The author of this recently published book approached me some time ago to request use of some ChipGuide images. I gave permission with the request, in return, for a copy of the book for the MoGH Lending Library and mention of the source of the images in the book. I just received a copy of the book and will get it over to the library. The MoGH/ChipGuide is mentioned in the acknowledgements. He did not use many images, mostly the Speaking Rock Casino in El Paso, Texas.

Press Release
A new book cataloging the numismatics of the U.S. / Mexico border is now available to the public. “Numismatics of the Borderland: The El Paso / Juarez & Las Cruces Region 1st Edition” by Jason Alan Elwell is a comprehensive literary approach that tells the story of where 2 countries and three states meet and their shared numismatic history.

Within the 218 pages of this hardback book, over 950 images can be viewed. All numismatic items have unique identification numbers, specifications, and descriptions. All listed items are documented with actual-sized / full-color imagery set in high resolution (unless otherwise noted). Also featured within this book are historical photographs and documents that help the reader better understand the context of borderland numismatics.

Initially, this book started as a way to catalog over half a century of International Coin Club of El Paso, Inc. numismatics, but the author soon realized there was a greater need to document many other borderland-related items that are seemingly unknown to the outside numismatic community. While the meat and potatoes of “Numismatics of the Borderland: The El Paso /Juarez & Las Cruces Region 1st Edition” is about El Paso, Texas, some of these items easily cross-reference into Juarez and Las Cruces. It is with the author's hope that all who pick up a copy of this book will learn about the borderland.

Priority shipping is FREE. The book price is $74.95 each. International rates will vary. For those interested in a copy of this 218 page, full-color, hardback book, please send a Check payable to:

Almost Au Coins
3262 Mansour Farah St
El Paso, TX 79938