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Cherrypickers' Guide: 5th ed., Vol. II --- under way!

DentuckDentuck Posts: 3,820 ✭✭✭
Over the past few weeks here at Whitman Publishing we've been immersed
in roll-up-your-sleeves working meetings with Bill Fivaz and Ken Potter,
putting the finishing touches on the newest Cherrypickers' Guide,
5th edition, volume II. These immersion meetings follow up on months
of preparation, research, image gathering, market evaluation, and
consultation with experts throughout the hobby.

The new book covers half dimes through federal gold, plus classic
commemoratives, and silver, gold, and platinum bullion coins.

More VAMs... State quarters... modern dollars... lots of fresh half dollars...
expansions in the dimes... it's been a lot of fun working on this volume!
We logged a six-and-a-half-hour meeting today, breaking for 30 minutes
for turkey sandwiches from Jason's Deli, and wrapped up a significant amount
of work. We're circling in on completion --- stay tuned!


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  • JamesMurrayJamesMurray Posts: 4,036
    Cool , i'll watch for it. I recieved my 2012 Large print red book last week and wonder why i never bought this type before.My eyes are ok but the large print is a relief from the almost microscopic ordinary issue , and the pics..ohhh the pics , keep up the good work image
  • DentuckDentuck Posts: 3,820 ✭✭✭
    A doff of the Dentuck derby to you, Sir. Thanks for the kind words.



  • BochimanBochiman Posts: 25,556 ✭✭✭✭✭
    Do you see this as supplementing what is already out there or do you see this as being able to replace the previous AND give extra info?

    I've been told I tolerate fools poorly...that may explain things if I have a problem with you. Current ebay items - Nothing at the moment

  • DentuckDentuck Posts: 3,820 ✭✭✭


    << <i>Do you see this as supplementing what is already out there or do you see this as being able to replace the previous AND give extra info? >>




    Unequivocally the latter.

    Every element of narrative, data, pricing, interest levels, liquidity, etc., is being scrutinized. Market valuations have been studied and analyzed, coin by coin, in great detail. Not only are there new varieties listed, there are entire new sections. The topic of counterfeit die varieties is addressed. This new volume is both an update and a fresh new book.



  • 19Lyds19Lyds Posts: 26,492 ✭✭✭✭
    This is exciting. Any projections for when it might be available?

    Duh! Almost forgot to ask, did you folks straighten out the goof ups with the Type B Reverse Quarters? If not, put that at or near the top of your list!

    Hint, while page 152, the overall descriptionm has the correct pictures, virtually every individual dated picture is incorrect and shows not the Type B arrow points but the Type C arrow points.

    Specifically:
    1956 on page 188 shows the Type C Arrow Points,
    1957 on page 189 pictures the Type C Arrow Points
    1958 on page 189 pictures the Type C Arrow Points
    1959 on page 190 pictures the Type C Arrow Points
    1960 on page 192 pictures the Type C Arrow Points
    1961 on page 193 pictures the Type C Arrow Points
    1962 on page 195 pictures the Type C Arrow Points
    1963 on page 198 pictures the Type C Arrow Points
    1964 on page 202 pictures the Type C Arrow Points.

    1969, 1970, 1971, and 1972 are not even mentioned.
    I decided to change calling the bathroom the John and renamed it the Jim. I feel so much better saying I went to the Jim this morning.



    The name is LEE!
  • BochimanBochiman Posts: 25,556 ✭✭✭✭✭
    Good to know, thank you.
    Appreciate having you on the boards and giving info "from the horse's mouth" image

    I've been told I tolerate fools poorly...that may explain things if I have a problem with you. Current ebay items - Nothing at the moment

  • DentuckDentuck Posts: 3,820 ✭✭✭


    << <i>This is exciting. Any projections for when it might be available? >>




    Before the end of the year. We'll be making an announcement at the 2011 ANA World's Fair of Money in Chicago, a few weeks from now.


  • DentuckDentuck Posts: 3,820 ✭✭✭


    << <i>Good to know, thank you.
    Appreciate having you on the boards and giving info "from the horse's mouth" >>




    The pleasure is mine!

    I was not a cherrypicker before I started working for Whitman. But you can't read the CPG without getting interested and excited --- it's easy to get bitten by the bug! I just bought a mini-hoard of 100+ Eisenhower dollars and I've been going through them this week.

  • BochimanBochiman Posts: 25,556 ✭✭✭✭✭


    << <i>

    << <i>Good to know, thank you.
    Appreciate having you on the boards and giving info "from the horse's mouth" >>




    The pleasure is mine!

    I was not a cherrypicker before I started working for Whitman. But you can't read the CPG without getting interested and excited --- it's easy to get bitten by the bug! I just bought a mini-hoard of 100+ Eisenhower dollars and I've been going through them this week. >>



    Agree! I have both prior volumes, which is why I asked my question image
    I enjoy it and try to get my son to help my old eyes image

    I've been told I tolerate fools poorly...that may explain things if I have a problem with you. Current ebay items - Nothing at the moment

  • pontiacinfpontiacinf Posts: 8,915 ✭✭
    lets just make sure the presales if there are any go better than last time.

