Just wondering what your opinions on the two books, I have not purchased my copy yet and just noticed that there was a "Professional" version. Which of the two books are better?
I noticed that the pro. version only has 384 pages while the normal
Red Book has 432. Considering that the pro version also includes a lot more information such as, auction records, certified-coin populations, more Mint State pricing, and other historical information and market data for serious buyers and sellers. I am just wondering what other information was removed to make room for all of this extra stuff? Because if the normal
Red Book has 432 pages, and they added all of this new information into the pro version, why is it almost 50 pages shorter?
Here is a bit of information that is on the Wizard Coin Supply website about the pro version.
Expanded features of the Professional Edition include: Expert guidance on striking and sharpness characteristics for each coin type-valuable information when inspecting coins for purchase; Insight on availability and condition rarity for each type; Detailed grading instructions, including for Mint State and Proof coins; Certified population summaries, for every date and mint mark including the number certified, the average grade, and the percent in Mint State; Expanded valuations, expanded grades for each date, including multiple Mint State and Proof levels, plus Full Bands, Full Bell Lines, Cameo/Deep Cameo, and other specialized designations; Auction records for every coin listed; Additional die varieties in every denomination, with close-up photographs; Informative chart notes that expand on the history, characteristics, and market values of important coins; Detailed research and market information on early (pre-1858) Proof coinage, including gold; High-quality, full-color photographs of both circulation-strike and Proof coins, for every type; and enlargements of key focal points and varieties, many more than in the regular edition.
Posted 01/14/2012 12:44 am
