When I get a new large cent my normal procedure is: 1. Take good pictures. 2. Post them in here. 3. Ask for someone to ID the variety. 4. Add that info the images and my database. 5. When I find time I dig out my book on large cents and see if I can come up with the same variety. So what's my go-to book on large cents? The Cent Book / 1816-1839 by John D. Wright. Good grief! I just made the connection!!! The man who wrote the book has been ID'ing my coins. No wonder he gets them right. I feel honored that he takes the time to help me. A very special thanks from me goes out to Mr. Wright. I've got another large cent coming. I'll see if I can ID it first and then let John check my performance. P.S. I'm good at ID'ing Classic Head half cents varieties. I've got a full set. But they are a LOT easier to ID; there only 24. The 1809 C-1 was the last one I got; expensive even in a DETAILS grade.
As I am currently focused (mostly) on middle date large cents, Mr. Wright's outstanding book is my go-to for attribution. I have an autographed copy.
You didn't know that? I have mentioned several times that the author was a member here. And if you ever get a chance to meet him you'll find out he is a swell guy in person, and Mabel Ann is wonderful as well.
