Dennis,
I guess that each collector has to decide how to handle their collection. We collect for fun, and most of our stuff isn't that expensive. I mean, it's kinda hard to imagine someone breaking in to steal a pair of Silver Slipper nylons and a Harold's Club piggy bank that's wearing a Vegas World dealer tie!
We enjoy seeing and playing with our collection, and it's fun to share it with others in the hobby. I'm glad you're enjoying it.