Gain access to one of the greatest numismatic treasure troves with “America’s Greatest Treasure Ship: The SS Central America” written by Q. David Bowers with Dwight N. Manley. Q. David Bowers is a prominent numismatist and author of numerous books on coin collecting. Dwight N. Manley is known by numismatists worldwide for facilitating the gold found on the SS Central America. Within the pages of this book, you’ll find high resolution color images of every numismatic item found aboard the ship, from Gold Double Eagles and Seated Liberty Dimes to territorial gold coinage and California gold ingots. This monumental book details the history of the California Gold Rush that forever changed America, the tragic story of America’s greatest shipwreck, the SS Central America, and the victorious recovery of the gold artifacts found aboard its wreckage. With a foreword by Bob Evans, chief scientist and historian for the salvage of the SS Central America, this book gives insight to the treasure hunter’s mind. This hardcover edition of “America’s Greatest Treasure Ship: The SS Central America” makes a great addition to any numismatist’s library.