What coin products do you use or would you like to use for long term storage?

Discussion in 'Coin Chat' started by BriannaCG, Mar 14, 2013.

  1. BriannaCG

    BriannaCG Member

    I just started collecting and I've worked for coin supply companies for about 4 years off and on, so I know what products are out there. I have my little coins (nothing special, just some old pocket change and a few mint steel pennies and wheaties) stored in things from CoinSafe capsules, Air-Tites, plastic 2x2s, paper 2x2s, in CoinSafe tubes and a few more I need to get in something.

    What do you use? How do you prepare your coin for long term storage?

    What sort of products would you like to use? (I work for a plastics manufacturer and have the ability to make new products.)

    I've seen the threads on how to "clean" a coin before putting it in a capsule, but it felt rather...complicated. Is it really worth it or necessary to do anything before storing it?
     
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  3. cpm9ball

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    Brianna, does the firm where you work use injection molding?

    Chris
     
  4. xGAJx

    xGAJx Happy

    I use 2x2 carboard flips (some people prefer SAFlips) and place them in my 20coin a page album. It looks great.
     
  5. BriannaCG

    BriannaCG Member

    Yes, it does.
     
  6. BriannaCG

    BriannaCG Member

    The SAFlips are easy but I love the flat cinch staplers and would rather the less expensive 2x2s for sure! The SAFlips are very nice, but I just can't see spending the money on those things... Especially when I use that awesome stapler for everything! My files are so perfect with those neat staples!!
     
  7. cpm9ball

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    I asked because I have an idea for a new slab storage box, and I need to discuss it with someone knowledgeable in plastics manufacturing.

    Chris
     
  8. BriannaCG

    BriannaCG Member

    Ah, so sort of like the PCGS plastic boxes?
    You can PM me anytime. I'm just starting out at this company but I can relay any messages or get you any of the answers you need.
     
  9. cpm9ball

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    I don't use too many cardboard 2x2's, but the flat cinch stapler is a must for anyone who doesn't like to use pliers to flatten the points from conventional staplers.

    The thing I like about SaFlips is that you have the extra pocket in which you can place the (optional) card with the info instead of writing all over a cardboard holder. I like to use my P-Touch to make the labels to apply to the cards which gives them a neat & clean appearance.

    Chris
     
  10. therocktjb

    therocktjb Wait, what**


    I've been doing the same with my P Touch on my 2x2's for cents thru quarters, I store my halves for the most part in Snap Tites and label those as well.

    I use square Coin Safe Tubes for all my rolls of cents, Snap Tites for my commemorative halves and dollars, and traditional cardboard 2x2's for everything else generally. I put all my individual coins in to boxes made for 2x2's, I have a three row box for all my wheats, a long 2 row box for nickels and quarters, and individual row boxes for my other denominations. For my commemoratives, because the Snap Tite is a bit wider, I have them in the box I got the Snap Tite's in for now until I fabricate a styrofoam and "presentation board" display case for them. Sounds odd, but they work well for my needs. I made one for all my rolls of wheat cents that I sort into individual year and mint mark.
     
  11. BriannaCG

    BriannaCG Member

    You sound like quite a thorough guy! I love things to have a neat and clean appearance - if only I had the time to do all of that!

    My daughter and I just went through about 40 lbs of jarred pocket change 2 weeks ago and I still have not had the time to put them somewhere or in something safe yet.
     
  12. bkozak33

    bkozak33 Collector

    I use to work for Mitsubishi Heavy Machinery, selling injection molding machines. My step dad is the regional manager for Engel Injection molding machines. What do you need to know?
     
  13. GDJMSP

    GDJMSP Numismatist Moderator

    Brianna -

    Since you are just starting out, let me ask you a question. If a coin is worthy of being in your collection, is it not worth spending 50 cents to protect that coin for your entire life, and your daughter's entire life ?

    I'll tell ya, these coins that you are collecting right now at the beginning, years from now those will be the most important coins there are to you, and probably to your daughter too. So think about what I just asked you.

    I'm saying this because you can buy Air-Tites for about 50 cents each, since you work at a coin supply company I'm sure you are aware of that. Heck you might even be able to get 'em cheaper. But the point is, every other kind coin holder there is (other than hard plastic coin holders) have problems, or will in time be harmful to the coins. And some sooner than others. To my knowledge, Air-Tites are about the cheapest way there is to go with hard plastic coin holders, that's why I recommend them. And if you buy your Air-Tites in advance so you have one for each new coin you add to your collection, you really don't notice the cost.

    It's not like a guy who has collected for 20 years and all of sudden he is told he needs to buy enough Air-Tites for his entire collection. Yeah, that could be a big chunk of change. But buying them 50 or so at time, you won't even notice it. So think about it.

    As for preparing your coins before storage, unless there is something on the coin that will harm it if you do not remove it, then leave the coins alone. Just put them in their holders as they are.

    And don't forget that there is a lot more to proper coin storage than just the holder you use if you want your coins to stay as you found them, or bought them. It's pretty simple, but you need to follow proper procedures.
     
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  14. BriannaCG

    BriannaCG Member

    I work for CoinSafe, who manufactures coin holders very similar to Air-Tites. I would prefer to use those. How do I store them once they are in there? Just in a box with my treasures and loose capsules?

    Can you briefly advise me on proper procedures?
     
  15. cpm9ball

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    Product feasibility, production and manufacturing costs. I think I've already got it covered, but thanks anyway.

    Chris
     
  16. BriannaCG

    BriannaCG Member

    It doesn't hurt to get two opinions! :)
     
  17. cpm9ball

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    I use the red 2x2 boxes for storing my casino chips in the AirTites with the accent ring (51.5mm) Each box holds 37 Airtites. The boxes are perfect for this and much, much cheaper than either Eagle plastic pages or the albums designed to hold AirTites.

    Chris

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  18. GDJMSP

    GDJMSP Numismatist Moderator

    This gets talked about all the time, I've posted about a couple of other times already today in fact. But I will again ;)

    Like I said, it's pretty simple. First step is a hard plastic holder, your preference on that as they all work. Then you need a sealed container of some kind. A safe will do, but so will a large Tupperware container, or similar product. They all work just as well too.

    If that is the route you go, just make sure you use one that is made for food storage because food storage products are not allowed by law to contain any PVC softeners. Then get yourself a 40 gram rechargeable silica gel pack for each container you use, put one inside each . You should be familiar with those given where you work. Make sure you check them and recharge them as needed. Store your container (or safe) in a dark place where the temperature remains fairly constant. A closet in your home that has no walls that border the exterior (outside) is the best bet.

    That's about it. But if you leave even 1 step out, well, you're probably gonna have problems with your coins at some point.
     
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  19. spock1k

    spock1k King of Hearts

    or you can buy gd's hat and store coins in that guaranteed rainbow toning :D
     
  20. BriannaCG

    BriannaCG Member

    GDs hat? ? Still learning all of the acronyms people use on here...lol
     
  21. therocktjb

    therocktjb Wait, what**

    GDJMSP is who he is referring to.
     
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