Thread: Intercept Shield

So, I really like Intercept Shield holders...and they seem to work really nice. I only have one at the moment but I'm thinking about eventually converting my collection over to them, I don't want to use albums anymore. I was thinking of using Intercept Shields and picking up some of those plastic pages to put them in and making my own binder type album that way.

But, my big question is...what is the proper way to load an Intercept Shield holder? It seems like you would have to push down on the obverse or reverse of the coin in order to put it in the holder which would be bad for an MS coin. Is there a proper way to put a coin in these holders?

Also, does this seem like a good way to store a collection? I really like the idea of a custom album using those pages and a binder. Plus, I figure it's better for the coins than a normal Dansco or similar album.

Originally Posted by CamaroDMD

So, I really like Intercept Shield holders...and they seem to work really nice. I only have one at the moment but I'm thinking about eventually converting my collection over to them, I don't want to use albums anymore. I was thinking of using Intercept Shields and picking up some of those plastic pages to put them in and making my own binder type album that way.

But, my big question is...what is the proper way to load an Intercept Shield holder? It seems like you would have to push down on the obverse or reverse of the coin in order to put it in the holder which would be bad for an MS coin. Is there a proper way to put a coin in these holders?

Also, does this seem like a good way to store a collection? I really like the idea of a custom album using those pages and a binder. Plus, I figure it's better for the coins than a normal Dansco or similar album.

Richie,

You know you can just buy an IS box and store your coins in there... I only have a handful of coins in IS holders, just my raw MS stuff. As far as putting them in there, wear gloves, be careful, gentle and slow.

However my slabs and my GSA dollars are in IS boxes, I also have some mint rolls in IS boxes.

The only coins that I keep in Dansco albums are circulated ones, well, my circulated Lincoln album has a few red 40s and 50s coins but those are not terribly valuable.

Bill

Well, I want to do a binder so I can look at the coins and organize them by set. I don't care for the boxes. I think a binder properly stored will be just fine. I was just wondering if anyone knows a good way to put the coin's in the holder.

I swear by Intercept Shield products . When putting a coin into one of their 2X2s I wear cotton gloves , and push them in with my finger , sometimes I'll use a cotton ball over the coin , It really doesn't take much pressure .
rzage

Originally Posted by CamaroDMD

Well, I want to do a binder so I can look at the coins and organize them by set. I don't care for the boxes. I think a binder properly stored will be just fine. I was just wondering if anyone knows a good way to put the coin's in the holder.

I use a fine microfiber cloth. Never had a problem. They go in easy. I place in IS box. I started using airtites more because when I look at coins is 2x2 IS holders and there is any significant humidity in the air then condensation from my fingers forms on the inside of the holder, so I have shifted away from them. I put the airtights in non-PVC plastic flips and place in IS 2x2 box, in ziplocks with dessicants inside.

These guys are right. I wear cotton gloves as well. Set the coin in the center and just push straight down on each side. MS doesn't mean the coin has never been touched. Just push it in and don't slide your finger around on the surface. This shouldn't be enough pressure to stamp imperfections into the surface. Then, just pull your finger straight back. No worries.

There is a proper method for putting coins into IS holders and you do not have to touch the surface of the coin. They used to even have illustrations for doing this. I'll have to check to see if they still do.

But it's simple. Lay the coin on a flat hard surface. Take the black holder insert and holding it with both hands push down the center with your thumbs so that the insert is bent to 90 deg in the middle. Not touching the coin with your fingers, push the horizontal half of the insert down over the coin being careful not to slide the coin on the table or counter. Then let go of the top half and push it down around the edge of the coin. That's it - done. Then just pick up the insert, again not touching the coin and place it into the box.

Originally Posted by GDJMSP

There is a proper method for putting coins into IS holders and you do not have to touch the surface of the coin. They used to even have illustrations for doing this. I'll have to check to see if they still do.

But it's simple. Lay the coin on a flat hard surface. Take the black holder insert and holding it with both hands push down the center with your thumbs so that the insert is bent to 90 deg in the middle. Not touching the coin with your fingers, push the horizontal half of the insert down over the coin being careful not to slide the coin on the table or counter. Then let go of the top half and push it down around the edge of the coin. That's it - done. Then just pick up the insert, again not touching the coin and place it into the box.

once more in easy terms so we can understand it

Originally Posted by GDJMSP

There is a proper method for putting coins into IS holders and you do not have to touch the surface of the coin. They used to even have illustrations for doing this. I'll have to check to see if they still do.

But it's simple. Lay the coin on a flat hard surface. Take the black holder insert and holding it with both hands push down the center with your thumbs so that the insert is bent to 90 deg in the middle. Not touching the coin with your fingers, push the horizontal half of the insert down over the coin being careful not to slide the coin on the table or counter. Then let go of the top half and push it down around the edge of the coin. That's it - done. Then just pick up the insert, again not touching the coin and place it into the box.

i got it after reading 5 times what he is saying is

open the 2x2

with one half put it ontop of the coin it sticks then use the black felt and place it in the 2x2 and the close it. simple. a true genius if we could only understand him

Originally Posted by dprice7

I use a fine microfiber cloth. Never had a problem. They go in easy. I place in IS box. I started using airtites more because when I look at coins is 2x2 IS holders and there is any significant humidity in the air then condensation from my fingers forms on the inside of the holder, so I have shifted away from them. I put the airtights in non-PVC plastic flips and place in IS 2x2 box, in ziplocks with dessicants inside.

