I have about 50 collectible plates that I collected from the 80's and 90's and I bought them cuz I thought they were pretty. I never see these anywhere anymore...Have they just gone away? Are they worthless? They use to be so popular and I don't know if I should pack them away or what? Any comments?

Kay, if you could post a pic or describe the plates it might be possible to give an opinion. Many of us collected various "collectible plates" which are now worth no more than we paid for them. There are some that have appreciated but many have not. Regardless of the value if you like the plates they are still valuable to use in decorating your home.

There are various internet sites you could perhaps find similar plates on - the Bradford Exchange and ebay are two you might look at.