I am considering a few options for a Conder Token reference. Please help me choose Choice #1: An original copy of the whole series. $800.00 Choice #2: A PDF copy: http://www.condertokenbook.com/ Choice#3: This book: http://www.amazon.com/The-Provincia...qid=1384835146&sr=8-4&keywords=allan+davisson Choice #4: This book: http://www.amazon.com/Token-Catalog...qid=1384837795&sr=8-3&keywords=allan+davisson
I would say Dalton and Hamer are a great set to own, especially considering they are the book that is used by everyone in the series. However, the prices of these options seem high. I bought my reprint of DH for less than any of the options on Amazon. Used numismatic books are a weird field, usually prices of older references are sky high on fixed price sites, but you can usually do much better if you are patient. Let me know if you want any tips on getting older references cheaper.
Medoraman, any tips you have are welcome! I think I may have found a single vol. reprint (500+ page version) for $150. I am thinking of pulling the trigger; what do you think?
Another option if you want the old version of D&H would be this free downloadable version: http://provincialtokencoinage.weebly.com/ I personally purchased the Choice #2 PDF version -- which is an updated version of the original D&H. A lot of time was spent on updating that version, and I think it's your best bang for the buck. I'm very happy with the "search" functionality of that one also, but some people still desire to have a paper copy.
Brg5658, thank you very much for your response! I am now really considering option the PDF download. I have been skeptical about its search ability, but I am now thinking it will be user friendly enough for me. I am sure the updated rarity ratings and prices must be helpful!
