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Collectible / Collectable

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Definition:

Collectible
A collectible is something that people like to gather, collect or acquire. It's an non-essential article, usually used for decorative purposes that people want more than one of. Collections can consist of items ranging from zero value to thousands of dollars. (matches to sculptures)

There are also "manufactured" collectibles, which in reality, are not as collectible as companies would like them to be.

Antiques can be collectibles, but not all collectibles are antiques.

Can also be spelled as COLLECTABLE, more commonly used in the United Kingdom. Collectible is more commonly used in the U.S.

Also Read: What's a Collectible? The Experts Weigh in With Their Opinion.[link]

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