[meteorite-list] Meteorite Cards SUGGESTION

[Michael Gilmer]

Hi David,

Great point, and that is why I collect these cards, even though they
do not prove authenticity or provenance in my mind.  I enjoy seeing
the different cards that dealers and institutions use.  Some are
artisitic, some are purely academic, and some have informative data on
them.  So I do like getting a card with certain specimens, but they do
not provide any extra security or peace of mind (to me).   Of course,
I really don't see the value in issuing cards for EVERY specimen,
including unclassified meteorites, and common meteorites like Campo
crystals or NWA 869 - these are so common and distinctive, that there
is no motive to forge or fake them.

Best regards,

MikeG


On 3/4/11, Rose, David  MD <DRose at emersonhosp.org> wrote:
> Just my opinion, but I think a standard ID card would be boring. Part of the
> fun of having the cards is to see what people of various backgrounds and
> times think is pleasing. It's interesting to see how the various museums
> designed their cards, what current and past dealers include on theirs, the
> different fonts, colors, etc. Variety is the spice of life, and I like all
> the different types of cards that are out there.
>
> David
>
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> May I suggest submissions be made to the
> IMCA for a standard ID card the size of a
> Standard business card be offered by the
> IMCA and leave room to put in the Dealer
> Name and website URL.
>         This would be rather simple, and
> IMCA members could submit a JPG of
> A given card and someone of the officers
> Could choose the best to use for a generic
> Card. It could also include a space for the
> Specific IMCA member number as well
> As a generic IMCA logo.
>         Of course, this would not benefit dealers
> And collectors NOT members of the IMCA,
> But that would be fine with me.
>         For what its worth, Michael
> PS: If a board member doesn't want to be
> Bothered, I would be willing to choose from
> Among entrants and then offer it to the IMCA
> To have on their site so members could download
> The JPG and then modify it with their name, URL
> And IMCA membership number.
>
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