Books/Publishers
The Arab collector…a decade of excellence and creativity
In March 2016, a simple idea was born in the minds of two dedicated collectors from the Arab community in Australia: to provide Arab collectors with a reliable source of knowledge, a recognized scientific reference, and a platform that would unite their diverse interests, from rare coins to historical stamps. Today, after ten remarkable years, we celebrate in our twenty-third issue an exceptional journey during which…
August 8, 2026Research and Collectible Books | ACADIA Global Scholars Distribution Initiative
Research and books on collectibles are the backbone of any reputable historical collection; they are the product of a scientific methodology developed by a researcher or author who has dedicated years to documentation and analysis. Whether you are an academic researcher seeking to document heritage, or a serious collector looking for references to enhance your collection, well-documented research and books on collectibles are the only guarantee of the authenticity and value of historical artifacts. Today, the Arab Collector website announces…
April 18, 2026Encyclopedia and Catalog of Egyptian Money
The Encyclopedia and Catalog of Egyptian Currencies is a comprehensive series of books documenting Egyptian coins and banknotes. It was published by Engineer Magdi Hanafi to compile information on modern Egyptian currency, both metal and paper, and is considered the largest specialized scientific encyclopedia on the subject of Egyptian currency. Engineer Magdi has managed to write, in precise chronological order, everything related to the currencies…
April 9, 2026Minted in Cairo: Documenting the history of Cairo through coins
Can a small coin encapsulate the history of an entire empire? In his new book, "Mined in Cairo," published by Dar Al-Maaref, researcher Mohamed Abdel Hamid takes us on a research journey to prove that coins were not merely a means of purchase, but rather a "news ticker" documenting the events of Cairo since the early Islamic era. The book, "Mined in Cairo: Coins and History," by researcher Mohamed Abdel Hamid…
March 8, 2026Amateur Encyclopedia of Banknotes – Kings and Leaders
A unique documentation of the history of leaders and kings through banknotes: Lebanese researcher and collector Wissam Youssef, holder of the Guinness World Record for the largest collection of banknotes in the world, has published a bilingual (Arabic and English) encyclopedia entitled: “The Amateur Encyclopedia of Banknotes – Kings and Leaders.” This encyclopedic work spans 400 pages and provides comprehensive documentation of banknotes that bore the images of…
July 23, 2025Launch of the Encyclopedia of Qatari Currencies at the Doha International Book Fair
The Doha International Book Fair witnessed the launch of a groundbreaking encyclopedia, the first of its kind in the field of documenting Qatari banknotes. Engineer Khalid Mohammed Jolo unveiled his comprehensive work, "Encyclopedia of Qatari Currencies," a unique resource for coin collectors and those interested in the history of currency in Qatar. The encyclopedia, spanning over 550 pages, highlights…
May 17, 2025Encyclopedia of Egyptian Protocol
During a special event, Engineer Magdy Hanafy announced the release of his latest book, "Encyclopedia of Egyptian Ceremonies," at a seminar on Saturday, December 16, 2023. Attendees were welcomed, and a presentation was given introducing the encyclopedia and its contents. The seminar included a question-and-answer session with the author and a book signing. The encyclopedia contains information on…
January 16, 2024Khwarazmian Currency, a new book
New publication from the Juma Al Majid Center for Culture and Heritage: Title: Khwarazmian Coins from the Beginning of the Tahirid Dynasty to the End of the Timurid Dynasty (207-911 AH / 820-1504 AD) Author: Dr. Sharif Yahya Mahmoud Muhammad Khwarazmian Coins: This book sheds light on the study of the coins of the various states that ruled the Khwarazmian region during the research period, according to their historical chronological order, examining the coins of each state…
November 25, 2023Book: Centenary History of Jordanian Stamps
The Jordan Post Company has published a special book on stamps entitled “Centenary of Jordanian Stamp History” to commemorate the centenary of the founding of the Jordanian state. The book contains stamps from the reigns of the late King Abdullah and King Abdullah II, and is a valuable resource for historians and stamp collectors. A summary of the book, “Centenary of Jordanian Stamp History,” by Professor Randa Obeidat, includes…
March 7, 2023Lebanese Treasury Bonds Book
On January 31, 2023, Mr. Wissam Lahham and Mr. Ali Shour announced the release of a book entitled “Lebanese Treasury Bonds.” This book tells the story of how the Lebanese government raised funds by selling bonds. The bonds known as “treasury bonds” date back to ancient times, when rulers borrowed money from bankers to help finance their governments. They were known…
February 8, 2023Oman Postal Stamp Book 2022
The National Records and Archives Authority has published a book on Omani postage stamps. The 326-page book provides evidence of Omani stamps from 1944 to the present day. It covers the history of stamps in Oman, from the time they were inscribed with British currency to the declaration of postal independence in 1966. Each stamp issue is accompanied by information about…
January 19, 2023Egyptian brands and coupons
The fourth volume of the Encyclopedia and Catalog of Egyptian Currencies by Engineer Magdy Hanafy, titled "Egyptian Marks and Coupons," was recently published. The book comprises fifteen chapters, and we will provide a brief overview of each. About the Encyclopedia: The Encyclopedia and Catalog of Egyptian Currencies is a comprehensive series of books documenting Egyptian coins and banknotes. It was published by…
July 15, 2022Encyclopedia of Syrian Currencies
The Encyclopedia of Syrian Currency, focusing on banknotes, is an important documentary work examining banknotes issued in Syria from the beginning of the last century to the present day. Author's Profile: Name: Adnan Jarwa. Adnan Jarwa was born in Aleppo on April 25, 1945, to a prominent Aleppan family. While engaged in his business activities, he became interested in Syrian currency and its study in 1997…
June 10, 2022History of paper currency in Royal Iraq
The History of Paper Currency in Royal Iraq – Walid Al-Kharfi. The book “The History of Paper Currency in Royal Iraq” by Walid Khalid Al-Kharfi was recently published. On his personal page, the author described the genesis of this distinguished encyclopedic work, saying: “After spending nearly fourteen years researching and studying Iraqi banknotes issued during the monarchy and moving between archives…”
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