>>>I can't imagine having a "slabbed" chip. What a waste. If you can't hold 'em, why have 'em.

Remember that many folks here put chips in some sort of protective sleeve or case (air tite). I've even seen them framed. I am quite certain that folks who have rare chips in mint condition go to great efforts to keep them that way. Some of us do not believe that is what constitutes a slab. It is the attempt to apply a "grade" to the chip that makes it a slab IMO.

>>>Same way I feel about classic cars. If you can't drive 'em (and have to trailer them around to shows) why HAVE 'em?

To some (including moi) a great classic car is like a work of art. You don't need to drive a painting to appreciate it do you?

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