Interesting Collector's Group

There are so many interesting hobbies to start these days. The advent of the internet has made collecting things possible all over the world and has made a common place for others with similar tastes and likings to converge in cyberspace. Collectively, this has been good for all enthusiasts regardless of whatever particular interest one may have for there is now a commonplace for them to meet and this exchange of information, ideas, and networks increases the availability of items for sale, for trade and for discussion. The more people involved the better. Here are some of the more interesting groups of collectors that may fit your tastes:

- Antique Door Knob collector. These are collectors who are fascinated with the unique door knobs throughout the centuries. OF course the most prominent of door knobs are those from Italy with its many designs and materials used. There are even some door knobs using ivory as well. The value of these door knobs can reach the thousands of dollars if authenticated and most aficionados are also interested with the engineering side of these door knobs like the locking mechanism. Some door knobs are those of huge doors which has key sets that weigh more than twenty pounds.

- Comic Book collector. This is a very popular group. More than a million collectors online and these guys have been collecting comic books ever since it first became fashionable to have one. One of the most popular ones is the first editions of Superman and Batman from the DC Comics. There are all sorts of types of grades of comics based on how they are preserved. From mint to used, the prices vary as well. Some collect comic books based on the illustrator. Why is this group so popular? It must have something to do with being a kid and remembering those comic books that helped us grow up. To some extent, comic books are inspirational to those who wished they were like their heroes, and maybe if not in strength, then in values and beliefs

- Watch collector. Being a watch collector is again appreciating both the engineering and precision aspect of any watch. Having imbedded jewelry on the time face and bevels is probably a worthwhile bonus but the devil is in the details. The fascination of watches has to do with the precision of the components of the watches. Finding out just how complicated a watch is, with its movements done in miniature almost microscopic pieces is an example of what man can accomplish despite his limitations.