Q. David Bowers

Quentin David Bowers is an American numismatist. Beginning in 1953, Bowers’s contributions to numismatics have continued uninterrupted and unabated to the present day. Bowers has published more than 50 books on many aspects of coin collecting and rare coins in his long and distinguished career.

Bowers is best known for his work in the field of rare coins and has received numerous awards for his contributions. He has been called "America's numismatic ambassador to the world" and has been successful in bringing the hobby of collecting coins into the mainstream.

Bowers has written over 50 books on various aspects of numismatics. Some of his most well-known works include "A Guide Book of United States Coins", which is commonly referred to as the "Red Book" and is considered the bible of U.S. coin collecting, as well as "The Whitman Encyclopedia of U.S. Paper Money" and "The Guide Book of Morgan Silver Dollars".

Q. David Bowers' books can be found in many bookstores, both online and brick-and-mortar. They are also commonly available through numismatic literature dealers and coin shows. Additionally, many libraries have copies of his books that can be borrowed.

Yes, Q. David Bowers has received numerous awards and accolades throughout his career. He was inducted into the Numismatic Hall of Fame in 1994 and has been honored by various organizations for his contributions to the field of numismatics. One of his most prestigious awards is the Farran Zerbe Memorial Award, which is the highest honor given by the American Numismatic Association.