belti Posted August 17, 2016 Report Share Posted August 17, 2016 Hi As I have explained in my introductory post, I am fairly new to coin collecting. I have been accumulating coins mainly euro coins for quite some time, and I am now planning to start storing them in plastic pockets. My query in this regard is there any difference as to the quality of the plastic pockets used? I am mainly a stamp collector and when it comes to storage you read a lot about good quality acid free pages. Is there any similar issues with storage accessories for coins? Actually I found some plastic pockets on ebay which are relatively cheap 5 pages (holding 42 coins each) for a little less than $4. Is this price normal for such pockets or shall I look at something of a better quality ? Thank you in advance for your assistance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Art1.2 Posted August 17, 2016 Report Share Posted August 17, 2016 Same as stamps, acid and pcv free very important. There are high quality pages and flips available and while more expensive the safety makes them worth it. Best of luck with your collecting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
belti Posted August 17, 2016 Author Report Share Posted August 17, 2016 Thank you very much for your feedback. Do you recommend any particular brands please or perhaps an estimate price per sheet that I should expect to pay for good quality pockets ? Thank you once again for your assistance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Finn235 Posted August 17, 2016 Report Share Posted August 17, 2016 Saflips are a good brand. I found a 100 pack on ebay for $19 with free shipping. If you go for cardboard 2x2s, you can get them for way less than 10 cents each, but you can't get the coin back out without ruining the flip. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
belti Posted August 18, 2016 Author Report Share Posted August 18, 2016 I am basically looking for A4 plastic pockets which will hold at least 25 coins (or more) per sheet. I tried to search for A4 Saflips on ebay but unfortunately it didn't turn up any results. Thank you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ikaros Posted August 18, 2016 Report Share Posted August 18, 2016 I use the plastic folder pages with cardboard flips for my world birthyear set; the flip doesn't need to be stapled or taped since the pocket will hold it closed. I haven't seen A4 sized pocket pages... but then I'm in North America where we don't use that size, so I'm afraid I don't know where to point you. But it is a very handy way to store your coins, since it allows you easy access and easy sorting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
belti Posted August 19, 2016 Author Report Share Posted August 19, 2016 Hi Thank you for the update. By any chance do you have any links from where I can see this product and perhaps order some as well. Once again thank you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ikaros Posted August 22, 2016 Report Share Posted August 22, 2016 I always get mine at my local coin shop so I can't make any online recommendations. You can get a look at the sort of thing I'm talking about here -- please keep in mind that I'm only providing the link for the image, I haven't done business with this company so I can't speak to their pricing, delivery options, or the like, and I definitely recommend trying to find a local provider (online or physical store) or the shipping might be an issue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
belti Posted August 23, 2016 Author Report Share Posted August 23, 2016 Thank you for the link. Yes, that is exactly what I am looking for. As you rightly recommended, I will try to buy from a local store first as postage from USA would be quite expensive to Malta. Once again thank you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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