Obscured Sets

Why bother joining a registry whether it is PCGS or NGC and obscure your set? I consider the registry as a community of hobbyist and want to be part of it. If it is for accounting reasons they could use an excel spreadsheet. Or is it fear of exposing their valuable coins?

I understand that not everyone is a photographer and do not have the time or equipment. There are several great photographers as members of the Collector Society who charge a nominal fee to image your collection. My collection resides in a safety deposit box but it is great to see them in my registry when I miss them.

I can assure you when you do decide to sell your collection one day a good image of your coin will bring a much desirable price. I am through ranting but I love looking at other member's coins even if it is not in an area I collect. I had my Indian Head Proof registry coins imaged by a very talented CS member. Capturing proof coins that are toned entombed in a slab is difficult. I did photo my Half Cent collection. Check them out and have great day.