Collections vs. accumulations, was Re: How many collectors?

From: Mike Ford <mikeford_at_socal.rr.com>
Date: Sat Aug 4 19:21:02 2001

>Vintage computer collecting is really no different from many other forms of
>collecting, its simply less common.
>
>Vintage car buffs clearly are more advanced in their restoration and repair

>Firearms collecting (in the USA) is probably the most similar form of

>In all these forms of collecting, as well as stamps, coins, and any antiques,

Two basic types of collector, those who assemble sets of items of value,
whose value is enhanced by completeness of the set, and those who collect
examples of fine craftsmanship and items of special merit compared to there
contemporaries. Most of my favorite systems I would be collecting
regardless if they are rare or common. Things I hunt down mostly because
they are rare, often prove much less satisfying to own than to look for.
Received on Sat Aug 04 2001 - 19:21:02 BST