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Cherrypickers' Guide To Rare Die Varieties Of United States Coins, Volume 1 (Cherrypicker'S Guides)
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Few Books Have Excited The Coincollecting Community Like The Cherrypickers? Guide. Since The First Edition Burst Onto The Scene In 1990, Thousands Of Hobbyists Have Been Searching For The Rare Die Varieties Described Inside. This Handy Book Tells You How To ?Cherrypick?That Is, How To Examine Coins That Look Normal At First Glance, But Have Unusual Characteristics: Doubled And Tripled Dies, Overdates, Repunched Mintmarks, And Other Features That Can Reveal A Common Coin To Be A Rare And Valuable Variety. With The Closeup Photographs And Descriptions Inside, You?Ll Learn Exactly What To Look For. That Kind Of Knowledge Truly Is Power! The Cherrypickers' Guide To Rare Die Varieties, Sixth Edition, Volume I Covers Die Varieties For Half Cents, Large Cents, Small Cents, Twocent And Threecent Pieces, And Nickels, Fully Updated And Revised Information For Some Of The Most Popular U.S. Coin Series, More Than 1,00 Images, Information On More Than 680 Varieties, 150 Newly Published Varieties, Market Values In Multiple Grades, Detailed Photo Enlargements To Show You What To Look For When Cherrypicking, And Much More. The Book Is A Result Of Many Years Of Cumulative Research And Finessing By The Lead Authors, Bill Fivaz And J.T. Stanton, In Cooperation With Many Collectors, Scholars, Dealers, And Others In The Numismatic Community. It Presents Information Unavailable In Any Other Single Source.The Sixth Edition, Volume I Includes: Descriptions Of Die Varieties For Half Cents, Large Cents, Small Cents, Twocent And Threecent Pieces, And Nickels, 1800S To Date Fully Updated And Revised Information For Some Of The Most Popular U.S. Coin Series, To Include Indian Head Cent, Flying Eagle Cent, Lincoln Cent, Twocent Pieces, Buffalo Nickel, Jefferson Nickel, Shield Nickel, And Liberty Head Nickel Series More Than 1,00 Images Information For More Than 680 Varieties 150 Newly Published Varieties Market Values In Multiple Grades Detailed Photo Enlargements To Show You What To Look For When Cherrypicking Information On Types Of Doubling, How To Examine Your Coins, Proof Set Varieties, Collector Clubs, And Other Beginner And Advanced Topics Crossreferences To Specialized Standard Guidescherrypickers? Guide To Rare Die Varieties Of United States Coins, Sixth Edition, Volume I ? By Bill Fivaz And J.T. Stanton, Edited By Mike Ellis, Forewords By Q. David Bowers And Kenneth Bressett ? Isbn 0794843182 ? Black And White, Illustrated ? 6 X 9 Inches, Spiralbound Hardcover, 448 Pagetable Of Contents Foreword By Q. David Bowers Viii Foreword By Kenneth Bressett Ix Preface X Credits And Acknowledgments Xii How To Use This Book Xv Symbols Used In This Book Xv Abbreviations Used In This Book Xv Pickup Points (Pups) Xvi Variety Value And Normal Value Xvi The Fivazstanton (Fs) Numbering System Xvii Rarity Factor Xix Interest Factor Xx Liquidity Factor Xxi Other Numbers And Abbreviations Xxi Numbering Systems From Other Publications Xxii Average Die Life Xxii Changes To This Volume Of The Cherrypickers? Guide Xxiii Variety Listings 1 Half Cents 1 Large Cents 5 Flying Eagle Cents 16 Indian Head Cents 26 Lincoln Cents 95 Twocent Pieces 183 Silver Threecent Pieces 199 Nickel Threecent Pieces 204 Shield Nickels 217 Liberty Head Nickels 293 Buffalo Nickels 303 Jefferson Nickels 335 Appendices 371 A. Doubled Dies Vs. Other Forms Of Doubling 371 B. The Minting Process 377 C. What Are The Best Magnifiers? 381 D. Popular Varieties From Proof And Mint Sets 382 E. When Cherrypickin?, Use Courtesy And Respect! 385 F. 1979S And 1981S Proofmintmark Varieties 387 G. Recommended Reading 389 H. Coin Clubs 392 I. Fivazstanton Numbers Crossreference Chart 395 About The Authors And Editors 415 Coneca Membership Application 424
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- Q: What are the dimensions of the Cherrypickers' Guide? A: The dimensions are six inches by nine inches and it has a thickness of one inch. This size makes it easy to handle and store.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains four hundred forty-eight pages. This extensive content covers a wide range of U.S. coin varieties.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book features a spiralbound hardcover. This binding allows for easy page turning and durability.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The authors are Bill Fivaz and J.T. Stanton. They are well-respected figures in the numismatic community.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in coin collecting? A: Yes, this book is suitable for beginners. It includes detailed instructions on how to examine and identify rare coin varieties.
- Q: How can I use the information in the Cherrypickers' Guide? A: You can use the information to identify rare die varieties when examining coins. It provides tips on what characteristics to look for.
- Q: Can I find market values in this book? A: Yes, the book includes market values for various grades of coins. This helps collectors understand the worth of their coins.
- Q: What types of U.S. coins are covered in this guide? A: The guide covers half cents, large cents, small cents, two-cent and three-cent pieces, and nickels. It encompasses a broad range of U.S. coinage.
- Q: How should I store this book to keep it in good condition? A: Store the book in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. This will help preserve its condition and prevent damage.
- Q: What should I do if my book arrives damaged? A: If your book arrives damaged, you should contact the seller for a return or exchange. Most sellers will have a return policy for such cases.
- Q: Is there any information on cleaning coins in this book? A: Yes, the book provides insights on how to examine your coins without damaging them. However, it does not endorse specific cleaning methods.
- Q: Are there illustrations included in the Cherrypickers' Guide? A: Yes, the book includes more than one thousand images. These illustrations help visually identify the die varieties discussed.
- Q: Is this book a reliable resource for coin collectors? A: Yes, this book is considered a reliable resource due to years of research by the authors and contributions from the numismatic community.
- Q: Does the book include any beginner tips for coin collectors? A: Yes, it includes beginner tips on examining coins and understanding the types of doubling. This makes it helpful for new collectors.
- Q: What is the ISBN number of this book? A: The ISBN number of the book is zero seven nine four eight four three one eight two. This unique identifier helps in locating the book.