Mega Red X Returns: Whitman Unleashes 10th Edition

 Includes 18,000+ Listings and 100,000 Market Values

Whitman Brands has brought back one of the hobby’s most important reference works. And this time, it arrives bigger, deeper, and stronger than ever.

On February 3, 2026, Whitman released the tenth edition of Mega Red: A Guide Book of United States Coins, Deluxe Edition, widely known to collectors as Mega Red X.

The publisher will debut a limited, numbered hardcover edition for author signatures at the Whitman Expos Spring Baltimore Expo on March 5, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. ET.

Collectors should take notice.

A Landmark 10th Edition for Serious Collectors

Mega Red X expands the legacy of The Official Red Book® into a supersized, research-driven catalog built for advanced collectors.

This edition delivers:

More than 18,000 listings of coins, tokens, medals, sets, and related collectibles

• Over 100,000 market values in up to 13 collectible grades
• More than 1,100 auction records
• Thousands of full-color images
• More than 1,000 pages of numismatic research and pricing

Greysheet® powers the market values. The book also integrates CPG® Retail pricing and Greysheet Identification (GSID) catalog numbers for seamless cross-reference.

In short, Mega Red X sets a new benchmark for printed U.S. coin references.

Expanded Research: 130+ Years of $5 Half Eagle Gold Coins

This tenth edition introduces a landmark special feature: a comprehensive study of $5 Half Eagle gold coins struck from 1795 to 1929.

The expanded section analyzes more than 130 years of production. It delivers deeper pricing, updated research, and improved attribution references.

Advanced gold specialists will find substantial new material here.

Built on a Legendary Editorial Legacy

Mega Red X stands on the foundation laid by R.S. Yeoman, Q. David Bowers, and Kenneth Bressett.

Now, current editors John Feigenbaum and Jeff Garrett lead the charge. They collaborated with more than 90 leading numismatic experts to produce this tenth edition.

John Feigenbaum, President and Chief Executive Officer of Whitman Brands, emphasized the scope of the project:

“Whether you’re building a collection, researching a rarity, or pricing for today’s market, Mega Red X is one of the most important catalogs ever published on United States coins. This tenth edition reflects the collaboration of dozens of contributors and the most current data available anywhere in print.”

Jeff Garrett added:

“This tenth edition represents a true team effort and a major step forward for advanced collectors. We expanded the depth of pricing, strengthened our research, and added important specialty coverage, especially in areas like Half Eagles, varieties, and modern issues. Mega Red X helps collectors make smarter decisions in today’s marketplace.”

What’s New in Mega Red X?

This edition goes far beyond incremental updates.

It includes:

• Expanded coverage of patterns, significant varieties, misstrikes, and error coins
• Cross-references to major variety attribution systems including Cohen, Sheldon, Newcomb, Logan & McCloskey, Overton, VAM, and Fivaz-Stanton
• Updated U.S. Mint data and the latest numismatic discoveries
• Enhanced integration with Greysheet Identification (GSID) numbers
• Coverage of upcoming U.S. Semiquincentennial coinage
• Special essays on David W. Rittenhouse and U.S. Semiquincentennial issues
• Featured chapters including:
• “History of Coins in America, 1607 to Date”
• “2026 Market Report” by Jeff Garrett
• “Chinese Counterfeits” by Beth Deisher

As a result, Mega Red X now spans the full spectrum of American coinage—from colonial issues to the latest United States Mint releases.

Limited Numbered Hardcover Debuts in Baltimore

A limited quantity of 500 numbered leatherette hardcover editions will be available for signature at the Whitman Expos Spring Baltimore Expo on March 5, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. ET.

Collectors seeking a signed copy should plan accordingly. These editions will likely move quickly.

Publication Details

• Title: Mega Red: A Guide Book of United States Coins, Deluxe Edition (10th Edition)
• Release Date: February 3, 2026
• Editors: John Feigenbaum, Jeff Garrett
• Formats: Softcover / Limited Edition Numbered Hardcover
• ISBNs: 9780794850647 (Softcover) / 9780794855734 (Hardcover)
• Retail Price: $69.95 (Softcover) / $99.95 (Hardcover)

Published by Whitman®, Mega Red X is available at Whitman.com, Whitman’s eBay Store, Amazon, Walmart.com, bookstores, hobby shops, and retailers nationwide.

Why Mega Red X Matters Now

The rare coin market demands precision. Prices shift. Varieties surface. Attribution systems evolve.

Mega Red X meets that demand head-on. It combines historical scholarship, deep market data, and advanced specialty research in one volume.

For collectors who rely on authoritative print references, the tenth edition raises the bar.