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A. G. Maisey · 18th January 2011, 02:53 AM

Yeah, you're probably right David, however, when a question is phrased in terms of "value", it can generate answers other than those sought.

Again yes, I do really believe that we should all treat our collections in the way that best suits us. Sure, there is some sort of responsibility towards following generations, and when we develop a cultural conscience it does become obvious that we need to preserve the past, but on the other hand,each of us needs to live with what have.

I think my encouragement to act according to our own desires stops a bit short of grabbing the can of gold spray paint --- and as for Araldite, well, I reckon it should only be sold on licence.

18th January 2011, 02:53 AM	#2
A. G. Maisey Member Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 6,992	Yeah, you're probably right David, however, when a question is phrased in terms of "value", it can generate answers other than those sought. Again yes, I do really believe that we should all treat our collections in the way that best suits us. Sure, there is some sort of responsibility towards following generations, and when we develop a cultural conscience it does become obvious that we need to preserve the past, but on the other hand,each of us needs to live with what have. I think my encouragement to act according to our own desires stops a bit short of grabbing the can of gold spray paint --- and as for Araldite, well, I reckon it should only be sold on licence.