Collectors Monopoly: An Overview

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If you are fascinated by the game and history of Monopoly, chances are you have or are planning to build a collection of Monopoly sets. You may have

heard of stamp and coin collections, but Monopoly collecting is a hobby of a select few. Once you start on the hobby, however, you will be surprised by the variations in the game sets you come across. This is because Monopoly is licensed in over 25 countries, and each place has customized the board according to its local situation.

Meet the collectors of Monopoly.

Kinds Of Monopoly Sets

Monopoly sets are available in many variations and designs. Here are some you should watch out.

1. Licensed Games - Watch out for the older Parker Brothers sets. Hasbro Inc. licenses the newer sets. You can also collect the games that are outside the purview of the license agreement. These games came in the market in 1985.

2. Similar Games- Many games based on Monopoly would make a fascination addition for your collection. Go for games for various professionals, like Petropolis, Medical Monopoly etc.

3. Popular Icons - Many Monopoly sets were issued in honor of popular figures, television shows or comic strips. You can look for games designed around radio shows and other popular shows.

Special Editions

Watch out for special game editions, like the collectors edition, the Parker Brothers and expensive board games studded with precious stones. In 1985, Hasbro issued 50th anniversary editions in US and Europe. Watch out for regional variations, like the special Europe edition commemorating the EU, with Euro as currency.

Many portable versions of the board are also available. They are lighter and have a convenient box to carry them in.

Tips On Purchasing Monopoly Sets

If you have decided to build a Monopoly collection, here are some things you should keep in mind.

1. Purchase the newer versions if you are on a limited budget, as they cost less. You can get a 1970s Monopoly board more easily and with less money than the first edition.

2. The price of the Monopoly set depends on its condition. As far as possible, buy sets where the corners of the board are intact. None of the pieces should be missing. Also, insist on all the original tokens.

3. Ask your family members, friends or neighbors to look into their attics and closets to see if they can find an old Monopoly game board somewhere. You might just find a priceless set close to you, if not in your own home.

4. Strike while the prices of some newer editions are still within your budget. As time passes, the value of Monopoly sets will increase.

Making a collection of Monopoly sets will teach you a lot about the history of the game. You may even a learn something about the various countries the game was issued in. This interesting hobby will fill your leisure hours with fun.