My name is A.J. Giametta, Tyler, Texas, and I started collecting "wet" chips while cruising around the world. During a holdem' game, the subject of chip collecting came to the forefront. A gentleman who was winning everyone's money said he was a collector and told me about the club. A little searching found the site that I monitored for a few weeks before my wife urged me to join. Now, I have met some really nice collectors who have helped me grow my hobby. I am now collecting Mississippi and Louisiana casino chips as well as all major cruise lines.
If I am one of those considered for a free chip, I would like the Texas Longhorns Rose Bowl Chip. Thanks for asking us newbies to respond to this post. My overall chip knowledge has expanded to the point where it is very enjoyable to search everywhere for chips -- I have found some good ones and bought junk thinking the items were valid collectibles.