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<p>[QUOTE="Catbert, post: 1894587, member: 12718"]I have one at NGC. Here is my U.S. Basic Type set description (that echos the OP's desire for focus):</p><p><br /></p><p><i>"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. </i></p><p><i><br /></i></p><p><i>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.</i></p><p><i><br /></i></p><p><i>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>[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>
[QUOTE="Catbert, post: 1894587, member: 12718"]I have one at NGC. Here is my U.S. Basic Type set description (that echos the OP's desire for focus): [I]"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][/QUOTE]
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