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#1
General Discussion / Registering for club auction (...
Last post by Barry Sherwood R-9037 (admin) - May 30, 2026, 08:25 AMHave you registered for the new online club auction yet?
https://casinocollectiblesassociation.hibid.com
If not, why not? It's free to register, and proceeds go directly to supporting the club. Don't let strangers win YOUR valuable chips, artwork, and silver strikes! This year we have some slabbed and graded COINS as well.
Unlike past years, where bidding was only conducted live, and you had to be a CCA Member to participate, bidding is now open to anyone, even non-CCA members.
That said, there is a rather substantial benefit to being a member in this auction because members get 5% off of the buyers premium. The savings from winning just $400 in auction items pays for half of an annual membership.
There are some special incentives for new members who join the club AND pre-register to attend the convention which could pay for the other half of a club membership.
Couple that with the benefits of receiving the club magazine, accessing members-only sections of our club's message boards, and of course access to all of the special (and very desirable) members-only features of our coveted Chip Guide (advanced search, collection and trade database lists).
So, if you are reading this as a non-member, head over to https://ccgtcc.com/membership and get signed up. Then head over to the auction (https://casinocollectiblesassociation.hibid.com) and get registered. Send a message to the auctioneer (me) at auction@ccgtcc.com with your membership# and I'll apply your 5% Buyer's Premium discount.
Want more? Come to the convention and bid live (even just once on one item), and all your online bids become "live" bids, and you've earned another 2% off your BP for ALL your won items.
Want even MORE? Pay cash and pick up your items at the show on Friday or Saturday and well give you another 3% off, netting you the lowest Buyer's Premium available - just 10%!!
Don't sit on the fence. Register today. Takes but a minute.
https://casinocollectiblesassociation.hibid.com
While you're there, search the catalog and find at least 5 items you like and slap some bids on them. You CAN place a max value you're willing to pay or just hit the next increment to get some practice bids in.
Most lots start at only $5 so maybe practice on those just to get a feel for how the platform works.
Shipping is available AT COST for 2-day priority, plus a small handling fee ($10, no matter how many items you win).
Sales tax will be applied to all items picked up locally or shipped to a Nevada address, but not for items shipped out of state. Depending on how much you win, it might be cheaper to have things shipped back home, tax-free, than picking them up at the show.
https://casinocollectiblesassociation.hibid.com
If not, why not? It's free to register, and proceeds go directly to supporting the club. Don't let strangers win YOUR valuable chips, artwork, and silver strikes! This year we have some slabbed and graded COINS as well.
Unlike past years, where bidding was only conducted live, and you had to be a CCA Member to participate, bidding is now open to anyone, even non-CCA members.
That said, there is a rather substantial benefit to being a member in this auction because members get 5% off of the buyers premium. The savings from winning just $400 in auction items pays for half of an annual membership.
There are some special incentives for new members who join the club AND pre-register to attend the convention which could pay for the other half of a club membership.
Couple that with the benefits of receiving the club magazine, accessing members-only sections of our club's message boards, and of course access to all of the special (and very desirable) members-only features of our coveted Chip Guide (advanced search, collection and trade database lists).
So, if you are reading this as a non-member, head over to https://ccgtcc.com/membership and get signed up. Then head over to the auction (https://casinocollectiblesassociation.hibid.com) and get registered. Send a message to the auctioneer (me) at auction@ccgtcc.com with your membership# and I'll apply your 5% Buyer's Premium discount.
Want more? Come to the convention and bid live (even just once on one item), and all your online bids become "live" bids, and you've earned another 2% off your BP for ALL your won items.
Want even MORE? Pay cash and pick up your items at the show on Friday or Saturday and well give you another 3% off, netting you the lowest Buyer's Premium available - just 10%!!
Don't sit on the fence. Register today. Takes but a minute.
https://casinocollectiblesassociation.hibid.com
While you're there, search the catalog and find at least 5 items you like and slap some bids on them. You CAN place a max value you're willing to pay or just hit the next increment to get some practice bids in.
Most lots start at only $5 so maybe practice on those just to get a feel for how the platform works.
Shipping is available AT COST for 2-day priority, plus a small handling fee ($10, no matter how many items you win).
Sales tax will be applied to all items picked up locally or shipped to a Nevada address, but not for items shipped out of state. Depending on how much you win, it might be cheaper to have things shipped back home, tax-free, than picking them up at the show.
#2
General Discussion / Re: Discussion on rare casino ...
Last post by Barry Sherwood R-9037 (admin) - May 29, 2026, 05:54 PMHi (Lucas?),
Are you a CCA Member currently? If so, I can't find you in our database. I can upgrade your permissions here if you're a member and you give me your full name and member#. Obviously, if you're not a member (yet), check out https://ccgtcc.com/membership for details on how to join. And if you have the opportunity, join us at our convention and show June 18-20 at the South Point Casino in Las Vegas NV. Bring chips you need help identifying and look for more chips to buy from dealers (or bring yours to sell to them).
