Took a closer look at it to see if I might have some interest in it... but like usual for me with the US Mint offerings, will just have to pass. And way too expensive for my taste. But it is good the US Mint is honoring the military with some offerings.
@tincup said:
Took a closer look at it to see if I might have some interest in it... but like usual for me with the US Mint offerings, will just have to pass. And way too expensive for my taste. But it is good the US Mint is honoring the military with some offerings.
I fully agree it's pricey. But, compared to what? This medallion has 2.5oz of silver @$165.00 compared to most 1 oz coins issued by the US Mint ranging from $75 to $85 per oz. The 3" copper medals @ $160.
"Bongo drive 1984 Lincoln that looks like old coin dug from ground."
@tincup said:
Took a closer look at it to see if I might have some interest in it... but like usual for me with the US Mint offerings, will just have to pass. And way too expensive for my taste. But it is good the US Mint is honoring the military with some offerings.
I fully agree it's pricey. But, compared to what? This medallion has 2.5oz of silver @$165.00 compared to most 1 oz coins issued by the US Mint ranging from $75 to $85 per oz. The 3" copper medals @ $160.
I compared it to a 5 oz unc silver coin which is selling for 229.00 right now, that's about $46 an ounce compared to $64 an ounce for a medal. And you are absolutely right, $75 to $85 and ounce also seems pricey. It's sheer silver madness I tell you!!!
Past experience does indicate, cu is normally a prelude to sold out. A few may become available due to cc issues, cancellations, returns or other issues.
I'm getting ready for 8/17......next in line: Coast Guard
"Bongo drive 1984 Lincoln that looks like old coin dug from ground."
I bought it because my father who passed away last year at 96 was in the Army Air Corp as a Staff Sgt. His older brother was a B-24 bomber pilot. He was part of Operation Tidal Wave, 177 bombers, and his plane sustained a number of hits….both left engines shot out, rudder cables shot as well as his spare gas tanks in the bomb bay were also shot. He managed to get his plane and crew safely landed in Turkey. Two of his guys were wounded and the Turks took care of them. He was awarded the Silver Star for his efforts. I could talk about what he did including having an underground extraction get him out of Turkey. But he ended up walking back to Morocco and finally arrived back at his Squadron, The 382nd.
That is why I bought the coin…..I have the medals that each won…MY uncle also was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross and ultimately gave his life and awarded posthumously the Purple Heart.
I made three orders. First order received. Second order looks like ups lost it. I will wait for two more days if ups still not deliver then I need to call mint. Third order not ship yet. I like the coin
He was part of Operation Tidal Wave...
WOW, what family history and story....That would make an incredible movie!!! Both left engines shot out and still manages to land...the mint should let you have one of these medals at no charge.
He was part of Operation Tidal Wave...
WOW, what family history and story....That would make an incredible movie!!! Both left engines shot out and still manages to land...the mint should let you have one of these medals at no charge.
The planes took off from Benghazi, Libya and flew to Ploesti, Rumania to bomb Hitlers oil refineries. The crazy part of this mission was that it was to be at low altitude. I have all my uncles flight logs that the military kept. When I got them I wondered why when he arrived in England there were lots of training flights. As I investigated further I came across an article that talked about B-24 bombers buzzing the English countryside. Turns out they were preparing for the mission. This was June, 1943. Practicing low level flying.
In July, 1943 they moved to Benghazi, Libya. Here they launched bombing missions into Italy to support the invasion into Italy. They also practiced low level formation flying. I should add that my uncle was part of Teds Flying Circus. August 1st was Operation Tidal Wave…
When my uncle got back to his squadron in England he flew one complete mission. Then on November 13, 1943 he flew a mission over Bremen, Germany. After dropping his bombs he was returning to England and being chased by a German fighter. My uncles plane went down in the North Sea.
November 13 is my Aunts birthday. Not in 1943 though. So sad he went down in the North Sea.
I like the typed remarks: Operational Secret-Secret! It was double secret!
@Onastone said:
November 13 is my Aunts birthday. Not in 1943 though. So sad he went down in the North Sea.
I like the typed remarks: Operational Secret-Secret! It was double secret!
Except the Germans knew they were coming, the low level bombing plan was full of flaws and they lost 1/3 of the bombers!
I have the letters my uncle wrote his wife, the letters his wife wrote him and the letters that crew member wives wrote my aunt! It’s amazing the stuff I have for my uncle. His high school diploma! His various flight schools he passed….his dog tags that he wore while undergoing training, his flight wings, his 1st Lieutenant bars….even his shaving kit!
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Second email received 6:34 HST
Your U.S. Mint order has been confirmed!
