My big concern is that I am able to read the hot stamp or engraving on the chip. I prefer a chip that shows a slight trace of table wear as opposed to one that never saw the tables.

If I had a choice of spending my $75.00 on one chip in good mint condition chip or for a dozen in worn condition, I would definately take the 12. I would rather have 75 drilled but readable for the $75.00 rather then the first two choices.

BTW, the only book I have ever consulted was the Chip Rack. It tells me everything I need to know.