How do you store your pins?
I've been slowly building my collection of pin. I've been keeping these in small riker display cases.
These works great for smaller pins (Sweet Caporal, cracker jack, etc). But I've picked up 30 PM10s and I think there must be something better. I like this look of this one but I was wondering how other more experienced pin guys store your collections? I considered coin flips and coin capsules but I don't think they'll be deep enough to hold the pins properly. I keep my Topps and Salada coins in self adhesive coin flips that I store in boxes. That makes it easy to look through. I'd love to have something similar that works for my pins. Thanks. |
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It's not very sophisticated, but they look great in my display case ...
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I remember one board member here mentioning and I think even showing a scan of his pins in styrofoam or similar foam. Unless there's some reason to see the back then I think this is a good idea, as you can pretty much align them any way you want, and cstomize the size of your display case.
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I like the Riker cases as well. Styrofoam is a decent option but unless they’re covered, they’re a pain to dust.
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I don't have to worry about running out of space for my pins because I have all the cheap ones, and everyone I need is like $500. :D Did you see the prices in the last Hake's auction? Pins have become a rich man's sport.
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Pins and Pennants are fun additions to my collection. I just need much less space to manage my pin collection. |
Where do you get the single pin plastic snap cases with the cotton or foam backing? The small ones that I usually see press pins sold in. I have no idea where to search for them.
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Don't have any pins myself, but could gem jars be an option? Maybe someone has used them?
There are varying sizes up to 2 inches or so I believe. This would only work for some of your smaller pins probably. Pictures from Ebay. |
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https://www.ebay.com/itm/Blank-Plast...Cclp%3A2334524 |
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Tons of different options, displaying Pins...
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The closest I can find are the ones posted earlier by "oldeboo".... https://www.ebay.com/itm/Blank-Plast...Cclp%3A2334524 These have worked pretty well for me, and are available in different shapes/sizes. Take a look at the various options within the listing, and I'm pretty sure you'll find some that are ideal for display. |
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Here's some real irony... I asked the exact same question over 10 years ago. And still no definitive source for these damned things...
https://www.net54baseball.com/showthread.php?t=122868 |
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Great displays in this thread. I have usually used the small, clear top boxes with foamy stuff under them to stick the pins to. Just like the ones you show... Don't have any right now.. |
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The suggestions in this thread have been great. In searching for gem pots and plastic boxes, I found a few other interesting things.
I picked up a set of fairly cheap 3d floating frames like these. They work pretty well. |
That's cool. But are the pins pinned :) up against the glass? Seems that might not be good for them but I don't know.....
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Sorry, but I had to do it.
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They're not very expensive so I didn't expect much. But It gives a pretty cool effect. |
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Shadow box here:
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OK...So...These sturdy cardboard & glass boxes cost $18.00 in an antique mall in Princeton IL. They were offered in many cup sizes. I believe the renter of the space was...Get ready and hold on...GIZMO. Yep..he of all caps and much anger...the "Old" members may remember him vividly. I think he still runs a hobby shop in IL. and is on facebook or has a website. The cups are removable and stand alone in a display setting. I believe that a poster has shown a smaller model.,,Good product I think.
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Not a great picture, but you get the idea.
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I only have a few, stickpin (dangerous) variety. I stick a pins into a thin piece of white high density closed cell foam (the stuff used to insulate pipes) cut to baseball card size, then house it in an Ultr-pro 50-card count case. Looks great.
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I thought I'd follow this up with something that I've found in case you all find it useful.
These Hartberger 53mm Coin Flips fit PM10s https://ebay.us/ZJycU5 These Hartberger pages hold the large flips https://ebay.us/OqZ2Jt They make different size flips and pages that'll accommodate different size pins. |
Butterfly Display Case
The frame isn't visible in this shot but I have my P2 set in a shadow box display case meant for displaying butterflies.
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/fi...3-w823-h652-no |
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