As I See It...

[darwinbulldog]

Originally Posted by Peter_Spaeth

My guess is that the overwhelming majority of people here are someplace on the spectrum between pure collector and pure investor, not at either extreme. The same is likely true of any hobby where items have nontrivial value.

I'm on the spectrum alright.

[brianclat11]

Originally Posted by darwinbulldog

I'm on the spectrum alright.

Very funny! I think most of us are.

[Snapolit1]

I'm sure there are some folks here who are really into cards and never think of their value. I would suspect that those folks are either extraordinary wealthy and have amazing collections, the value of which is irrelevant to their life, or they collect what makes them happy and it's not of any great value. As stated above, most of us love our collections and would be happy if they continue to appreciate in value. (My kids will sell most of my cards someday. Why wouldn't I want them to increase in value?)