For most gamblers, a casino chip is simply a temporary plastic tool used to facilitate a bet at the blackjack table.

However, there is a massive and highly passionate global community that views these chips as valuable historical artifacts.

What Makes a Chip Valuable?

The value of a collectible chip is rarely tied to the actual denomination printed on its face.

Furthermore, limited edition chips released for special events or massive boxing matches become instant collector’s items.

• Chips from illegal underground gambling dens of the 1920s are incredibly rare and highly prized
• Many collectors focus exclusively on $1 chips to build massive, diverse collections without spending a fortune
• The Casino Chip & Gaming Token Collectors Club (CCGTCC) hosts massive annual conventions in Las Vegas

Beginning Your Chip Collecting Journey

Building a ‘harvested’ collection by pocketing chips directly from the table is a fun and very inexpensive entry point.

Attending a dedicated collector’s convention is the best way to physically inspect rare items and learn from veterans.

It is a unique hobby that allows you to bring the magic of the casino floor directly into your living room.