TomGoodheart

Hmm.... I think I am the odd one out here. I use the Hartberger plastic coin holders. They're like the white card ones, 5cm square but made out of blue placcy. You fold them which sandwiches the coin so it show out a window. I like them because... you aren't actually touching the coin but can see both sides, when some dolt inevitably drops one they are protected and they are small and easily stored. I thought about the Nichols cabinets but am paranoid about theft. I cringe to think of my entire collection being whisked away in one convenient package. This is of coures a terrible shame because I'd love to display the coins in something which matches their artistry and value. And talking of security - does anyone else got to rediculous lengths - I store the stuff I'm no longer interested in at a bank (stupid really - the coins I like most are therefore the ones at home!) and use a PO box number but I'm still nervous! Ah well, I could always go back to collecting pebbles - nobody would steal them!

I started buying from a dealer in the next town but recently when I visited he's off at some show and there's no stock at all! Also from catalogues from dealers - I try to visit if possible to actually see the thing. Bought stuff off eBay recently with mixed results. One coin was slightly overgraded another frankly disappointing (eventually got my money back on that one) but most were fair coins for the price. I have seen an example of suspicious trading there though so I am a little cautious. I've bought from Spink directly a couple of times but never an auction. Hell- I'm addicted so I'd probably try most places but I'm getting picky about grades these days.