Series -vs- Single coins

[+UOTrackers]

The topic says it all! Series -vs- singles? And for a bit of fun...Why? Aww heck, while we're at it, what's your favorite feature of a coin? (shape, hard enamel, color, oddity, gimik, etc. etc.)

[+AtwellFamily]

New to this and didn't ever expect to collect but will be entering recovery at some point....

 

Singles. Buying sets can get expensive and tradeding for are even more difficult. Feature wise I would have to go with theam that pertains to me and secondly something unique about the coin.

[+501_Gang]

Singles.

 

Trade only are better yet.

 

Trackable not required.

 

Design and personal coins are best.

Edited December 21, 2006 by 501_Gang

[+The Moop Along]

Singles.

 

Trade only are better yet.

 

Trackable not required.

 

Design and personal coins are best.

 

Ditto, sets are a waste. I don't even read those topics anymore

[+fox-and-the-hound]

Singles unless set pieces can stand alone on design. There have been a few sets in which only one coin appealed to me and I like being able to get just the one, but design is first and foremost for us.

[+Dr. Whoever]

Singles unless set pieces can stand alone on design. There have been a few sets in which only one coin appealed to me and I like being able to get just the one, but design is first and foremost for us.

 

Agreed

 

Of course, knowing the cacher personally when purchasing personal coins is a bonus and it makes the coin even more appealing. Knowing the cacher from forums, emails, etc. makes it somewhat appealing. But, as a few have stated previously DESIGN really makes a HUGE difference in the appeal.

[+9Key]

But, as a few have stated previously DESIGN really makes a HUGE difference in the appeal.

I totally agree. There's been some real clunkers lately.

 

There's a difference between a series and a set. I like a series, like benchmarks or that new country series, but sets like the Stop Geocoin Theft are something I pass on.

[+OshnDoc]

I prefer personal single coin designs in 3D antique metal or satin finishes, which enhance the coin designs. There are some series out there I like and purchase mostly for my children, and some of them I can easily skip. And then there are some personal ones out there which I would not get either. It all depends on the design of the coin and, if it is for purchase, -- the price as well. If I have to pay $10-15 per coin (like some of the latest cons out there) plus shipping, that is a definite turn off, even if I like the coin or the series. Coins are not that expensive to make. So my vote goes for single issue, possibly different metals, personal coins with a true meaning behind them related to the coin designer and geocaching of course.

Edited December 21, 2006 by OshnDoc

[avroair]

Singles, series or sets makes no different to me if I like the design and concept of the coin I will trade or buy it.

 

Buy or trading also makes no difference to me, they are both transactions.

 

I can't really say what sub-category of coin I prefer since I have a little of everything. Personals are fun especially if you know the cacher, event coins are fun especially if you attended. Other series I don't usually care for but occasionally a conept or design strikes a good tone with me and I will buy or sell it.

 

It's all personal preference.