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How to Display a Vintage Toy Collection

You've spent years collecting toys and making sure that the packages stay pristine and unopened. But you feel that you should be sharing them with everyone instead of keeping them hidden away. In that case, it's time to learn how to safely display your vintage toys while maintaining their value and appeal.

Instructions

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  Gather all of your vintage toys together in one spot. Take a count of how many you have. You'll need this number as a guide to purchase a display case, which is the safest way to display valuable items.
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  Look in furniture stores or on the Internet for display cases. You'll have to take into account the size of your collection and the available space in your home. If you plan on increasing the size of your collection, buy a bigger case so you have ample room.
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  Group your toys into categories. You can group them by years, by type of toy or even by height. If the toys are in odd shaped boxes, you may need to figure out a way to have them stand up in the display case.
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  Display your vintage collection with pride. If your funds are low and a display case is out of the question for you right now, you can always purchase Lucite boxes to put the toys in and just use an existing shelf in your house. The important thing is that the toys are both displayed and protected from dust and human touch.

Collecting Vintage Toys