So, it has become apparent to me that I needed a copy of this book. I really want to look up the references for myself. I have the first volume of Sear (2000) and the newest versions of volumes 1 and 2 of RSC. They are very helpful but not enough. Anyway, the reason I am telling you this is that Spink and Sons have RIC II (2007) for half price (47.50 pounds) plus shipping. I just thought a few of you might be interested.
It is really volume II.1, the Flavians (not Nerva-Hadrian for which RIC II.2 has not been published). It is a very good book with lots of analysis and 160 (wow!) page plates of photos. You collect because you enjoy ancient coins. I'll be you would enjoy them even more and consider your books part of your collection if you bought the relevant books.
I think I will get a lot of use from it. Since my prime focus is the 12 Caesars, the Sear vol. 1 and RSC Vols. 1 and 2 are very helpful. As I have enjoyed researching my own attributions and not trusting those of sellers or merely copying them, it has become obvious that this volume would be useful. I already have PDFs of several others of the RIC volumes in PDF format. Edited to add: I forgot to mention that I also have Aorta and ERIC II
Ooh a Spink booksale! Thanks for the tip. I will call by and get one later this week, as I live in London. Buying books from Spink is a charmingly Victorian experience. The books are in a dimly lit reception area. No prices, and little order. Some one sidles up and gives you a price list, if they like the look of you. Go up and to the counter to pay and you're met with a raised eyebrow. "You want to buy a book sir? Oh, I shall have to call the book department for that". Book department works out the bill. Then you get sent to an inner sanctum to pay.
Don't worry, that's enough for me! Last time I went was to pick up specific books on sale. Mind you, I always end up with a pile of full-price stuff as well, because once you've taken something off the shelf it can be hard to put back... There are a couple of great used books stores nearby, too.
Besides the large number of plates, the introductions for each reign that go along with the catalogue are quite indispensable. You will get much more than just a catalogue number if you use it correctly. Enjoy!
How I would love to browse an old London bookshop. Not to mention coin shops, museums and hundreds of other points of interest. The stuff of dreams.
