Hi everyone, Just thought I'd introduce myself as I just joined the CCGCC. I'm Carl from Long Beach, NY. I've been interested in collecting chips for quite some time but only recently started making some purchases and starting my collection. I've always been a collector of something...in my teens, baseball cards. In my 20's, vinyl records. In my 30's, vintage rock and roll posters from San Fran...the latter of which I used to actively sell and trade. I think collecting is in my DNA. Chipping seems perfect for me as I love Las Vegas, and am fascinated by the history of the many casinos that have come and gone, as well as the various art and designs on the chips themselves. --- As a newbie to the hobby, I'd love to hear what you all focus your collecting activity on if anyone is interested in sharing that. Anyway, I'm looking forward to being a member and learning as much as I can here.- Carl