Collectors Lose 10 '52 Topps Mantle Rookies in Fire

[Volod]

Wow, always a scary thing to live under the flight path of a nearby airfield. But, five miles out, you would think you might be safe. Thanks for an interesting and sobering read.

[stlcardsfan]

I remember that crash. I think I remember the pilots somewhat inexperienced and were complaining about their schedules, pay, etc. right before the plane went down. Very bad weather as I recall.

[Exhibitman]

Other lessons:

--Doesn't hurt to insure your collection. Forces you to make a list and provides a ready source of compensation if something happens.

--Splitting your collection between different places, like a home and safe deposit box, can mitigate a catastrophic loss. I will never be in a position to know what it is like to own 10 1952 Mantles but if I had ten of anything that valuable and wasn't selling I am pretty sure I'd keep at least five at the bank.

[gnpaden]

What a wild story! I have my valuable cards spread out in 3 different safety deposit boxes across 3 different banks in the city.