-- Barry
Are you a CCA Member currently? If so, I can't find you in our database. I can upgrade your permissions here if you're a member and you give me your full name and member#. Obviously, if you're not a member (yet), check out https://ccgtcc.com/membership for details on how to join. And if you have the opportunity, join us at our convention and show June 18-20 at the South Point Casino in Las Vegas NV. Bring chips you need help identifying and look for more chips to buy from dealers (or bring yours to sell to them).
-- Barry
#3
General Discussion / Re: Discussion on rare casino ...
Last post by Bob Miksztal R-8909 - May 25, 2026, 04:45 PMMake sure you read our page for newbies, lots of good info there:
https://www.ccgtcc.com/education/newbies.aspx
And if you decide to join the CCA (https://www.ccgtcc.com/membership/index.aspx) you can sign up for the free Mentoring program, it gets you a direct connection to experienced collectors:
https://www.ccgtcc.com/documents/1354/Mentoring-Program-Registration-Form
https://www.ccgtcc.com/education/newbies.aspx
And if you decide to join the CCA (https://www.ccgtcc.com/membership/index.aspx) you can sign up for the free Mentoring program, it gets you a direct connection to experienced collectors:
https://www.ccgtcc.com/documents/1354/Mentoring-Program-Registration-Form
#4
General Discussion / Discussion on rare casino chip...
Last post by lucaspalm - May 23, 2026, 12:52 AMI recently acquired some old Las Vegas casino chips from the 1980s and this forum has been extremely useful
Some members share insights on serial numbers and minting errors I had never noticed. Reading older threads teaches a lot about the value and history of each collection.
Some members share insights on serial numbers and minting errors I had never noticed. Reading older threads teaches a lot about the value and history of each collection.
#5
General Discussion / Social Media and the 2026 conv...
Last post by Bob Miksztal R-8909 - May 21, 2026, 12:04 PMPR Director Brad Smith and I wanted to share some exciting developments in the Social Media world around the show.
As few months ago we announced we were going to invite local Social Media folks for an early preview of the show at 9 am on Thursday. We have a handful coming, with a total of over 700,000 followers across Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok.
One has already posted about the show and we hope to get more too!
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1EP79uQe6q/ (like and follow, please!)
We have also posted to over 100 Las Vegas oriented Facebook groups. Here are a couple of examples:
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1CrUmMG5dr/
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1T1SXS8hHw/
Don't see the post in your favorite FB group? Send us an email and we'll see if we can post there (publicity@ccgtcc.com)
Presenter and Meet and Greet guest Jami Rodman has created a special chip for the show and sent an email about it, posted on FB ( https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1HvPzKASbU/ ) and posted her tour site ( https://go.lasvegasguidedtours.com/cca-block16-live )
See you at the show!
As few months ago we announced we were going to invite local Social Media folks for an early preview of the show at 9 am on Thursday. We have a handful coming, with a total of over 700,000 followers across Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok.
One has already posted about the show and we hope to get more too!
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1EP79uQe6q/ (like and follow, please!)
We have also posted to over 100 Las Vegas oriented Facebook groups. Here are a couple of examples:
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1CrUmMG5dr/
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1T1SXS8hHw/
Don't see the post in your favorite FB group? Send us an email and we'll see if we can post there (publicity@ccgtcc.com)
Presenter and Meet and Greet guest Jami Rodman has created a special chip for the show and sent an email about it, posted on FB ( https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1HvPzKASbU/ ) and posted her tour site ( https://go.lasvegasguidedtours.com/cca-block16-live )
See you at the show!
#6
General Discussion / CCA Auction starts TONIGHT!
Last post by Barry Sherwood R-9037 (admin) - May 19, 2026, 06:51 PMI still need to tweak the terms and conditions, but we now have 200 items locked in for the live auction.
You may start bidding at midnight tonight.
You can enter a max bid and let others chase you.
On the first night of our show, we will kick off live bidding in the room, starting with the highest pre-bid received at that time.
I hope everything goes smoothly. Please be patient with me and my assistants since this is the first time I've run an auction of this type.
Click here to start bidding and thank you for supporting the CCA:
https://casinocollectiblesassociation.hibid.com/
You may start bidding at midnight tonight.
You can enter a max bid and let others chase you.
On the first night of our show, we will kick off live bidding in the room, starting with the highest pre-bid received at that time.
I hope everything goes smoothly. Please be patient with me and my assistants since this is the first time I've run an auction of this type.
Click here to start bidding and thank you for supporting the CCA:
https://casinocollectiblesassociation.hibid.com/
#7
General Discussion / Congratulations to James Hogg,...
