Collecting is fun but storing is hell.
This method for storing badges (and other small items) may be of interest.
For further information, see this link
We have extracted some highlights here. Might be a bit challenging for some of us.
“For this particular collection, our Preparator is making custom trays out of blue board and archival paper hinging tape that will stack inside a standard archival box. Making custom trays has allowed us to fit approx. 350 buttons per box while keeping the buttons stable and easily accessible. The buttons are arranged by size to help save space, and we are currently digitizing the collection so we will have reference images to help us locate individual buttons in the future.”
Isn’t it lovely? Got to try this…