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  • LanLordLanLord Posts: 11,714 ✭✭✭✭✭
    imron,

    A wise old sage told me to believe half of what I see and none of what I hear.

    Based on that, I believe less than none of the sausage in your head image

    I'd really like to see an official statement of where they were struck.
  • CasmanCasman Posts: 3,935 ✭✭


    << <i>Is he selling both your coins or just one of them??? Can't wait to see your pics Charlie. Congrats on being the first!
    ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Thank you. I'm keeping the 2nd PCGS FS UHR graded. I gave the first PCGS FS UHR to a faimily member that needed some help. He now has my better camera and should be posting better pictures soon. That is EBAY # 120387517794.

    EBAY seller "TONEDCOINSHOW" is not selling my coins. These 2 auctions were pointed out to me only because he copied the picture
    from the PCGS article. >>




    You're a good guy CharlieC, as a suggestion, I wouldn't ship that coin via priority mail as it states in that listing..., only USPS Registered mail.


  • << <i>imron,

    A wise old sage told me to believe half of what I see and none of what I hear.

    Based on that, I believe less than none of the sausage in your head image

    I'd really like to see an official statement of where they were struck. >>




    That wise old sage is right, but all he has is wisdom.

    You asked a question, and I answered it. I did not require you to believe it. It is your responsibility to determine if you want to believe it or not or to pursue further verification. Either way, I don't care. Next time, call the bloody mint if it's that important to you. It's all good. image
  • ResRes Posts: 1,086


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    << <i>

    << <i>Where were the UHRs minted?

    I sorta expected a W mintmark, but there was none. >>




    UHR is minted in WEST POINT

    And it was minted with NO MINT MARK >>




    link? >>



    West Point
  • Just called the Mint's 800 number to ask about my order. I know that the people who answer the phone don't work for the Mint and my expectations were pretty low based on posts here.

    My expectations were met. The only thing they would tell me about my order is what the web site says. She wouldn't even take my order number.

    I also had to use the "Place an Order" prompt because the other one just says they are busy and to try later (which I did for the last 3 days).
    I'd keep playing. I don't think the heavy stuff will be coming down for quite a while!


  • << <i>

    << <i>

    << <i>

    << <i>Where were the UHRs minted?

    I sorta expected a W mintmark, but there was none. >>




    UHR is minted in WEST POINT

    And it was minted with NO MINT MARK >>




    link? >>



    West Point >>




    Ahh, the voice of reason and a person of ACTION. Thanks Res. Too bad that wise old sage didn't have internet access. It's also nice to know that my memory serves me well.
  • veryfineveryfine Posts: 1,763 ✭✭✭


    << <i>

    << <i>I just received my UHR today and it looks great.
    The insert holder has a few minor chips in the wood or lacquered surface but nothing is ever completely perfect.

    Advice please:
    I purchased this as a collectible to enjoy owning, not a for a quick profit. However, I am still thinking about sending it in to PCGS, but I didn't want to get caught up in the first strike hype.
    Assuming, like me, you only have one of these, is it foolish NOT to send it in before the FS deadline? >>



    You bought it to enjoy it, so enjoy it. Touch it, feel it, sleep with it, do with it whatever makes you enjoy it more. Now, as a practical matter, consider enjoying it in a First Strike slab cuz you can only get first strike now and you can always take it out of the slab later if you want or swap it for one that is not slabbed. Whatever you do, you must thoroughly enjoy it because not only is it a great coin but a work of art and the legacy of St. Gaudens. >>


    Good points imron.
    Thanks
  • MsMorrisineMsMorrisine Posts: 32,974 ✭✭✭✭✭


    << <i>

    << <i>

    << <i>

    << <i>

    << <i>Where were the UHRs minted?

    I sorta expected a W mintmark, but there was none. >>




    UHR is minted in WEST POINT

    And it was minted with NO MINT MARK >>




    link? >>



    West Point >>




    Ahh, the voice of reason and a person of ACTION. Thanks Res. Too bad that wise old sage didn't have internet access. It's also nice to know that my memory serves me well. >>




    thanks...

    and I looked but obviously not well enough. two embarrassing mistakes in two days... oh well... at least I can still work for the mint.

