I've been putting together my database for my collection. I added a place to display photos of the obverse and reverse of each coin. It never dawned on me as to WHY I want photos of every coin I have. I figured if I want to see them I should pull them out and look at them. I mean, that is why we have them, right?
Who has that kind of time to photograph every coin? It would take me several lifetimes, I'm affraid. Guy~
Hidden away and stored well. I strongly believe what I have would survive theft, fire, tornado or nuclear attack. Interesting idea though. Might be nice having a photo data base for convenience.
i think this is why i have my website :0 to look at whenever or wherever i want to. But like what was said.. it does take alot of time, but to me, its worth it.
I am in process of doing it, both for my collection and the site. What a pain, but a requirement. I sooooo need to learn how to photograph my toned coins.
I know what you mean. I am dreading the day I have to compile a photo record of my collection. Maybe if I had started 10 or 20 years ago but now!! Luckily my insurance co. doesn't require a photo record and is satisfied (so far) with a detailed list instead.
I have most of my collection photo cataloged, that way, i dont have too pull out boxes when i want too look at them, and it is easier too show people online, if they ask.
I have photo records of every coin I've sold since 2005. The folder takes up nearly 10GB on my hard drive.
Ohhhhhhhhh, yes. Got to for insurance purposes. On my computer. Also burned to a CD which is stored separate from the collection.
Ditto here. work computer, backup book drive and my laptop all have copies and a copy to the insurance agent about every 4-6 months
