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Can anyone recommend a book or information source I can read to get myself ready for this set?
There is not a lot out there that I am aware of. I personally found the book by AKERS useful, even though it was printed in 1975. It is hard to find, but here is one on
ebay.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/DAVID-AKER...V:rk:18:pf:0Having put 2 complete sets together, these are my comments and observations:
1) Since there are many fakes in this series, stick to
TPG holdered coins by PCGS, NGC, and ANACS. NEVER buy coins in this series raw.
2) The early dates are tougher (1915 and earlier) than the prices seem to indicate. I would concentrate on these first, the later dates are plentiful and always available.
3) Be careful to get strong date 1911-D. These are not always noted on the holder.
4) The 1914-Philly is a tough coin and if you find one you like, buy it. I think the prices are undervalued in all grades.
Hope this helps. Good Luck