hello , I think it is impossible to return the total amount of money you've
put into your hobby , for your shells are priceless , in a way .
You'll never get the same amount of shells in return , even if you are so
heavy insured you'll get your money back .And if every shell you have has a
historical , or better emotional value (for instant a honeymoon -collection
trip , or just a nice vacation abroad )you'll definitely lost some priceless
seashells .
I've decided to insure my collection to a reasonable amount of money , and
then start over again , should my collection be destroyed completely .
But that is for each person different I guess .
I do hope nobody's collection will be destroyed ever , even if it is insured
very well .
with greetings , Jan Neefs


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From: Marion & Glen Deuel <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Saturday, June 09, 2001 5:15 PM
Subject: shell related


> Hi,
> I have a question. If a shell collector wanted to get his
> collection appraised for insurance purposes or other
> reasons, who does this? How much do they charge to do this?
> Glen Deuel
>
>