Last post by Jim Follis LM-3872-53 - May 18, 2026, 02:41 PMCCA Member, James Hogg, R-9031, has just finalized his book and will be at the CCA Convention and Show on Thursday, 18 June 2026 (time is TBD) at the MoGH Table to autograph purchased copies of his book: Las Vegas Luxury Defined - What the Mob Accidentally Taught Las Vegas About.
Congratulations, James, on becoming a bona fide author!
Congratulations, James, on becoming a bona fide author!
#8
General Discussion / We need 30+ more SP room night...
Last post by Barry Sherwood R-9037 (admin) - May 18, 2026, 12:37 PMHey, everyone. Hopefully, many of you reading this have still NOT made your hotel reservations for the CCA Convention/Show coming up next month. We NEED around 30+ more nights booked in order to meet our contractual commitment with the South Point.
Missing this important (to the South Point and therefore, to us) target puts us in jeopardy of not being offered their facilities next year, so if you haven't booked your room at the South Point, please do it ASAP. THIS IS THE LAST WEEK THE CODE CAN BE USED FOR PRE-BOOKING!!
Here's a link with the booking code (CAS0614):
https://be.synxis.com/?adult=1&arrive=2026-06-17&chain=6903&child=0¤cy=USD&depart=2026-06-18&group=CAS0614&hotel=11548&level=hotel&locale=en-US&productcurrency=USD&rooms=1&src=CAS0614
Here are some other ways to help:
If you have any questions, reach out to David Spragg, convention@ccgtcc.com.
Thanks -- barry
Missing this important (to the South Point and therefore, to us) target puts us in jeopardy of not being offered their facilities next year, so if you haven't booked your room at the South Point, please do it ASAP. THIS IS THE LAST WEEK THE CODE CAN BE USED FOR PRE-BOOKING!!
Here's a link with the booking code (CAS0614):
https://be.synxis.com/?adult=1&arrive=2026-06-17&chain=6903&child=0¤cy=USD&depart=2026-06-18&group=CAS0614&hotel=11548&level=hotel&locale=en-US&productcurrency=USD&rooms=1&src=CAS0614
Here are some other ways to help:
- If you've already booked your room, add more days before or after and enjoy Las Vegas a bit longer. We can always use help setting up and tearing down if you need a reason to arrive early or stick around after. I might need help shipping out auction items to remote winners as well.
- Stay for the 4 Queens Halloween Silver Strike release (new tokens in their machines on Wed June 24)
- Stay for the Silver Strikers June tournament at the 4 Queens the following weekend and book more SP nights in between
- Get friends to come to the show and book through the club link
- Bring your mother-in-law (you'll certainly want her to have her own room)
- If you used comps to book your room, re-book using our code, then have your VIP host comp your rooms at checkout
- If you used comps for your stay at SP, email your booking info (confirmation#, contract#, reservation#, etc) to convention@ccgtcc.com to let David Spragg know you're staying on property but didn't use the club code. He might be able to get us credit for your stay.
- If you booked somewhere else, cancel and rebook at the South Point, even if it costs you a few extra dollars (this one requires a "pretty please", right?)
- If you booked elsewhere, shorten that stay at the other property and book some nights at the SP using our code.
If you have any questions, reach out to David Spragg, convention@ccgtcc.com.
Thanks -- barry
#9
General Discussion / The Greg Susong Memorial Award
Last post by Tom Hertel LM-1932 - May 18, 2026, 12:26 PMWe would like to thank all of the members that took the time to vote for the Greg Susong Award. The turn out this year was outstanding.
Thank you,
Barbara & Thomas Hartel
Co Chairmans
Thank you,
Barbara & Thomas Hartel
Co Chairmans
#10
Events / Re: Summer Issue - Expected sh...
Last post by Barry Sherwood R-9037 (admin) - May 16, 2026, 02:30 AMI launched the preview of the auction yesterday. I wasn't going to print a catalogue because everyone can see all of the items online.
That said, I asked for feedback on the auction and two people said having a printed catalogue is going to be important to some people, so I'm going to see what I can do from within the hibid.com system to make that happen.
I can easily enough print columns from the spreadsheet I use, but there are no pictures in the spreadsheet.
Anyway, give me a few days to see what I can put together. I will be bringing my color printer to the convention, so we can do print-on-demand then if needed.
That said, I asked for feedback on the auction and two people said having a printed catalogue is going to be important to some people, so I'm going to see what I can do from within the hibid.com system to make that happen.
I can easily enough print columns from the spreadsheet I use, but there are no pictures in the spreadsheet.
Anyway, give me a few days to see what I can put together. I will be bringing my color printer to the convention, so we can do print-on-demand then if needed.