The legendary Mega Red catalog has made a triumphant return, with Whitman Brands announcing the release of the tenth edition of Mega Red: A Guide Book of United States Coins, Deluxe Edition—described as bolder, more powerful, and more comprehensive than ever before.
Titled Mega Red X, this supersized companion to the iconic Official Red Book serves as the ultimate reference for U.S. coin collectors, dealers, and researchers. The new edition features more than 18,000 listings of coins, tokens, medals, sets, and related collectibles, along with over 100,000 market values drawn from up to 13 collectible grades, powered by Greysheet data, plus more than 1,100 auction records. It includes thousands of full-color images, CPG retail pricing, and seamless integration with Greysheet Identification (GSID) numbers.
A standout highlight is the in-depth special feature on more than 130 years of $5 Half Eagle gold coins (1795–1929), offering expanded study and fresh insights into this classic series. The book also incorporates updated U.S. Mint information, the latest numismatic discoveries, and enhanced coverage of patterns, significant varieties, misstrikes, and error coins.
Additional new elements include featured chapters and essays by prominent experts such as Jeff Garrett (including a “2026 Market Report”), Beth Deisher (on “Chinese Counterfeits”), and Paul Gilkes; cross-references to major variety attribution systems (such as Cohen, Sheldon, Newcomb, Logan & McCloskey, Overton, VAM, and Fivaz-Stanton); special essays on David W. Rittenhouse and upcoming U.S. Semiquincentennial coinage; and more.
Building on the foundational legacy of R.S. Yeoman, Q. David Bowers, and Kenneth Bressett, the tenth edition is edited by John Feigenbaum and Jeff Garrett, with contributions from more than 90 leading numismatic experts.
“Whether you’re building a collection, researching a rarity, or pricing for today’s market, Mega Red X is one of the most important catalogs ever published on United States coins,” said John Feigenbaum, President and CEO of Whitman Brands. “This tenth edition reflects the collaboration of dozens of contributors and the most current data available anywhere in print.”
Jeff Garrett added, “This tenth edition represents a true team effort and a major step forward for advanced collectors. We’ve expanded the depth of pricing, strengthened our research, and added important specialty coverage—especially in areas like Half Eagles, varieties, and modern issues. Mega Red X is designed not just to inform, but to help collectors make smarter decisions in today’s marketplace.”
Spanning over 1,000 pages in a streamlined, collector-friendly design, the book covers the full spectrum of American coinage—from colonial issues to the latest Mint releases.
The tenth edition is published by Whitman, the trusted name in numismatic literature. It is available in softcover ($69.95) and a limited-edition numbered leatherette hardcover ($99.95). The book can be purchased at Whitman.com, Whitman’s eBay store, Amazon, Walmart.com, bookstores, hobby shops, and other retailers nationwide.
A limited quantity of the 500 numbered hardcover editions will be available for author signatures at the Whitman Expos™ Spring Baltimore Expo on March 5, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. ET, offering collectors a special opportunity to obtain a personalized copy.
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This major release underscores Whitman Brands’ ongoing commitment to providing top-tier resources for the numismatic community as the hobby continues to evolve. Coin club members are encouraged to add this essential reference to their libraries.