It may not be much to look at, but it was the FIRST chip I ever collected. April 19, 2000. My 2nd trip to Las Vegas, my 1st ever win at a Blackjack table, and without realizing it, the start of my Casino Chip Collection.

The next night at The Venetian, I noticed the 1st Anniversary Chip on the Blackjack table. I asked the dealer what the "special chips" were for, and he told me some people collect them. "Really?!?" I said... with my wife noticing that "look" in my eye. :-)

This chip occupies the first spot in my House Chips binder, and I will NEVER sell it. (You do notice the "Real Blackjack Action" chips along the sides don't you?)

Todd Barrett #5068