    I see a certain persons name missing so I assume all should be well.

    edit to say:


    all should know ounce Dentuck got involved way back then all was put right, so a
    big thanks to him, in 2 weeks he single handed-ly solved close to 3 years of BS,
    and made everyone whole.image
    image

    Go BIG or GO HOME. ©Bill
  • DentuckDentuck Posts: 3,820 ✭✭✭
    J.T. Stanton has contributed photographs and remains a guiding presence in the hobby-changing book that he and Bill Fivaz created. Well-known die-variety expert Ken Potter has taken the day-to-day editorial reins of the Cherrypickers' Guide and has proven himself a very able captain!




  • DentuckDentuck Posts: 3,820 ✭✭✭


    << <i>
    all should know ounce Dentuck got involved way back then all was put right, so a
    big thanks to him, in 2 weeks he single handed-ly solved close to 3 years of BS,
    and made everyone whole.image >>




    Ha! That's like saying the kid who delivers your newspaper created the Wall Street Journal! When Bill, Ken, and J.T. talk, I hush my yap and listen quietly, taking notes.


  • foodudefoodude Posts: 3,577 ✭✭✭
    Will an electronic version be available?
    Greg Allen Coins, LLC Show Schedule: https://forums.collectors.com/discussion/573044/our-show-schedule-updated-10-2-16 Authorized dealer for NGC, PCGS, CAC, and QA. Member of PNG, RTT (Founding Platinum Member), FUN, MSNS, and NCBA (formerly ICTA); Life Member of ANA and CSNS. NCBA Board member. "GA3" on CCE.
  • illini420illini420 Posts: 11,466 ✭✭✭✭✭
    Finally!!! Been holding off buying the 4th Edition, Vol. 2 for around two years because everyone's been telling me the 5th Edition is coming out soon... next time I hear "soon" I'll know better!!!!! image
  • DentuckDentuck Posts: 3,820 ✭✭✭


    << <i>Will an electronic version be available? >>




    Yes --- but not right away.

  • keyman64keyman64 Posts: 15,521 ✭✭✭✭✭
    Anxious!!!!!
    "If it's not fun, it's not worth it." - KeyMan64
    Looking for Top Pop Mercury Dime Varieties & High Grade Mercury Dime Toners. :smile:
  • MsMorrisineMsMorrisine Posts: 34,740 ✭✭✭✭✭
    I've been waiting on buying VolII as well.

    can't wait.

    Current maintainer of Stone's Master List of Favorite Websites // My BST transactions
  • YogiBerraFanYogiBerraFan Posts: 2,390 ✭✭
    Great news. I can't wait!
  • pontiacinfpontiacinf Posts: 8,915 ✭✭


    << <i>

    << <i>
    all should know ounce Dentuck got involved way back then all was put right, so a
    big thanks to him, in 2 weeks he single handed-ly solved close to 3 years of BS,
    and made everyone whole.image >>




    Ha! That's like saying the kid who delivers your newspaper created the Wall Street Journal! When Bill, Ken, and J.T. talk, I hush my yap and listen quietly, taking notes. >>



    you did a great job, nough said image
    image

    Go BIG or GO HOME. ©Bill
  • cladkingcladking Posts: 28,702 ✭✭✭✭✭
    Great news. Thanks for all the info.

    This book has really livened up the whole coin collecting hobby.
    Tempus fugit.
  • llafoellafoe Posts: 7,220 ✭✭
    It's great to hear the board members here will start receiving FREE Whitman publications books as they're released! image
    WANTED: Cincinnati Reds TEAM Cards
  • AkbeezAkbeez Posts: 2,696 ✭✭✭✭✭
    That was a most gracious offer - I agree!


    (eagerly looking forward to release)
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  • EagleEyeEagleEye Posts: 7,677 ✭✭✭✭✭
    Yes, an electronic version for my Ipad is what I need.
    Rick Snow, Eagle Eye Rare Coins, Inc.Check out my new web site:
  • MsMorrisineMsMorrisine Posts: 34,740 ✭✭✭✭✭
    Are we there yet?
    Current maintainer of Stone's Master List of Favorite Websites // My BST transactions
  • koynekwestkoynekwest Posts: 10,048 ✭✭✭✭✭
    Lookin' forward to it.
  • pitbosspitboss Posts: 8,643 ✭✭✭

    Great news, the new book is sorely needed.
  • tahoe98tahoe98 Posts: 11,388 ✭✭✭


    << <i>

    << <i>Will an electronic version be available? >>




    Yes --- but not right away. >>



    ...NOW YOU HAVE MY ATTENTION!! image
    "government is not reason, it is not eloquence-it is a force! like fire, it is a dangerous servant and a fearful master; never for a moment should it be left to irresponsible action." George Washington
  • johnny9434johnny9434 Posts: 28,994 ✭✭✭✭✭
    I'll be looking forward to seeing it. thanks for sharing
  • CalebCaleb Posts: 739


    << <i>

    << <i>Will an electronic version be available? >>




    Yes --- but not right away. >>



    Will the electronic version have more detail then the two small photographs per variety?image

    Another question, will all the worthy varieties be listed or is Whitman Publishing holding back and only going to include a small handful "piece meal" at a time so to guarantee a 6th .. 7th.. 8th.. 9th and so on Editions? image
  • koynekwestkoynekwest Posts: 10,048 ✭✭✭✭✭
    Regular updates-pricing and new info on varieties-should be published on a regular basis every year or two. Maybe these could be formatted as a supplement rather than printing a new edition.
  • RampageRampage Posts: 9,497 ✭✭✭✭✭
    Nevermind.



  • will add to are library !
    dont send sheep to kill a wolf...

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