The Official Blue Book® – 83rd Edition (2026)
#1 Guide to Dealer Prices Returns
The Handbook of United States Coins, better known as the Official Blue Book®, returns in its highly anticipated 83rd edition — the trusted resource U.S. coin dealers have relied on for more than 80 years.
If you’re considering selling a collection or simply want to understand what your coins may realistically bring in today’s market, the Blue Book provides pricing based on what dealers are actually paying — not retail asking prices.
Fully updated for 2026, this edition features nearly 10,000 listings, the latest U.S. Mint data and values grounded in the respected Greysheet® Wholesale pricing standards.
Inside you’ll find:
• Dealer “buy” prices across all major U.S. coin series
• Expanded coverage of early American and federal coinage
• Commemoratives, Proof and Mint sets
• Precious metal bullion coins in silver, gold, platinum and palladium
• Coin specifications and actual-size photographs
• Easy-to-follow grading guides
• Practical tips for collectors at every level
From colonial coppers to modern bullion issues, the Blue Book covers the full spectrum of U.S. coinage in one comprehensive volume.
As former U.S. Mint Director David Ryder notes,
“Whether you’re a novice or an expert, it’s essential for understanding what dealers might offer for coins you want to sell.”
An indispensable guide for anyone buying, selling or evaluating U.S. coins.
