This category is dedicated to collecting stock and bond certificates which is known as scripophily. The word 'scripophily' has been invented especially in order to describe this interesting hobby. It is much less popular than collecting coins or notes but interest in old financial documents is constantly growing. On the other hand the availability of collectible material is shrinking because more and more exchanges are switching to electronic trade, where stock holdings are represented by computer database entries. Also the market for old certificates has appeared, and what previously has been considered waste paper, now is regarded as highly prized collectible, and because demand grows and supply is not, the prices are going up almost constantly. But still it is a very affordable hobby because for some pieces prices start at few dollars a piece, and if you are lucky you can get American modern scrip even for a dollar. So get started !