Ive thought about this, and I think all I would say is that if you have anything that might be of more than just sentimental value, then let friends or family know what it is, and perhaps they could then make sure it goes somewhere where it can continue to be appreciated. In some cases, a museum might be a good place for it – in others, another collector might be looking for just that thing.

A couple of people have contacted me in recent years and asked if I would be so kind, in the event of their passing, to help sort out their collections, just so it doesn’t end up in the local tip.

Bruce