Sportyperson is on to something.

I think most of us can agree that the grand and glorious hobby of Numimatics needs young people to become interested in the hobby. When I was growing up (Pre Cable TV, Pre Video Games, ETC.) every 5 and 10 cent store sold coin collecting supplies and every major department store had a coin and stamp section. Those days are long over and to attract the young kids, we need to come up with something that will stimulate interest and foster healthy competition.

Here is my thought, NGC allow children, as young as 5, to open an account under their Parent/Guardian's account and to complete basic sets (Lincolns, Jeffersons, Washington, etc.) of RAW coins without concern for their grade. For instance, my daughter would get points for having a 1950-D nickel based on the relative rarity of the coin, in the entire series, and would be awarded a slightly higher point level just for having that coin in her collection. If she finished the set, she would get a special banner in her account and a little recognition in a special junior section of NGC (5-14 years). The parent or guardian would "certify" each time a junior added a coin.

Anyone think Sportyperson's concept is worth exploring? I do, and I am going to send my idea to NGC Customer Service. If you agree with the general concept, please also send your thoughts to customer service. We can make this happen!!!!!