The Numismatist, February 1985, Volume 98, and similar items

February 1985 issue of The Numismatist, the official monthly publication of the American Numismatic Association (ANA). Key details from the cover and search results: Focus of the magazine: As indicated by its title and subtitle "FOR COLLECTORS OF COINS, MEDALS, TOKENS AND PAPER MONEY", The Numismatist is dedicated to numismatics, the study and collection of currency, including coins, tokens, medals, and paper money. Featured Article: The cover highlights an article on "Unissued National Bank Notes," a topic relevant to paper money collecting. National Bank Notes were U.S. currency issued by private national banks chartered by the U.S. government from 1863 to 1935, backed by U.S. bonds. Publisher: The American Numismatic Association (ANA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to educating and encouraging people to study and collect coins, paper money, tokens, and medals. Historical Context: The February 1985 issue was priced at $2.50, reflecting the pricing of that era. The magazine itself has a long history, with its inaugural issue published in 1888. Content: The Numismatist features articles by leading experts, collecting and grading tips, news, and various columns exploring different facets of numismatics, such as U.S. and world coins, paper money, and counterfeit detection Ships from South Carolina.