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Good luck to those bidding on the vintage pins. While many have discussed the motives of these these seemingly devious pin collectors, I also don't understand the anger toward pin collectors--- there are many pin collectors who are Greeks, or they're just antique lovers who are appreciative of beautiful vintage jewelry. What's so horrible about that, especially if the pin ended up on Ebay because it was lost or a decedent didn't make plans to pass it down in the family or send it back to HQ... shouldn't the anger be directed at that irresponsible Greek, and not someone who is acquiring a collection of pins? Should stamp collectors be deprived their habit because used stamps should be returned to the post office?

To each his own, and again, best of luck to those bidding. My own uncle is a GLO alumnus and is an antiques dealer. He makes his living shopping at estate sales, appraising and selling vintage items. I'm proud of him for being passionate about his career and that he brings beautiful things to other people.

It's really all perspective. I am not big on pin collecting, but again to each his own. While I am pinching my dollars these days, I do hope one day to make a sizable contribution to the ADPi Foundation, to support our ongoing programs-- the living and breathing part behind the pin.