Love the Air Force:
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I received my conf. order from the Mint at 12: 17, approx 15 minutes after I ordered.
No problems ordering, #USM097348XX
Confirmed as well...
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I like this design much better!!!
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My USAF order has been shipped. Could the Mint be back on track?
it's been slow
the end of july and into august will be madness
likewise
Idk. Pretty small number that needed to be shipped.
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What?! No sell out yet??
Took a closer look at it to see if I might have some interest in it... but like usual for me with the US Mint offerings, will just have to pass. And way too expensive for my taste. But it is good the US Mint is honoring the military with some offerings.
I fully agree it's pricey. But, compared to what? This medallion has 2.5oz of silver @$165.00 compared to most 1 oz coins issued by the US Mint ranging from $75 to $85 per oz. The 3" copper medals @ $160.
Household limit has been lifted.
I compared it to a 5 oz unc silver coin which is selling for 229.00 right now, that's about $46 an ounce compared to $64 an ounce for a medal. And you are absolutely right, $75 to $85 and ounce also seems pricey. It's sheer silver madness I tell you!!!
"I compared it to a 5 oz unc silver coin which is selling for 229.00 right now."
No more 5 oz ATB's.
BTW I got my medal in todays mail. Convinced me to collect the series.
It will be interesting to see what the Mint prices the 1-oz. version that is being issued next year.
Probably the same $75 to $83 range they've been using this year. Assuming silver price is similar, of course.
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Plenty available and no limit. Wonder how things are going to be at noon eastern on the 20th. Hopefully nice and smooth 😎
🎶 shout shout, let it all out 🎶
Almost sold out.
S20MA AIR FORCE 2.5 OZ SILVER MEDAL 9,302 7/18/2021
I'm somewhat disappointed that it's taking so long.
Sold out.
there is a difference between CU and sold out...
Past experience does indicate, cu is normally a prelude to sold out. A few may become available due to cc issues, cancellations, returns or other issues.
I'm getting ready for 8/17......next in line: Coast Guard
I bought it because my father who passed away last year at 96 was in the Army Air Corp as a Staff Sgt. His older brother was a B-24 bomber pilot. He was part of Operation Tidal Wave, 177 bombers, and his plane sustained a number of hits….both left engines shot out, rudder cables shot as well as his spare gas tanks in the bomb bay were also shot. He managed to get his plane and crew safely landed in Turkey. Two of his guys were wounded and the Turks took care of them. He was awarded the Silver Star for his efforts. I could talk about what he did including having an underground extraction get him out of Turkey. But he ended up walking back to Morocco and finally arrived back at his Squadron, The 382nd.
That is why I bought the coin…..I have the medals that each won…MY uncle also was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross and ultimately gave his life and awarded posthumously the Purple Heart.
I made three orders. First order received. Second order looks like ups lost it. I will wait for two more days if ups still not deliver then I need to call mint. Third order not ship yet. I like the coin
He was part of Operation Tidal Wave...
WOW, what family history and story....That would make an incredible movie!!! Both left engines shot out and still manages to land...the mint should let you have one of these medals at no charge.
The planes took off from Benghazi, Libya and flew to Ploesti, Rumania to bomb Hitlers oil refineries. The crazy part of this mission was that it was to be at low altitude. I have all my uncles flight logs that the military kept. When I got them I wondered why when he arrived in England there were lots of training flights. As I investigated further I came across an article that talked about B-24 bombers buzzing the English countryside. Turns out they were preparing for the mission. This was June, 1943. Practicing low level flying.
In July, 1943 they moved to Benghazi, Libya. Here they launched bombing missions into Italy to support the invasion into Italy. They also practiced low level formation flying. I should add that my uncle was part of Teds Flying Circus. August 1st was Operation Tidal Wave…
When my uncle got back to his squadron in England he flew one complete mission. Then on November 13, 1943 he flew a mission over Bremen, Germany. After dropping his bombs he was returning to England and being chased by a German fighter. My uncles plane went down in the North Sea.
November 13 is my Aunts birthday. Not in 1943 though. So sad he went down in the North Sea.
I like the typed remarks: Operational Secret-Secret! It was double secret!
Except the Germans knew they were coming, the low level bombing plan was full of flaws and they lost 1/3 of the bombers!
I have the letters my uncle wrote his wife, the letters his wife wrote him and the letters that crew member wives wrote my aunt! It’s amazing the stuff I have for my uncle. His high school diploma! His various flight schools he passed….his dog tags that he wore while undergoing training, his flight wings, his 1st Lieutenant bars….even his shaving kit!