You should use desiccants in your IS boxes , If there is moisture forming something is wrong as even airtites are not airtight .
rzage

Originally Posted by CamaroDMD

Well, I want to do a binder so I can look at the coins and organize them by set. I don't care for the boxes. I think a binder properly stored will be just fine. I was just wondering if anyone knows a good way to put the coin's in the holder.

Intercept Shield does sell binder products that have the shield material built into the binder - or the slipcase for the binder. I haven't tried one because I use the IS boxes instead.

As for mounting the coins, the other posts herein have addressed that issue. There is enough stretch to the material that you can mount the material to the coin and then place it in the 2x2 - always wearing gloves. Any contact with the coin is minimal when using this technique. I just wish Intercept made a wider range of sizes. I have a 2-oz. Libertad I am still tring to find a good capsule for.

Originally Posted by JohnGalt

Intercept Shield does sell binder products that have the shield material built into the binder - or the slipcase for the binder. I haven't tried one because I use the IS boxes instead.

As for mounting the coins, the other posts herein have addressed that issue. There is enough stretch to the material that you can mount the material to the coin and then place it in the 2x2 - always wearing gloves. Any contact with the coin is minimal when using this technique. I just wish Intercept made a wider range of sizes. I have a 2-oz. Libertad I am still tring to find a good capsule for.

thatswhy they call me king spock. put it in an airtite from jps corner and put the airtite in is shoebox same result and pleae guys invest in a dehumidifier

I have tried EVERYTHING over the past 30 years and have found NOTHING, based on convenience, cost and results, has beaten the Airtite holder. I pulled almost all of my collection out of albums, due to heavy toning, years ago. I recently described a unique situation, on another forum, of a problem I encountered in the past 3 years which I can share here. I bought 3 of the 2005-D Speared Bison buffalo nickels, when they were discovered that year, and stored them in a safe for the past 3 years. Now I might add I don't collect error coins but I am a huge buffalo collector so they fit into my addiction. One of the coins was raw, one was graded by NGC and the last one was graded by ANACs. The only coin that has retained its original surface is the raw coins, resting comfortably in the mylar 2X2. The Anacs coin is now heavily toned and the NGC coin is starting the toning process. Being an old fashion collector I tend to keep my coins "as I bought them" so I regret not putting anything I have ever owned in airtite holders. Almost everything else has failed me, over the long haul, and nothing is more readily available and easier to work with than the airtite. I have NEVER had a coin tone in an airtite so I will probably swear by them until the day I die. I might also mention the mere fact, over a period of years, a collection can grow by leaps and bounds so economically I found the airtite to reign supreme. Both my wife and I collect so protecting a vast number of coins turned into a costly venture over the years. Hundreds of dollars worth of albums have been sold off on Ebay as they failed us miserably. We have tried everything but now only keep airtites and mylar 2X2's on hand. This is based on nothing more than years of experience.

Originally Posted by crystalk64

I have tried EVERYTHING over the past 30 years and have found NOTHING, based on convenience, cost and results, has beaten the Airtite holder. I pulled almost all of my collection out of albums, due to heavy toning, years ago. I recently described a unique situation, on another forum, of a problem I encountered in the past 3 years which I can share here. I bought 3 of the 2005-D Speared Bison buffalo nickels, when they were discovered that year, and stored them in a safe for the past 3 years. Now I might add I don't collect error coins but I am a huge buffalo collector so they fit into my addiction. One of the coins was raw, one was graded by NGC and the last one was graded by ANACs. The only coin that has retained its original surface is the raw coins, resting comfortably in the mylar 2X2. The Anacs coin is now heavily toned and the NGC coin is starting the toning process. Being an old fashion collector I tend to keep my coins "as I bought them" so I regret not putting anything I have ever owned in airtite holders. Almost everything else has failed me, over the long haul, and nothing is more readily available and easier to work with than the airtite. I have NEVER had a coin tone in an airtite so I will probably swear by them until the day I die. I might also mention the mere fact, over a period of years, a collection can grow by leaps and bounds so economically I found the airtite to reign supreme. Both my wife and I collect so protecting a vast number of coins turned into a costly venture over the years. Hundreds of dollars worth of albums have been sold off on Ebay as they failed us miserably. We have tried everything but now only keep airtites and mylar 2X2's on hand. This is based on nothing more than years of experience.

unfortunately my friend your world is different from ours. the level of pollution changes everyday and so a mere airtight is not goign to be good enough by itself. there were times when an airtite was unnecessary today it just offers basic protection. i possibly have suffered the most here at Ct because of the elements. trust me you dont want to be like the patheons they have suffered more in the last 30 then in the previous 1300 . spock out

Originally Posted by spock1k

thatswhy they call me king spock. put it in an airtite from jps corner and put the airtite in is shoebox same result and pleae guys invest in a dehumidifier

Spock what happened to the guy who sweared by Intercept Shield , which I still do because of our Kings influence
rzage