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snitchard Valued Member United States 420 Posts	Posted 10/02/2008 4:02 pm Hello, As I mentioned in previous posts I own "The Blue Book," "The Red Book," and "Coin Collecting for Dummies." I know "Coin Collecting for Dummies" is more of a reference book but what about the other two? I'm not sure if "The Blue Book" will serve me much at this the beginning stages of my collecting. "The Red Book" is a little overwhelming because it is huge. I'm still trying to finish the introduction. "The Red Book" also answered questions I had that The Blue Book didn't even touch on. Should I read "The Blue Book" at this point? Should I read "The Red Book" cover to cover or as a reference? How can I keep myself from getting too overwhelmed? Thanks, Rich Report this Post to the Staff

biokemist6 Bedrock of the Community United States 12437 Posts	Posted 10/02/2008 4:52 pm In short, yes- any new collector should read the RedBook cover to cover. It is probably the single most importance reference for a numismatist. Report this Post to the Staff
jbuck Moderator United States 188213 Posts	Posted 10/02/2008 5:03 pm My answers in the order you asked them: No. Yes. Take your time and enjoy! Coin Collector Since 1978 Avatar Old Avatar 7070 Eisenhower Australia Canada World CCF Members on eBay CCF eBay Search Engine Report this Post to the Staff
KurtS Pillar of the Community United States 5318 Posts	Posted 10/02/2008 6:11 pm My advice is along those line, except pick a coin series you want to collect and then get the definitive reference. I'd rather learn a lot about one coin series than know a bunch of general info on everything. Have fun! Report this Post to the Staff
desertgem Pillar of the Community United States 860 Posts	Posted 10/02/2008 6:20 pm Yes, as said well above, the RedBook is a key reference book. Many are vocal about the prices being much too high, but can be used for comparisons. I try to buy a RedBook every couple of years . I have over 40 of them for price comparisons and such. the Redbook~~ YES! The ANA grading guide should be your next book! These 2 will save you a lot of pain and money over the years! Will repay their cost many times over. Then when you decide your main interest, reference books in the area. This forum, and other coin forums, are archives of knowledge, photos, discussions of scams, rarities, grading practice, etc. Many coin sites have individualized reference of cents, halves, dollars, etc. Google can readily find the ones you don't see in the forum postings. Sometimes new members don't go far back in postings, but it is well worth the time. I've been in coins a long time and I learn many new things every week or day. Nice meeting you Jim Report this Post to the Staff
TreasHunt Pillar of the Community United States 2540 Posts	Posted 10/20/2008 4:23 pm agreed with jbuck. Report this Post to the Staff
AuldFartte Pillar of the Community United States 830 Posts	Posted 10/21/2008 11:38 am I doubt the Blue Book would be worth much. The RedBook is a good general knowledge guide, so I'd read it. And, as much as I hate to endorse anything that Walter Breen did, get a copy of his "Complete Encyclopedia of U.S. and Colonial Coins" and take a small section at a time. You'll know more than you'd imagine in about a year's time. When you do get interested in a particular series (mine are Large Cents and Half Cents) get books that are specific to those coins. Report this Post to the Staff
TreasHunt Pillar of the Community United States 2540 Posts	Posted 10/21/2008 2:04 pm AuldFartte I agree with you about Breen, he was a very sick individual. However, the Encyclopedia is (even with its errors) a great reference. Report this Post to the Staff
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