How to Choose the Right Size Display Case for Collectibles
When you carry special merchandise, like action figures, valuable coins, or certain antiques, they deserve to be displayed in a special way. There’s a certain psychology to the setup, and the right display cases and risers will stimulate sales.
Saga Display carries a variety of cases and other display tools to show off these exceptional pieces to their absolute best effect.
Understanding Your Collectibles
Different kinds of collectibles will require different kinds of displays. Depending on their value, they’ll need to be protected.
Some items will naturally be grouped together, either by type or era. The display should accommodate that.
Other items deserve their own individual setup or spacing. Some should be positioned at eye level for customer attraction, and the display tools must take that into account.
Types of Collectibles That Require Display Cases
Collectibles are, by definition, valuable. They can’t just be sitting out in your store, unattended. Display cases are the way to show them off while keeping them protected and away from light-fingered customers. The right combo of cases and acrylic shelf risers can create a great backdrop for your collectibles.
1. Action Figures and Models
Pow! Bam! Splat! Give these fun collectibles the space to show off their poses, colors, designs, and other special qualities. Use targeted lighting to highlight them.
2. Coins and Currency
Group coins and other rare currencies by era, type, and more. Leave room for written descriptions of their value or history.
3. Sports Memorabilia
Who doesn’t love baseball cards or other kinds of memorabilia that mark great moments in sports? Create a display setup where collectors can see the little details of these pieces, like the signature on a baseball.
4. LEGO Sets
These need a lot of room, so larger cases are needed. Use risers and other levels inside to show off the angles and dimensions.
5. Model Making
Don’t just display the pieces, tell a story. Create a diorama as a background to show off the model in a setting, like a sci-fi setting for futuristic items, or a tank on a pretend battlefield.
6. Antiques and Rare Artifacts
These items offer an exciting opportunity to tell a really cool story. Use other pieces inside the case, like old photos, maps, and the like, to give context to the piece. Something like a ring display stand inside can show off a rare piece of jewelry to perfection.
Why Display Case Size Matters
The right size of display case makes a big difference in your merchandise presentation (and ultimately, your sales). If the countertop case is too big, a piece may get lost in all that space. If it’s too small, the pieces will look crowded.
There are some simple things to keep in mind when picking out a display case for your store. The first is the amount of space that you have to accommodate it. That includes having plenty of room to get in and out of the case easily, to show a piece to a customer, restock, clean, or move things around.
On a similar note, think about your collectibles and their future: do you have plans to add more items down the road? Will you need more room?
You want your display cases to work with your space’s overall aesthetic. Does it flow? Is it too big or too small? Can you make use of vertical space by choosing a tall case? Taking into consideration all of these factors will help you narrow things down and find the right display setup for you.
Measure Your Space First
As you would with any kind of display set-up, know how much available space you’re working with. Consider traffic flow, door swings, and the size of your collection when you’re determining where to put it.
For a countertop display case, how much room do you have to work with? You don’t want things to appear cluttered. A display case should have a prominent place.
Consider Collection Growth
If you have a popular collection, chances are good that you’ll find more pieces to add. There are always new versions, one-offs, and limited editions. Will your case be able to handle the increased volume?
Balance Functionality and Aesthetics
Consider the way you’ll be using the display case. Depending on your merchandise, you may want to add some decorative materials to make the collectibles really “pop.” Will it accommodate them? And how does the case work with the vibe of your store?
Check Accessibility
You want your collection to be seen, so ensure that customers can easily browse (this includes those at a wheelchair level). And of course, you want to be able to get in and out yourself, to give an interested customer a closer look, or to rearrange or clean items. Ensure you have enough space to lock/unlock the case and get to what you need to without a lot of extra (awkward) effort.
Conclusion
Countertop display cases are a terrific way to give “pride of place” to special items and get them noticed (which translates to sales!). Saga Display has a full line of acrylic risers, cases, and other display tools that will transform your visual merchandising. Shop our selection and fire up your imagination with the possibilities!