coins 2026: Official Blue Book

#1 Guide to Dealer Prices!

The Handbook of United States Coins--the trusted resource relied upon daily by U.S. coin dealers--returns in its 83rd edition. Wondering if your coins are worth a fortune? The Official Blue Book(R) provides essential pricing information, showing what dealers are paying for U.S. coins from colonials to modern bullion. With easy-to-follow grading guidelines and comprehensive price charts, this authoritative guide offers a practical, real-world view of the U.S. coin market.

Expand your knowledge with in-depth coverage of:

• Colonial and early American coins
• Federal coins, including all modern programs
• Commemoratives
• Proof and Mint sets
• Silver, gold, platinum, and palladium bullion

"The Blue Book, first published in 1942, has introduced generations of collectors to the hobby, covering every U.S. coin from colonial times to today. Whether you're a novice or an expert, it's essential for understanding what dealers might offer for coins you want to sell."

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

New for 2026:

• Nearly 10,000 listings
• Updated research and the latest Mint data
• Market values using industry-standard Greysheet(R) Wholesale pricing
• Historical information and specifications for each coin type
• Actual-size photographs, grading and collecting tips, and much more!

For more than eight decades now, collectors and dealers alike have trusted the Blue Book for pricing, insights, and more!