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Philippine Numismatics
PHILIPPINE NUMISMATICS REFERENCE SHELF
Philippine Numismatics: books & Publications
Every great collection begins with knowledge. These books reveal the history, context, and meaning behind Philippine coins, banknotes, and medals.
Explore the curated selection of reference books and publications useful for studying Philippine coins, banknotes, medals, and monetary history. This page is designed as a recommended reading shelf rather than a clickable catalog.
WHY THESE REFERENCES MATTER
Build Knowledge Beyond the Collection
These books provide the context, research, and reference needed to deepen your understanding of Philippine numismatics—connecting history, design, and collecting insight.
For Beginners
Use these references to understand the history, purpose, and evolution of Philippine currency before exploring more advanced collecting topics.
For Collectors
These books help with attribution, historical context, series identification, and a deeper appreciation of the pieces you collect.
For Researchers
These references reinforce knowledge through documented sources, helping validate information and guide more detailed numismatic research.
REFERENCE SHELF
Explore Books by Topic and Focus
These books are grouped to help you quickly find references based on your interests—whether you're learning the basics, studying coinage, or exploring specialized areas of Philippine numismatics.
General References
Start with foundational knowledge
Broad titles that provide historical context, background, and an accessible introduction to Philippine numismatics.
CASHAYSAYAN: A history of Philippine money
By Tahanan Books
Published in 2018, this book provides introduction to the stories, development, and historical background of Philippine money.
Related: Philippine Currency Timeline
BARILLA
Publications of the CB Money Museum
Published between 1974-1989, this is the official Money Museum publication issued by the then Central Bank of the Philippines, providing insight and updates on Philippine numismatics.
Related: Philippine Currency Timeline
YAMAN: History and Heritage in Philippine Money.
By Ambeth Ocampo
Published by BSP in 2020, this book traces the history of Philippine currency from pre-colonial gold to modern banknotes, showcasing the stunning numismatic collection of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas."
Related: Philippine Currency Timeline
Coins, Medals and Tokens of the Philippines - V1 & V2
By Aldo Basso
Published in 1968 and 1975, these books provides a comprehensive reference for cataloging and identification of coins, medals, and tokens of the Philippines.
Related: Philippine Currency Timeline
Coins and Coinage
Focus on coin series and design
Explore Philippine coin types, minting periods, design variations, and collecting insights.
United States Territorial Coinage For The Philippine Islands
By Neil Shafer
Published in 1961, this book provides history and pricelist of coins and medals issued during the American occupation of the Philippines.
Related: U.S.-Philippine Currency
U.S.P.I: Philippine Coinage Under American Sovereignty
By Eldrich Yap and Janssen Bantugan
Published in 2018, this book provides comprehensive visual compilation of U.S. Philippine coins from 1903-1946.
Related: U.S.-Philippine Currency
Specialized / Advanced Studies
Dive deeper into specific topics
Advanced references covering rare varieties, detailed research, and niche areas of Philippine numismatics.
Philippine Counterstamped Coins(1828-1939)
By Dr. Quint Jose Ma. Oropilla y Fortich
Published in 2001, this book provides an in-depth exploration of Philippine counterstamped coins from 1828 to 1939.
Related: Spanish Colonial Currency
RESELLOS FILIPINOS: Counterstamped and Countermarked coins of the Philippines
By Eldrich Yap and Janssen Bantugan
Published in 2018, this book provides a focused study of Philippine counterstamped and countermarked coins.
Related: Counterstamped Coins
PNAS Monographs
Publications of the Philippine Numismatic And Antiquarian Society
The monographs are a specialized research series published by the PNAS.
Related: Philippine Currency Timeline
Banknotes and Paper Money
Understand paper currency and issues
Books focused on Philippine banknotes, including series, security features, and historical context.
Philippine Emergency and Guerilla Currency of World War II
By Mathias Voigt, Kenneth Berger & Neil Shafer
Published in 2023, this is the updated version of the original 1974 edition on World War II emergency and guerrilla currency in the Philippines.
Related: Japanese Occupation Currency
HOW TO USE THESE REFERENCES
Use These References to Guide Your Learning
Use this as a reference shelf to support structured research and deeper study.
New to Philippine Numismatics?
Start with the basics
Begin with broader historical references to build a strong foundation before exploring more specialized topics.
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Already Collecting?
Deepen your knowledge
Use focused references to better understand coin series, historical context, and the details behind your collection.
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Compare references with your collection
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Connect insights with collector guides
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Use site articles for added context
For Researchers
Use this as a reference shelf
Treat this page as a bibliography to support deeper study and structured research.
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Start with the relevant category
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Continue to the related article or timeline
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Use multiple sources for broader context