I've been collecting for a few decades now, and while I knew of registry sets I didn't really ever think that I would put one together. But I've been losing focus on my collecting for a time now and been kind of all over the place, which isn't really in keeping with how I've collected for the last several years. So, I moved towards creating a registry set to do two things. 1) ground myself in the hobby again and 2) build some value in a few of the really nice high grade pieces that I've purchased over the years. Here in a week or so when the first shipment of coins comes back from NGC I'll post a link to the set of Washington Quarters I am putting together. So, how many of you have registry sets and why?
I have two Registry sets at NGC. Same name as here. Starting a Registry made me think and plan my purchases better.
I have 11 or 12 NGC Registry Sets. I don't do PCGS sets because of their restriction to PGCS graded coins only. As to the "why", much of my collection is in a safe deposit box. I'm proud of my collection and like to show it off. That can't be done if I can't quickly put my hands on them. So the Registry Sets allow me to store pertinent info about my coins WITH PICTURES. Showing them off therefore becomes possible.
I have just one registry set with NGC, and its a non-competitive collection of my ANA National Convention Medals, 1969-1982. The only reason I decided to enter this set is because there aren't any other ANA medal collections, and I thought others might enjoy them. Chris
I have one at NGC. Here is my U.S. Basic Type set description (that echos the OP's desire for focus): "I've chosen the basic type set format since it gives structure and limits to collecting the many types and varieties of U.S. coinage. This registry allows me to track my progress, but it is doubtful that I'll ever complete the journey given the expense involved. Further, I have no interest in any coin post 1964 and thus 16 slots of this set will remain unfilled. My approach is to strive to make every purchase count by choosing quality over quantity. Each coin that I include should meet my objective of having a compellingly distinctive look, but the selection will be done without regard for finding the highest technical grade available (ignoring registry point competition) or that the assigned grade must be of a uniform level. What you will see are coins that have elicited a strong personal attraction. Naturally, I have budget constraints, as do most, so I add pieces when a combination of opportunity and resources allow. As my journey continues, some coins may eventually be substituted if I find a better coin that fits my current interests and thus the collection will be a continuous work in progress!"
I had a 7070 w/gold at NGC. I like that they allow both PCGS and NGC slabs. I cracked into the 1st page(top 50) but have since changed my collecting goals and began selling it off. If you want some monster points for little money, PM me and I'll give you a tip or 2........
I entered a few of my NGC type coins just to sort of keep track of them. Then I did a few Proof Jeffersons, then the 5 coin ASE set. One day while browsing other collectors sets, I saw Miss Buckeye's Gold Buffalos, WOW. So I had to get my Gold Buffalos into the Retro Black holders. That was a real thrill trip !!!
I have one. I'm definitely not one of the competitive registry guys. Just put a coin up anytime I see a whole in the set. In fact I prefer raw coins over graded ones for my classic US coin collections.
I don't have any registry sets. I like to keep my collecting uncompetitive. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
I have a few Registry sets at both NGC and PCGS... Losing interest to a degree because of the lack of finding upgrades. It gets a little boring just waiting for the new year coins to come out. http://www.pcgs.com/SetRegistry/alltimeset.aspx?s=43295 Lately, been having fun with the "showcase" sets that you can build the way you like them. http://www.pcgs.com/setregistry/showcase.aspx?sc=1165
