Whitman folder suggestions, anyone?

DBSTrader2

I'm trying to put together a run of the large copper/bronze Mexican 20-centavo coins from the 40's thru 70's, and am looking for suggestions on any Whitman-style folders with the appropriate sized "holes". Anyone have any suggestions?

Thanks!

- - Dave

MadMarty

There has to be something close, I use an old half dollar book for Florins and a nickel book for sixpence. They don't fit tight but they are close enough.

DBSTrader2

I'm going to have to re-check all my other folders again. I didn't find an exact (or even close enough) fit last time. I've had occasions in the past where even the "correct" folder occasionally has coins falling out of them for whatever odd reason, and that's a major pain in the butt when trying to stand them upright!

- - Dave

JoeBoat

I would suggest that if you value your coins do not use a cheap cardboard album.

Quality 2x2s are fine for circulated coins.

http://www.jakesmp.net/CSD_F_S_Coin_Holders/CSD_F_and_S_holders_001_C.html

Uncirculated coins deserve better.

http://www.vcoins.com/kointainer/

http://www.vcoins.com/kointainer/store/listCategoriesAndProducts.asp?idCategory=10

http://www.eaglecoinholders.com/catalog/index.php

JB

DBSTrader2

I value them from the perspective that I started collecting "circulated" coins as a kid with my grandparents' help. I've always used the Whitman folders, as they have much more sentimental value than numismatic value.

The Mexican 20 centavos are mostly circulated from "junk bins" at coin shows, so they fit in fine with the rest that are in the folders.

I know & appreciate where your suggestion re: better holders is coming from, however. Thanks!

- - Dave

lordmarcovan

Actually, I think maybe Whitman made folders especially for those, back in the 1960's (?)

Cladking had a bunch of old folders at one point, I think- ask him. (Even if he doesn't have that particular folder, I bet he'd know if they ever made one).