Grading coins is the single most important skill for a coin collector to have! If you are new to the hobby and want to understand the terms that we use (such as "strike," "luster," and "wear"), I encourage you to read this book. If you have been in the hobby for a while and want a refresher, I encourage you to read this book. Or if you've been buying slabs but want to understand more about grading (maybe venture into raw coins with confidence?) - give this book a read! I go through each facet of grading and explain them in depth in easy to understand terms. There is plenty of science involved – but there is also an art to the skill of grading. This book will help you piece together each component: surfaces, luster, strike, wear, contact marks, and eye appeal. Beginners and advanced students of numismatics alike will learn something from The Art and Science of Grading Coins. Link: The Art and Science of Grading Coins
