Michael-Thanks. I really appreciate you taking the time for such an informative response. I agree with you that the people involved in this hobby are exceptional; I have been amazed at how friendly and willing to help they are. Additionally, I never cease to be astounded by the knowledge of chips and casinos they possess; often a question will be posted, and I will think, how could anyone know that answer, yet in 5 minutes 3 people will have posted a response. I truly enjoy learning and expanding my horizons beyond those places I have been able to actually visit. While my post was partially tongue in cheek, it does reflect, in a measure, how easy it is(at least for me) to quickly get caught up in the often angst-ridden tone of this board and forget what was so fun about the chips in the first place. (Maybe when you know, or own, all the big stuff, you've got to start sweating the small stuff!) Thanks again for your advice. I'm sure I'll remain a collector for years to come-just not too serious a one! Mike