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  • So very true. I hand delivered the coin.

    Thank you. Charlie.
  • MsMorrisineMsMorrisine Posts: 32,974 ✭✭✭✭✭
    Did I read that correctly CharlieC??

    You donated the coin to some people in need?

    If so, you are super human!


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  • << <i>Did I read that correctly CharlieC??

    You donated the coin to some people in need?

    If so, you are super human! >>



    Sorry about that. A family member in need. Stillimage
  • rgCoinGuyrgCoinGuy Posts: 7,478
    So I finally got through to the mint (well their 800#). My order (30827***) is "Open". He said it just cleared some process 3-5-09 and its moving forward. Anyone have experience with Open status? At least I know now my order wasn't cancelled in the security breach...
    imageQuid pro quo. Yes or no?
  • partagaspartagas Posts: 2,056 ✭✭✭
    This coin is truly amazing. The mint outdid itself on this coin. I just sent 2 in for grading, I am certain one is a 70.

    I shipped them off and now I want to see them again. They really are that nice!
    If I say something in the woods, and my wife isn't around. Am I still wrong?
  • MsMorrisineMsMorrisine Posts: 32,974 ✭✭✭✭✭


    << <i>So I finally got through to the mint (well their 800#). My order (30827***) is "Open". He said it just cleared some process 3-5-09 and its moving forward. Anyone have experience with Open status? At least I know now my order wasn't cancelled in the security breach... >>



    none at all, but since yours is overdue and you seem to be a regular customer of the mint AND this is only a ~$1190 order... find that 3088xxxx order number that was received on 3/3 and call back to tell them they got theirs and to move yours through to the front of the line.


    ask if it is in "@Pick" or what.


    (and using and's generously throughout.)
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  • MsMorrisineMsMorrisine Posts: 32,974 ✭✭✭✭✭
    OK, I know the "Palladium" UHR is getting panned.

    I absolutely liked my UHR's design, though I wish it were the original's size. But, I ordered it for the coin it is and the design, and am very happy with how it looks, in general. (unhappy due to the scratch and black specks and smudges, otherwise love the coin.)



    Bottom Line:

    If another UHR designed coin is made ... should we start asking the congress/mint now to make one with the original dimensions?

    (and if they want to make a uhr available to the masses, a few hundred dollar palladium coin won't do it these days. image )



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  • << <i>So I finally got through to the mint (well their 800#). My order (30827***) is "Open". He said it just cleared some process 3-5-09 and its moving forward. Anyone have experience with Open status? At least I know now my order wasn't cancelled in the security breach... >>



    One of those Reps used that line on me one time as well. I think it is a load of crap, even a boat load! Anyway rgcoin, save yourself from any further aggravation and disappointment, ignore all the static from them. When they can give you a tracking number, then and only then are you "moving forward", and even then guard your hope with professional skepticism. Believe me, I feel your pain, even now.

  • You read correct. I was forunate enough to get the 1st and 2nd PCGS FS MS70.
    A faimily member lost his job. I gave him the 1st graded PCGS UHR FS MS70 to sell.
    I have the 2nd PCGS UHR FS MS70. I have no plans to sell it. The faimily member
    helped me several years ago. Happy to return the favor.
  • MsMorrisineMsMorrisine Posts: 32,974 ✭✭✭✭✭
    CharlieC: member of the year
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  • I purchased this as a collectible to enjoy owning, not a for a quick profit. However, I am still thinking about sending it in to PCGS, but I didn't want to get caught up in the first strike hype.
    Assuming, like me, you only have one of these, is it foolish NOT to send it in before the FS deadline?
    ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    I like the presentation so much, it seems a shame to have it slabbed (unless of course you have more than1)
    The box arrived with no chips or scratches, and the angled display of the open box and the magnets holding it
    at the right angle would be spoiled unless you know a master woodworker that could replace that coin slot
    with a certified cutout. After all this....................just happy to have it.
    Order Process Date: 1/22/09

    Merchandise : 1189.00
    Freight . . . : 4.95
    Total . . : 1193.95


    1. 2009 ULTRA HIGH RELIEF GOLD COIN (UH1)
    Qty 1 @ $1189.00 - Backordered 02/06/09.

