Just thought I'd share my coin storage method... if anyone has any other methods, I'd enjoy seeing them. Especially if you have a particularly cool coin room. Geeks do that - set up hobby rooms... do coin collectors set up their own coin rooms, with like red velvet chairs and walnut display boxes and cased loupes and magnifying glasses with gold handles and stuff? Maybe a yellowed map on the wall? Anyway... I use factory fresh 50 cal ammo cans: http://tinyurl.com/koseyel With these organizing trays: http://tinyurl.com/puvkzhd http://tinyurl.com/mv3kwzs The trays hold 48 upright slabs perfectly, and also work great for 2x2 plastic holders. Three stacked trays filled with 2x2s (or ASE airtites) fit one ammo can perfectly. Any other tray configuration fits two in an ammo can. The trays with larger bins can hold mint boxes, etc. For trays with double sized bins, stacked slabs fit perfectly and allow 90 to a can. Air tight, waterproof in most circumstances.
I use PCGS Blue Boxes, 12 gallon plastic boxes, 2x2 boxes and a Safety Deposit box for all my storage needs. I'd show pictures but it's too freaking embarrassing!
I put mine in an empty 5 gallon water bottle, you really have to push hard to get silver dollars and double eagles in there
If you cant get those double eagles in ill be glad to take them off your hands to save you the trouble
I use several of these (metal, no plastic, and it has a silicone seal to keep out moisture): Here's a description: U.S. Military Surplus Metal Storage Container Sealed against the ravages of time! This U.S. Storage Container is the real deal, once used to transport warheads and other sensitive bits of gear you don't want to go "bang." Original Government cost is $230.00, save BIG! Ready to go to work a second time keeping your gear, valuables and important documents safely stored. Rubber seal locks out both air and water. Built in humidity indicator. Carry handles on each end with 3 clasps on each of the long sides to secure top and bottom together. Internal foam padding is removable if you need a little more space. Dimensions are 48 x 12 x 12"h. 6,912 cu. in. capacity. Weighs a substantial 64 lbs. Condition: like new, never issued, may show some storage wear. Secure your gear!
