| If a friend or relative's birthday is rapidly approaching | | | | - postcards |
| and you still have no idea what to buy them, perhaps | | | | - cameras |
| you should consider a collectible. Many people devoid | | | | The list is endless but whether someone collects Betty |
| of inspiration in this situation might opt to give vouchers | | | | Boop figures or pieces of wood that resemble Jesus, |
| or a bottle of booze but with a collectible you are | | | | the facts are clear - collecting is incredibly popular. |
| giving something that your loved one will keep, and | | | | Perhaps you have a friend who already collects |
| remember you by. Many collectibles also gain value as | | | | something. In this case buying them an item to add to |
| the years pass so you can also see them as future | | | | their stash would be a fantastic present. On the other |
| antiques. | | | | hand, if your friend or loved one is not an accumulator |
| Throughout time people have loved collecting and | | | | of oddities, by buying them a quirky or thoughtful gift |
| these collections have contained many things, including | | | | you could start them off down this route. |
| the following: | | | | When people get into collecting it becomes a source |
| - coins | | | | of pride and passion for them and it can be a truly |
| - stamps | | | | enjoyable hobby. For this reason the gift of a collectible |
| - soft toys | | | | - whether a Winnie the Pooh toy or a Wedgewood |
| - jewellery | | | | figurine - is more than just a present, it is a new |
| - animal figures | | | | pastime. So, if an occasion is coming up, forget the |
| - Zippo lighters | | | | vouchers and go for a collectible. |