    2. 2009 ULTRA HIGH RELIEF GOLD COIN BOOK (UH3)
    Qty 1 @ $.00 - Backordered 02/06/09.

    On 1/23
    Order #: 30837xxx - 1
    Sold To :
    Ship To :
    Item: UH1 Qty: 1 Exp Ship: 2/06/09
    2009 ULTRA HIGH RELIEF GOLD COIN
    Item: UH3 Qty: 1 Exp Ship: 2/06/09
    2009 ULTRA HIGH RELIEF GOLD COIN BOOK


    On 1/27
    Order #: 30837xxx - 1
    Sold To :
    Ship To :
    Item: UH1 Qty: 1 Exp Ship: 2/11/09
    2009 ULTRA HIGH RELIEF GOLD COIN
    Item: UH3 Qty: 1 Exp Ship: 2/11/09

    2009 ULTRA HIGH RELIEF GOLD COIN BOOK
    On 2/3
    Order #: 30837xxx - 1
    Sold To :
    Ship To :
    Item: UH1 Qty: 1 Exp Ship: 2/18/09
    2009 ULTRA HIGH RELIEF GOLD COIN
    Item: UH3 Qty: 1 Exp Ship: 2/18/09
    2009 ULTRA HIGH RELIEF GOLD COIN BOOK



    On 3/4
    Order #: 30837xxx - 1 Order Date: 1/22/09

    Sold To:

    Ship To:

    Date Shipped: 3/04/09

    Amount Charged : 1193.95

    Tracking ID

    631857xxxxxx
    9101105499615758xxxxxx
    1ZE1988X0111xxxxxx

    Items included in this shipment:


    1. 2009 ULTRA HIGH RELIEF GOLD COIN (UH1) Qty : 1

    No book
    “You miss 100% of the shots you never take.” – Hockey legend Wayne Gretzky

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  • MsMorrisineMsMorrisine Posts: 32,974 ✭✭✭✭✭


    << <i>OK, I know the "Palladium" UHR is getting panned.

    I absolutely liked my UHR's design, though I wish it were the original's size. But, I ordered it for the coin it is and the design, and am very happy with how it looks, in general. (unhappy due to the scratch and black specks and smudges, otherwise love the coin.)



    Bottom Line:

    If another UHR designed coin is made ... should we start asking the congress/mint now to make one with the original dimensions?

    (and if they want to make a uhr available to the masses, a few hundred dollar palladium coin won't do it these days. image ) >>




    please don't view this as more complaining and whining.

    providing input in decision making is part of "government of the people, for the people, by the people" if done in a suggestive (ha!) way instead of demanding or whining way.

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  • << <i>The Box! The Box!!!!! It's a work of art in itself. >>


    OK, I can open the box to see the obverse, but can some one tell me how I pop the lid to see the reverse? Isn't that what it's supposed to do?

    I have to admit, I'm not particularly happy with this coin. I never expected the die polish lines would be in high relief, too! Probably won't be long before I sell or return it.
    Salute the automobile: The greatest anti-pollution device in human history!
    (Just think of city streets clogged with a hundred thousand horses each generating 15 lbs of manure every day...)
  • MsMorrisineMsMorrisine Posts: 32,974 ✭✭✭✭✭


    << <i>

    << <i>The Box! The Box!!!!! It's a work of art in itself. >>


    OK, I can open the box to see the obverse, but can some one tell me how I pop the lid to see the reverse? Isn't that what it's supposed to do?

    I have to admit, I'm not particularly happy with this coin. I never expected the die polish lines would be in high relief, too! Probably won't be long before I sell or return it. >>



    underneath, at the front of the wooden coin holder, the wood is cut away at an angle.


    gently push down on the front edge and it should raise up.... unless they put it in backwards, then push on the back.


    I took mine to a dealer to look at the grease spots, and the dealer kept insinuating I cleaned it with a rag. I told him they all look like that from die polish marks, but the dealer kept on until I mentioned that I wouldn't be there asking about it if I had already cleaned it. image



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  • Friday March 06, 2009 11:25 AM (NEW!)



