Sacagawea Dollar Folder 2000-2004

Both the standard Whitman and the H.E. Harris & Co. coin folders are published by Whitman Books, so one question naturally arises, are the differences significant enough to significant to favor one folder over the other? I believe the answer is yes, and that the differences favor the Harris folders. Although, I do have to concede that I have used the standard Whitman folders for so long, that they just seem 'right' when seen or held.The stand Whitman folders have exteriors made of paper and the back of these exterior paper covers also provide the back for the coins inserted in the interior. On the-other-hand the front covers as well as the inside back of the coin slots of the H. E. Harris & Co. folders are heavily plasticized. Perhaps because of this the Harris folders are slightly thicker.In one case, I inadvertently placed too much pressure in removing a coin from a Whitman folder and the paper punctured. This would appear much more unlikely in the case of a Harris folder. Additionally, the plasticized finish means that the exterior of these folders are much easier to keep clean. The Harris folders also have a light-toned interior background compared to the medium-blue background of the Whitman books. This makes the printed coin information easier to read in a Harris folder.Conclusion. The plasticized finish of the Harris folders makes them sturdier, and easier to clean. Their lighter background makes the printing easier to read. Their slightly thicker size and larger spine printing makes them easier to distinguish on a shelf.