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[Kelley]

are there any well-known (or obscure) tales of someone who spent a lot of 
money to obtain something of value to them but, once they got it, they were 
so afraid of losing it/having it stolen or damaged that they never used it 
or displayed it?

I know I've heard of such stories, but can't think of anything at the moment.

TIA for suggestions,

kelley