Latest CW edition (24 October 2016) reports that the Central States Numismatic Society has granted Russell Doughty a publishing grant. His book is entitled Flying Eagle/Indian Cent Die Varieties. Anyone know why? I thought Rick Snow had pretty well cornered that topic. Does Doughty's book add to Snow's?
Maybe he's going to do a narrative-form kind of thing for outreach, rather than a scholarly reference.
I don't own Snow's book, because it is really expensive and I don't collect those. However, I've looked through it and it is well laid out and exhaustive. I don't see the need for another one.
Sorry, I'm late to the party. My book was published middle of last year and is about 160 pages and is titled The Top Flying Eagle and Indian Head Cent Die Varieties. It includes chapters on die making, the designs, what is a die variety, etc. It is meant as an affordable, introductory book to die variety collecting in these series. I took Rick's class at ANA Summer Seminar last year and he was supportive in saying that my book filled a niche. Obviously, the two volume attribution guide is for the advanced collector, and the red book is also advanced, especially for the younger crowd. I was targeting all age groups. Also, I fill the entire page with multiple photos of the varieties - not just a quick shot of the date area. The feedback I've received on the book has been tremendous. Thanks to the OP for the question.
Well many could say the same for your book.... I personally believe there's never an over kill on reference or references....a well stocked libray with souces is an asset.....no matter who your are or what you think you know.
I agree, Paddy54. The world of numismatics is full of mystery, intrigue, and discovery. That is why many of us are in the hobby. It continues to evolve, which keeps things fresh and exciting. It is especially true in the FEC and IHC series, as we are consistently finding new varieties, solving some mysteries while discovering new ones. To think that numismatic knowledge, even on a single series, is a 'one-and-done' research topic doesn't do justice to the wonderful hobby we enjoy.
I would love to have a signed copy...of your book can you please advise ? You may PM me your reply thanks
For reference and those who are curious, here are photos of the cover and the table of contents. Russ
A condensed, gentle introduction to collecting varieties of any series where a large, intimidating work exists is a good idea. The Top 100 VAMS book did this in 1996 and bright a lot of people into the hobby the way that am exhaustive work can't and isn't meant to.
The original post was all I had to go off, so I was asking the question about what this book's purpose is. Now that the author has explained it, it makes sense to me. It's like the Cherrypicker's guide to Indian cents, instead of the complete reference.
