The weird and strange
Article Abstract:
It is difficult enough to explain to people in social situations, such as parties or family gatherings, the motivations and preferences of collectors. It is even harder to make them understand when the collected objects are bizarre, such as Naughty Figurines and clothes pins.
Publication Name: Antiques & Collecting Hobbies
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0884-6294
Year: 1992
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Take as many as you like
Article Abstract:
An obsessive collector faces a moral dilemma every time some collectibles interest him and the owner says 'take all you like,' and he wants them all. One such instance was a retailer giveaway of wrapped, random presidential coins, when he wanted a complete set.
Publication Name: Antiques & Collecting Hobbies
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0884-6294
Year: 1993
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Why I collect coconut heads
Article Abstract:
People who collect things as a hobby run the risk of placing way too much importance on their collection. Included in this satirical piece is a quiz and some clues to let you know that you may be taking your collecting hobby much too seriously.
Publication Name: Antiques & Collecting Hobbies
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0884-6294
Year: 1992
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