Collecting for Beginners

Jeff Figler offers advice to readers just starting out in the world of collecting

Jeff Figler | Feb 22, 2012, 3:54 p.m.

Jeff Figler teaches novice collectors the ins and outs of collecting various treasures in “Collecting for Beginners” (ISBN 1461077435). Figler, one of the world’s leading experts on collecting, writes about his own experiences, and provides valuable guidance to those who aren’t sure about how to find their way around the sometimes confusing world of memorabilia.

According to the author, this highly profitable activity can be intimidating to new collectors, so Figler clears up any misconceptions readers may have about their new hobby. He does this by presenting his story in an easy to understand manner, in addition to providing collecting tips and techniques at every turn.

“Collecting is a multi-billion dollar industry,” Figler says. “‘Collecting for Beginners’ is a self-help guide to collecting.”

The easy reading manual is full of fun forays into attics, garages and back rooms. Figler explains virtually everything about collecting, while revealing the odd places where these items can be found.

“Collecting for Beginners” shows readers how to care for collectibles, how to help children collect objects and toys special to them, and how collectors should act at an auction. Figler includes many other tips and techniques for getting the most out of collecting. He hopes readers will gain a deeper understanding of the industry and enjoy it as well.

“Collecting for Beginners” is available for sale online at Amazon.com and other channels.

About the Author:

Jeff Figler has published more than 300 articles about all aspects of collecting, including memorabilia from pop culture, history and presidential politics. He is one of the world’s leading experts on collectibles and is a former sports columnist for the St. Louis Post-Dispatch and STL Today. Figler and his wife established the Figler Foundation and Museum in 2006, which features sports, historical, presidential and pop culture galleries. He and his wife split their time between St. Louis, San Diego and London.