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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;TypeCoin971793, post: 3270129, member: 78244&quot;]I believe that <i>specific</i> coins which are a part of the cultural heritage of an area belong in a museum. For example, the rare/unique Viking coins found earlier this year, coins found at Pompeii, coins found with a Roman soldier’s remains, Trier’s massive hoard of aurei, significant (rare/valuable/good-condition) coins found at archaeological sites, etc. These, like other major artifacts, tell the story of the area’s rich culture, and it would be a shame for the area to be stripped of its heritage.</p><p><br /></p><p>Some coins, like Syracuse dekadrachms or Athenian gold, are so rare and valuable that museums are the only way people/collectors can enjoy the coins in person, so I support their presence in museums. Also some coins supplement the exhibit by adding to the story, rare or not.</p><p><br /></p><p>However, massive collections/hoards that are simply gathering dust in museum basements would probably be better taken care of and appreciated if they were put on the market. Plus it would raise much-needed revenue for the museums.[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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