Any other coin collectors never sold a coin?

True...coins are not people. However, most of us spend a considerable amount of time investing in and learning about coins, that we do become attatched in a way that makes them more than mere pieces of metal. I have coins that were passed down from my grandparents to my parents, then to myself. They represent the memories of my grandparents. They are a piece of who they were, and now who I am. An average piece of metal does not posess those characteristics. So, I can relate when some think of coins as a part of their family and lives...because they are in some instances. If not, this hobby would be just another passing fad instead of a hobby that has outlasted empires.

Of course, this is just how I view the hobby, and why I enjoy it so much.
Guy~

 

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The first thing I finished was a set of walkers, from 37 to 46, then I slowly upgraded to the point that I have about 20 walkers that really aren't much above melt. I still cannot bear to part witht them, I don't know why, I have never been this attached to a non-living thing. Now I have about 2,000 coins and have not sold any. I do have a set of state quarters for each of my 4 grandchildren so next year I will be giving them their sets, also the Presedential dollars, but who knows if I will complete those sets. These will be the first collectable coins that I will be giving away, they are like my children.

After I am gone, I hope one of the 4 will want the collection to expand it, but if not they can sell it and split the money.

 

I agree with coleguy. But I do beleive what others have said about selling coins making you a smarter collector.