    I just sent my UHR yesterday USPS overnight Express this is what I got this when punched tracking in Shipment Activity Location Date & Time
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Notice Left NEWPORT BEACH CA 92660 03/06/09 7:57am

    Arrival at Unit NEWPORT BEACH CA 92658 03/06/09 7:53am

    Processed SANTA ANA CA 92799 03/06/09 6:06am
    ??????????????????????????? We attempted to deliver your item at 7:57 AM on March 6, 2009 in( NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92660) and a notice was left? what is up!

    Brian
  • MsMorrisineMsMorrisine Posts: 32,974 ✭✭✭✭✭
    don't panic.

    it's got the postmark and it's probably just there waiting.


    they'll get it.


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  • CasmanCasman Posts: 3,935 ✭✭
    That's normal, don't worry about it...It'll change soon to signed for by...
  • Thanks. Yeah, I think I see a grease spot. And greasy thumbprints on the inside of the box, too.
    Salute the automobile: The greatest anti-pollution device in human history!
    (Just think of city streets clogged with a hundred thousand horses each generating 15 lbs of manure every day...)
  • coinkid855coinkid855 Posts: 5,012 ✭✭✭
    imageimageimageimageimageimageimageimage


    F%#@ PBGS!!!!


    I arrived home today, and after saying hi to my dad, excitedly opened my UHR package to find the coin LOOSE in the presentation case.

    NOT in the holder. COMPLETELY LOOSE.

    I looked at it with 10x magnification and only saw a minor bump or two on the rim, and hopefully it will still grade out at 70.... I cannot believe my luck, or lack there of, I suppose....-____________-




    -Paul
  • MsMorrisineMsMorrisine Posts: 32,974 ✭✭✭✭✭
    could be the mint.

    not in the clear capsule? or not in the hole?


    if outside a capsule, did you get a capsule and where was it?


    PS how much flack did you lay on PBGS lately?

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  • MrBearMrBear Posts: 379 ✭✭✭


    << <i>

    << <i>
    I noticed that all of the pictures that people have taken so far have been (sorry folks) rather blurry and indistinct.

    image

    image >>



    I don't see anything blurry and indistinct about this image posted in this thread on 3/4 by blu62vette.

    image

    or this one posted later the same day

    imageimage >>



    Bob, you are quite correct. My apologies. This thread's been moving so fast that I haven't kept up. I should have said "most of the pictures that I have seen"

    Mea culpa, folks!
    Occasionally successful coin collector.
  • coinkid855coinkid855 Posts: 5,012 ✭✭✭


    << <i>could be the mint.

    not in the clear capsule? or not in the hole?


    if outside a capsule, did you get a capsule and where was it?


    PS how much flack did you lay on PBGS lately? >>




    The capsule was right where it was supposed to be. The coin just happened to not be in it. -__-



    -Paul
  • 2 nd UHR waiting at the PO. I hope it is as nice as the first. All the reports of die polish, rim dings, black spots etc. are making me anxious.image


  • Just rec'ed mine.
    Left on doorstep UPS Next day air....

    What's PCGS's First Strike cut-off?????
    Can't find the right date
    DONNYJF
  • 03/11 if you open the package. Indefinitely if you keep it sealed in the original box
  • 7over87over8 Posts: 4,733 ✭✭✭
    3/11 is fs cutoff

    coins in capsules must be **postmarked** on the package you send to PCGS by that date......it doesnt matter if they receive the package after that date, what matters is the postmark on the mailing package to PCGS

    after that date, you have to send the coin sealed in the mailing box dated 3/11 or before.....


  • Thanks for info.
    Have not opened the box which is dated 3/5
    DONNYJF
  • MsMorrisineMsMorrisine Posts: 32,974 ✭✭✭✭✭
    front month (April) gold futures closed at 942.70
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  • YaHaYaHa Posts: 4,220
    Would PCGS let you know why a coin didn't make a certain Grade? Are there details available or can you pay a slight fee for the honest truth..
  • stckplungestckplunge Posts: 469 ✭✭
    Just thought I would let people know that there is a website that will track any delivery service tracking number - even that useless 22 digit number that the mint gives you if your package is being delivered to a PO Box. Maybe somebody already posted this - in that case please ignore!

