Rich, Your evaluation of the overall chip hobby is spot on. The single most detrimental issue that has impacted this hobby over the last 10 years are your so-called " POG'S ". These limited edition chips are literally worthless in today's world. At every chip show people walk around with, bags, books, and cases full of them and no one wants them, even at face value or much less. But, as you well know the high end and rare chip market is alive and well.