@WCC said:
"the opportunity cost of owning these things has just gotten too high for my comfort."
I don't collect at the same financial level, but this is one of the primary reasons I don't and won't buy coins I was interested in previously, even where i can afford it. Too many coins are too expensive for what it is as a collectible, and I don't buy coins for financial reasons either.
That makes sense. It’s one of the reasons why I don’t collect proof gold, as an example. But I also think that every one of us can easily find something to collect that IS worth it to us purely as a collectible.
Andy Lustig
Doggedly collecting coins of the Central American Republic.
Visit the Society of US Pattern Collectors at USPatterns.com.
In concept, I agree, and mostly with my Commem set I did that. I just looked for fun coins and bought the ones I liked. Some were worth several thousand and others a few hundred. Collecting those coins without too many rules was fun after the inherent frustrations that come with a "competitive" registry set. With the exception of two or three collectors, someone can always afford "better" coins.
I am keeping an album set of Walkers that is just for fun. I buy a few here and there and trade out for nicer examples when I find them. The key dates are in low grades. I also have a Dansco 7070 album that is about 1/2 full. Working on it during trips to small shows and coins shops is a fun side project.
Trophy coins are fun, and I'll always be a sucker for them, but they need to go on the back burner for a while.
@dbldie55 - Yes, the collages are all my work, and have been a fun way to enjoy the coins without driving to the SDB. When I sold my Peace dollar set I had a similar thing printed out in high resolution on a sheet of aluminum. That way, I can still enjoy them. I'll do something similar for the 20th Century type set and maybe a couple of the others.
@crazyhounddog said:
Very well written and I applaud your decision. I’m right there with you. I think it’s time to take a long break from the hobby and sell most of my collection.
Great post,
CHD
hey CHD, are you saying what I think you're saying?
Love the 1921 Peace - it’s one of my favorite coins but a 66 is out of reach for me these day - hang onto that one!
Also love the classic coms - wish I knew you personally I would bring some beer just to let me look at your collection—
Excellent post. I agree with everything you said and may have said much of it, aloud and to myself, when I similarly dispersed my collection 5 years ago or so. But you may find that abandoning your coin collecting interest is more difficult than you think!
Just got back from a Nike coaching gig in Gunnison, unpacked, and just saw your post. I still remember our meeting here in SLC and wish we had had more time. Your passion and fun with coins still impresses me, and I think of you often when I spin the F-150 northbound and pass your area . . .
Well done . . . .and I hope we someday meet again . . .
Thank you for sharing your experience in such an articulate manner.
We all take different journeys through this hobby and sharing your experience in such a clear manner helps others even though their journey differs. Your words help guide others.
Collector and dealer in obsolete currency. Always buying all obsolete bank notes and scrip.
Thank you for taking the time to write your Original Post. Its always refreshing to get a fellow collectors perspective on things. Its really mature to self reflect, take the blinders off and accept some hard realities. You have an amazing collection and I wish you the best with the sales and your future pursuits.
-Luke
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Did you do all the graphics work shown here? I really like the look. Very nice presentation.
That makes sense. It’s one of the reasons why I don’t collect proof gold, as an example. But I also think that every one of us can easily find something to collect that IS worth it to us purely as a collectible.
Doggedly collecting coins of the Central American Republic.
Visit the Society of US Pattern Collectors at USPatterns.com.
@BryceM - I’ve always enjoyed reading your posts and chatting. I hope you stick around, even when the coins are gone, and continue to post regularly.
@MrEureka
In concept, I agree, and mostly with my Commem set I did that. I just looked for fun coins and bought the ones I liked. Some were worth several thousand and others a few hundred. Collecting those coins without too many rules was fun after the inherent frustrations that come with a "competitive" registry set. With the exception of two or three collectors, someone can always afford "better" coins.
I am keeping an album set of Walkers that is just for fun. I buy a few here and there and trade out for nicer examples when I find them. The key dates are in low grades. I also have a Dansco 7070 album that is about 1/2 full. Working on it during trips to small shows and coins shops is a fun side project.
Trophy coins are fun, and I'll always be a sucker for them, but they need to go on the back burner for a while.
@dbldie55 - Yes, the collages are all my work, and have been a fun way to enjoy the coins without driving to the SDB. When I sold my Peace dollar set I had a similar thing printed out in high resolution on a sheet of aluminum. That way, I can still enjoy them. I'll do something similar for the 20th Century type set and maybe a couple of the others.
Wow, what a great post. And that Type Set is amazing. Hopefully the next part of the journey, be it with coins or something else, is just as much fun!
LIBERTY SEATED DIMES WITH MAJOR VARIETIES CIRCULATION STRIKES (1837-1891) digital album
hey CHD, are you saying what I think you're saying?
That Hawaiian looks nice.
Love the 1921 Peace - it’s one of my favorite coins but a 66 is out of reach for me these day - hang onto that one!
Also love the classic coms - wish I knew you personally I would bring some beer just to let me look at your collection—
I will start a thread in the BST area with details about the venue for sale of these coins.
Excellent post. I agree with everything you said and may have said much of it, aloud and to myself, when I similarly dispersed my collection 5 years ago or so. But you may find that abandoning your coin collecting interest is more difficult than you think!
Godspeed.
Bryce . . . . .
Just got back from a Nike coaching gig in Gunnison, unpacked, and just saw your post. I still remember our meeting here in SLC and wish we had had more time. Your passion and fun with coins still impresses me, and I think of you often when I spin the F-150 northbound and pass your area . . .
Well done . . . .and I hope we someday meet again . . .
Drunner
Take your wife to Namibia next time you go and enjoy some of the scenery!
Best of luck on the sale!
mbogoman
https://pcgs.com/setregistry/collectors-showcase/classic-issues-colonials-through-1964/zambezi-collection-trade-dollars/7345Asesabi Lutho
Thank you for sharing your experience in such an articulate manner.
We all take different journeys through this hobby and sharing your experience in such a clear manner helps others even though their journey differs. Your words help guide others.
Thank you for taking the time to write your Original Post. Its always refreshing to get a fellow collectors perspective on things. Its really mature to self reflect, take the blinders off and accept some hard realities. You have an amazing collection and I wish you the best with the sales and your future pursuits.
-Luke
It's all about what the people want...
@BryceM very insightful and that line about the rent and return on investment, really struck home to me.