    Jeff
  • ResRes Posts: 1,086


    << <i>Would PCGS let you know why a coin didn't make a certain Grade? Are there details available or can you pay a slight fee for the honest truth.. >>



    You have to pay extra for the graders opinion, which is a one-line computer print-out. Something they should as part of the original cost in my opinion.

    Edit - they may have gotten rid of this option. I couldn't find it on the new submission forms.

  • Ok, I've heard it all now. Unfortunately, what I heard just doesn't smell right. During a conversation with a Mint Rep earlier today, I was told that my order had a 'Pick #' at one time which was subsequently voided.

    My 'Pick #' was VOIDED!! I am very concerned that what this means is that they have no more UHRs to ship until the Mint starts another batch.

    Furthermore, since they did not ship FIFO, many people that should have gotten their UHRs because they were 'first in line' will have involuntarily forfeited their UHR to those in the 'back of the line'.

    This is what I have been worried about all week. Have they really run out of stock? What say the Forum??
  • MsMorrisineMsMorrisine Posts: 32,974 ✭✭✭✭✭


    << <i>image >>



    familiarize yourself with this coin:


    image


    you may be receiving it shortly.


    I thought about putting a note in the box saying "Hi" to the next owner. image

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  • smokincoinsmokincoin Posts: 2,636 ✭✭✭
    Oh... I get it! It's poke the stick in smokincoin's eye night tonight. Very funny!image
  • MsMorrisineMsMorrisine Posts: 32,974 ✭✭✭✭✭


    << <i>Oh... I get it! It's poke the stick in smokincoin's eye night tonight. Very funny!image >>




    nooo...


    I just returned mine. So, I'm saying someone here who is expecting theirs may get it.


    be on the look out... who knows whose stoop on which it will land!


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  • CoinspongeCoinsponge Posts: 3,927 ✭✭✭


    << <i>

    << <i>image >>



    familiarize yourself with this coin:


    image


    you may be receiving it shortly.


    I thought about putting a note in the box saying "Hi" to the next owner. image >>





    I have never seen a coin from the mint with red circles on it. Must be all the red ink the Federal Govt is spilling.
    Gold and silver are valuable but wisdom is priceless.


  • << <i>

    << <i>image >>



    familiarize yourself with this coin:


    you may be receiving it shortly. lmao imageimage


    I thought about putting a note in the box saying "Hi" to the next owner. image >>





    lmao imageimage
  • mbogomanmbogoman Posts: 5,182 ✭✭✭✭✭
    You know, I'm torn about whether or not to send mine back. The fields and details on mine are all superb - it's the rim above States of America that has the flaws. They don't really distract, but clearly it isn't perfect. It does have some die polish, but only visible when tilted the right way. Overall, though, the coin is beautiful. No, it wouldn't likely merit a 70, but I'm sure it would score a 69. I think I'll keep it as is. I'm just afraid that the replacement wouldn't be any better, or heaven forbid, I would get Ms M's greasy slug!
  • MsMorrisineMsMorrisine Posts: 32,974 ✭✭✭✭✭
    Just a Note.

    "First in, First Out" has been removed from the UHR product page.


    now they are even more free to screw up shipping orders....

    miss yours on 4/24?
    oh that's too bad.
    there is no fifo policy...
    wait until 5/24 and hope we don't screw up again.
    remember 6-9 months!
    thank you for calling!


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  • << <i>Oh... I get it! It's poke the stick in smokincoin's eye night tonight. Very funny!image >>




    see, that's funny....we're back to a sharp stick in the eye routine... but i still hate the MINT image


  • << <i>

    << <i>

    << <i>image >>



    familiarize yourself with this coin:


    you may be receiving it shortly.


    I thought about putting a note in the box saying "Hi" to the next owner. image >>





    I have never seen a coin from the mint with red circles on it. Must be all the red ink the Federal Govt is spilling. >>

    LMAO imageimage

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