I was surprised again to get an award. In 2000, I bought the two-coin USA-Iceland commemorative set from the mint because I thought it was neat. That was about three years before I re-started collecting in earnest. Several years ago, I vacationed in Iceland with my wife. We really loved it. When I saw what looked like a small, easy-to-complete set in the registry, I decided to go for it as a fun diversion from my current half dime variety obsession. One of the 19 coins remains elusive. None of the participating sets have it.
Thanks, William, for remembering me! I haven't been here much for a number of years now. I guess I've been busy with other things. But when I saw my set in the list of winners, I had to come back to thank NGC for the honor. Thanks! And kudos to all the other winners, and to everyone else who puts effort into making the registry a fun and informative place.