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Hey everyone... Newbie numismatist here. I started my coin collection by buying some Harris folders (cent, nickel, dime, quarter, and State Quarters) from my local bookstore and went through all the change I had in jars around the house and started filling in the holes. My 10-y.o. daughter and I have had great fun with it and we even rolled up almost $300 in change. We decided that we would take this money and expand our collection to include halves and dollars. When looking through the coin folders online, I came across the Harris "Twentieth Century Types" folder. Has anyone here assembled one of these collections? I can't find a listing of what exactly is in it. If I were not too particular on the grade of coins (G to XF), could I assemble one on a $150 budget? |
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 I've never seen one of the folders, I've used Whitman folders since 1974. I don't believe this folder would include the gold issues. If it doesn't include gold, then you should be able to accomplish your mission. |
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You may have come across the number "7070" in some posts around here. That is the model number for the Dansco 19th and 20th century type album. It has slots for almost 80 coins and will run a couple thousand minimally. The Whitman folder that you are referring to is a good type set for a beginner and someone on a small budget and could easily be completed for less than $200. It would contain the major types such as a 1909VDB, Type 1 and 2 Buffalo nickels, Type 1 and 2 Standing Liberty quarters, silver and clad business strikes, etc. The most expensive coins would probably be the 1917 T1 SLQ, Barber half dollar, and the Morgan and Peace dollars. The one exception would be if it included the 1921 High Relief Peace dollar which is minimally a $100 coin, the Dansco type album does not include it as a separate type. The best part of it is that a number of the coins would be relatively inexpensive even in MS grades. Edited by biokemist6
08/06/2009 12:52 am
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The Whitman album that you are referring to is a good type album for a beginner and someone on a small budget and could easily be completed He is asking about the Harris album, not Whitman. Any information on that one? I haven't been able to find info on it |
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I have seen some really cool 7070 pics posted on this forum. That's what got me interested in assembling a type folder. I figured there's no way I could shoot for the Dansco, but a 20th Century type should be possible for my budget. And it will be a great way for me to learn about each type of coin as I assemble the set. Even though Harris is owned by Whitman, they are different folders. All the rest of my folders are Harris, so I thought I'd stick with the same brand. The Harris folder has 30 openings and the Whitman folder has 35 openings, but I can't find a listing of what is in each one. I can't believe the Whitman has 5 more openings than the Harris but I'm sure they are very close. Thanks for the info, bio...now I can flip through my Red Book and get a feel for what I'll be looking for. |
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Eh, they are reasonably close. If this is the folder the OP is referring to, then it is also made by Whitman. The Harris folder has 30 holes while the Whitman has 35. Unfortunately, folders are not the best storage method- the obverse is completely exposed while the reverse is completely obscured. I would recommend a Whitman 20th century type album. It is more expensive and has 50 slots but albums are all-around better at protecting coins and you are able to view both sides. You would probably spend a little bit more than $150 on that one but it should be easily filled for less than $300. Edited by biokemist6
08/06/2009 10:25 am
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Excellent way to have the whole family involved in the hobby.
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Whitman 9139 Album is tempting, I can just about fill it...not ready to tackle 7070 yet. ( edit ) Yotie, A link is better than the list I just typed (and took out with this edit). Look at all the types included in this album. http://www.wizardcoinsupply.com/pro...ry-type.htmlBut I don't think so much space should be devoted to the Ikes and JFK halves. And it still doesn't have fifty. Edited by steve199
08/06/2009 12:16 pm
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Wow...thanks for all the info everyone. I think an album is a great idea so we can see the reverse sides without popping them out of the folder.
I've seen 20th Century Type albums from Whitman, US Mint, and Littleton. Regardless of the number of holes...are there any advantages to one type of album over another? Do they all display and protect the coins in the same way? Should my decision come down to the one I think looks the best? (Am I putting too much thought in to this?)
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