I am sorry to read giving up collecting badges due to the flood of fakes. I am not one to ever give up, yes I know - never say never, but I hate the thought that the bad apples are having such a devastating effect.
I have bought more than my share of duds, but thanks ot this forum and the great people - to a person, I have really started to learn and am sincerely grateful. As Peter said, collecting gets in the blood, and I have been doing it ever since I bought my first pieces some 30+ years ago.
A tough decision I know, but hope you change your mind.
Terry
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