Cribbage Board Collecting and Types of Collections

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Question: Is cribbage board collecting expensive?

Answer: That's entirely up to the collector. Although you can find cribbage boards that sell for well into the thousands of dollars, there are many boards to be found at very reasonable prices. I know of one collector that purchases there boards exclusively at garage sales, thrift shops and resale stores and will never pay more than five dollars for a cribbage game board.

Your collection does not have to have an enormous price tag associated with it to be interesting. There are some collectors who collect only home made or hand made boards. They may not always be mainstream pretty, but you can certainly build a collection worth talking about for very little cash. Of course if your goal is to develop a collection that has a dollar value, you can't be blamed for that.

If you are looking for a nice starter board for your collection, the Drueke 808 Two Track Premium Cribbage Board a is a fun place to begin.

Question: Where Do I find Cribbage Boards To Collect?

Answer: There are many ways to locate collectible cribbage boards for sale . One of the easiest is to visit an online auction or store, find a great deal and have it shipped directly to your home. Online auctions include ebay.com, e-bid.net, onlineauction.com, and hundreds more. Many online shopping venues such a Amazon.com, shopping.yahoo.com and bonanza.com allow you to buy directly from cribbage board sellers who market their products online.

For many the fun of collecting cribbage boards is in the hunt, you can look for pre-owned cribbage boards at thrift shops, resale stores, auctions, antique shops, garage sales, church sales and many others. Additionally, maybe you prefer a collection of new or artisan made cribbage boards. These can be found at the online sites already mentioned or you can keep your eye out at collectibles stores, game stores, festivals and art shows. If you let your friends and family know you collect cribbage boards you will likely begin to see some unusual cribbage board treats show up as gifts.">

Today's Drueke cribbage boards are made with the same care as they were 50 years ago. The current day version of the 2050, the Drueke 817, can be seen here Classic Style Drueke 817 available at Amazon. The original 2050 is pictured to the right. With a few minor differences it is virtually the same board that was manufactured over 5 decades ago in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Drueke has been making fine hardwood cribbage boards and chess sets for decades. In 1940 they moved into the 601 Third Street address. In January 1987, the Drueke family sold the business to a group of young businessmen who immediately renovated the factory. But in 1992, the Drueke division was resold to the Carrom Co. of Ludington who retained the Drueke name and reputation. You can find out more about this Drueke Board by visiting Vintage Drueke 2050

Question:What If The Cribbage Board Is Damaged?

Answer: If the cribbage board is damaged or missing pegs it is still your decision what you collect. Many boards have minor damage such as dings, cracks, or pegs broken off in a hole. More serious damage could be a broken hinge on a folding board, a piece of trim missing from a more ornate board, or a drawer for cards or pegs is broken or missing.

Simple damage through wear and tear like dings and dents and and worn paint can actually add character to an otherwise benign looking board. Broken pegs can usually be drawn out with a tiny drill bit on an electric drill or Dremmel type tool and "New Cribbage Board Pegs" can also be found easily on line.

More extensive damage such as a broken or cracked board may be able to be repaired and you will need to decide whether you have the skills or ambition to deal with it before you make your purchase. Look your items over carefully before buying, especially at auctions. That said it can be very satisfying to purchase a damaged item on the low and bring it back to life by making these repairs yourself.

Question:What If The Cribbage Board Is Missing the Pegs?

Answer:Missing pegs is a common occurrence with vintage and antique cribbage boards. It's not necessarily going to make the value of your cribbage board worthless, however it's a bit hard to score and it misses the point if you don't have pegs to track with. You can always try toothpicks or bits of cocktail straws (handy if your playing at the pub), or of course a better idea may be to purchase replacement cribbage board pegs.

There are a variety of cribbage board pegs available these days. Made from metal, plastic, and wood, You can even find them topped with Swarovski Crystal. Team and school affiliations are also becoming increasingly popular.

Cribbage board replacement pegs are available by visiting Replacement Cribbage Board Pegs at Amazon or you can find out more at cribbageboardsforsale.com/cribbage-pegs/

Cribbage is a fun game for all ages. Turn on the radio (oldies of Course). pull up a chair and start dealing. Maybe it's been a few years since you've played or it's your first "go" at it. Either way follow this link to the Rules of Cribbage.

Question: How do I display my cribbage board collection?

Answer: There are many ways to display your cribbage board collection with the most common being by hanging them on the wall or displaying them on a shelf using tiny easels to support them. A lot of how you will display your collection will depend on where the collection will be shown and how it will be housed. If your collection consists of a few dozen popular boards from the last two decades you may choose to simply store them in a box in a closet and display them only when they will be in use, If this is the case you can show off individual boards by alternating which you bring out for play.

Cribbage boards can be displayed as wall hangings. You can display your cribbage boards by mounting them in shadow boxes or wrapping simple wire frames around them to be hung on the wall of a game room, family room or recreation room. Be creative, you can string inexpensive boards around the room as a boarder, hang them in odd places throughout the room, or mount them in a precise geometric pattern to form a wall display.

Glass display cases are a great way to prominently display your more prized or visually pleasing boards. A small glass case set on a counter, shelf, or sofa table with even a few interesting boards can make a great conversation piece.

Corner shelves or corner cupboards are an excellent way to display your cribbage boards. The corners in a room are often wasted space and overlooked. When sizing up your options don't overlook the corners of the room in which you plan to display your boards.

The simplest way to display your cribbage boards is to bring out two or three at a time and have them arranged on coffee tables, mantles or desks throughout the dwelling or office environment making them accessible and inviting to your guests. There is no better way to display a cribbage board than to actually play a game with it.

Here are some suggestions for types of cribbage board collections:

Wooden Cribbage Boards, Plastic Cribbage Boards, Metal Cribbage Boards, Bone or Scrimshaw Cribbage Boards, Folding Cribbage Boards, Cribbage Boards with Drawers, Logo Cribbage Boards, Antique Cribbage Boards, Large Cribbage Boards, Small Cribbage Boards, Travel Cribbage Boards, Number 29 Boards, Hand Made Boards, Home Made Boards, Boards Imported From a Specific Country or Region, Oddly or Specifically Shaped Cribbage Boards, Pegging Boards Made From or Into furniture, Wall Hanging Boards, and on and on ...

Cribbage has been popular for hundreds of years and virtually anything that could have had holes drilled into for pegging has at one time or another been used in the manufacture or fabrication of a cribbage boards. Your collection can include all types of boards or be a collection of very specific cribbage boards. The best type of cribbage board collection should be pleasing to you and satisfy your judgement.

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