{"product_id":"renniks-australian-new-zealand-tokens-values","title":"Renniks Australian \u0026 New Zealand Tokens Values","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRenniks Australian \u0026amp; New Zealand Token Values - 1st Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover the fascinating world of Australasian tradesmen's tokens with \u003cem\u003eRenniks Australian \u0026amp; New Zealand Token Values\u003c\/em\u003e, the most comprehensive and visually detailed guide ever published on this subject. Edited by Michael T. Pitt, this essential reference brings together decades of numismatic research from leading experts Paul Bickerton, Mike Loy, and Simon Gray, following in the footsteps of pioneers D.H. Skinner and G C. Heyde.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBetween 1849 and 1881, hundreds of privately issued copper tokens circulated across Australia and New Zealand. Created by merchants, publicans, and tradesmen to overcome chronic shortages of small change, these tokens became an everyday part of colonial life - each one a miniature record of enterprise and community spirit from the gold rush era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis full colour volume catalogues every known issuer from \u003cem\u003eAbraham, Lewis\u003c\/em\u003e to \u003cem\u003eWhite, Thomas \u0026amp; Son\u003c\/em\u003e, and includes clear photographs of both obverse and reverse sides at actual size. Each entry features denomination, date, mint details, rarity rating (R1-R10), and accurate market valuations across all grades from Very Good to Uncirculated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditional chapters provide historical background on the use of unofficial coinage in the colonies, explain rarity and grading standards, and define important numismatic terms to assist both newcomers and experienced collectors. Conversion tables link the Renniks catalogue numbers with earlier Andrews and Stokes systems, ensuring compatibility with classic reference works.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are cataloguing a family collection, researching local history, or expanding your professional numismatic library, \u003cem\u003eRenniks Australian \u0026amp; New Zealand Token Values\u003c\/em\u003e is the definitive guide to these remarkable pieces of Australiana.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete listings and photographs of over 500 token types from Australia and New Zealand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarket valuations based on major auction results and private treaty sales\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed rarity scale and grading descriptions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCross-references to earlier catalogues for easy identification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHistorical essays on colonial coin shortages and token production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContributions from Australia's most respected token specialists\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA must-have for collectors, historians, dealers, and museums alike, this book preserves an important chapter in the monetary and social heritage of Australasia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 978-0-9805248-9-5\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Renniks Publications, Sydney\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardcover, 2012, 128 pages\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"jonahlumes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48532547862628,"sku":"RATV","price":39.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0788\/5206\/3332\/files\/RANZTV-Cover-3D-scaled.jpg?v=1780871730","url":"https:\/\/jonahlumes.com.au\/products\/renniks-australian-new-zealand-tokens-values","provider":"jonahlumes","version":"1.0","type":"link"}