US Proof Sets

[pennies4pennies]

I have a question that I would like allot of feed back. I have over 40 US Proof Sets, allot of them are repeats. Values haven't gone up much from 1971 and my questions is Are they worth keeping ? Of course they are nice to have and I do like my Proof coins. I just have so many and I am trying to decide to keep them or sell them. What would you do sell or keep?

[JeanK]

The main reason I keep multiples of proof sets is in case I need it for an extra set I may want to build. An example would be, I am building sets of circulated wheats, bu wheat cents, and memorials for my grandchildren. If I really need the proofs for a set I can break into one of the extras without having to go and find another to buy on the internet. We all know the prices increase as time goes by.
Jean

[jfines69]

If you decide to sell them look at them close. You don't want to get rid of any special coins. I myself would keep a few since like Jean I am putting sets together for my grandchildren (Now at five and expected to increase).
Jim

[jcuve]

I think sold in parts (i.e., broken into individual coins) would yield more $$ than sets as many type collectors buy what they need for their albums.

I agree with Jim, looking for varieties is a good idea. Good luck!

[mousey70]

I agree with what everyone has said above. BUT if you have lost you feelings for them then cull out your favorites and resell the ones you do not want..