# Hern's Handbook — South African Coins & Patterns

> South African Coins & Patterns (iPhone/iPad app by Bassani House (Pty) ltd.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/herns-handbook/id6760689371 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Bassani House (Pty) ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1698503254)
- Category: Reference, Books
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 174 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-03-20
- Data updated: 2026-05-15
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/herns-handbook/id6760689371/reviews.md

## What is Hern's Handbook?

Hern's Handbook on South African Coins & Patterns 2025/26 — the definitive digital reference for South African coin collectors, dealers, and numismatists.

Browse the complete 243-page catalogue compiled by Brian Hern, featuring detailed listings, valuations, and high-quality images of South African coins and patterns.

Features:
• Full catalogue with page-by-page navigation
• Full-text search across all pages with contextual snippets
• Table of contents for quick chapter navigation
• Go-to-page for direct access to any page
• Secure membership-based access
• Content protection with personalised watermarking

A valid membership with the South African Coin Collectors Club is required to access the catalogue.


## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.6 — 2026-03-24

Face ID / Touch ID — Your handbook is now protected with biometric security. The app locks automatically after 15 minutes of inactivity.
Reading Progress — See how much of the catalogue you've explored with a new progress tracker on your Account screen.
Faster, Smarter Login — Your session stays active seamlessly. No more signing in every 7 days.
Report a Problem — Quickly send us feedback or report an issue directly from the app.
Improved Security — Enhanced encryption and protection for your content.
Updated Membership Card — Refreshed card design.

### 1.51 — 2026-03-22

Faster, more accurate search — find coins by name, year, or denomination instantly
Bookmarks — save pages and access them from the new Bookmarks tab
Table of Contents — dedicated tab for quick navigation to any section
Recently Viewed — your last 20 pages shown on the Account screen
Page notes — add personal notes to any catalogue page
Night mode — dim overlay for comfortable reading in low light
Zoom reset and page thumbnail strip in the catalogue viewer
Improved login with SA Coin Collectors Club credentials
Performance and stability improvements throughout

### 1.0 — 2026-03-21

No release notes.

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