Is gift selection difficult for you for certain "hard-to-buy-for" friends and relatives? One possibility is adding to their collection of some kind of memorabilia, or even getting them started on a collection with some specific theme. Many people enjoy Coke, and like getting and collecting various articles with the familiar red logo. Best of all, Coca-Cola collectibles come in every price range and nearly every type of item.

The company encourages collecting and makes a large number of seasonal and even special items all year long, from coasters to clothing. These can cost only a few dollars or be expensive enough for a major gift. Some things like commemorative bottles or cans have gone up astronomically in valuation just a few years after being issued, so keep that Christmas-themed can!

If your gift recipient likes vintage presents or collects other antiques, historical Coca-Cola collectibles may be an even more appealing selection as a gift. Just like the newer collectibles, old bottles, vintage signs, and vintage vending machines come in a huge range of prices and choices. A working antique vending machine can be a really charming gift and many places still bottle the proper size bottles.

Smaller items can be very affordable, even stocking stuffer prices for buttons, coasters, cards, and posters. Other Coca-Cola collectibles are intended especially for children, with a charming polar bear being a favorite. There are even toy vending machines that dispense make believe cans of soda. Caps, mittens, socks and scarves are also modestly priced and a hit with many children.

Old signs, serving trays, and posters are works of art in there own right. The company has a long tradition of using famous artists to create holiday themed art for its marketing items. These items are highly sought after jewels in many collectors' collections. Old wooden or metal signs, in near mint condition, are considered valuable and rare finds.

Coca-Cola collectibles also fit nicely in a variety of other collections. For example, a person who collects mugs could easily add a logo mug with a special theme to his collection. No matter what the people on your gift lists collect, Coke probably makes or has made in the past items that would enhance their collections.