Fred, sometimes we collectors of World Coins get so involved in quantity, we don't realise the hidden quality right beneath our very noses.
Some might think that's a bad thing, but it's always a pleasure to discover a new coin already in your collection.
Elle,
I know what you mean, although I am not a "quantity" kind of guy, other then buying a coin, which may not be in the greatest shape, becuse I need that country (i.e. my 1922 Martinique). The coin is really worn, but I bought it anyway, because with it's rarity, I may not see another.