Best of the Mint 1916 Mercury Dime Gold Coin and Silver Medal Set
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if you can't sell it for a profit, you're not going to barter it for a profit
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@coiner said:
@jmlanzaf said:
@taxmad said:
@NJCoin said:
@mbr33 said:
@safari_dude said:
These seem to be a bit hotter than some want to believe…..🤔😉Let's keep this just between us so that maybe things cool off for the final 4 of this series.
Don't worry. After this, the buyers clubs will be out for the rest.
Doesn't mean they won't be hot and difficult to get, depending on the mintage. But it does mean we won't be competing with bots run by randos collecting credit card points and $50.
How is that any different than the BST offers and emails I (and others) receive from dealers promising us a shipping label and a $XX profit if we can get one?
It's not. But we're very tribal. When we flip, it's okay. When sneaker people do it, they are the spawn of Satan.
The issue is the "sneaker" and "toy" flippers have no idea and no interest in what they are flipping. I can say for many on here ---at least we actually like some of these products; it isnt just for the flip (profit). Maybe we buy more than one and flip a few - to pay for our addiction to these mint products.
There are worse addictions.........And that is no more or less noble than flipping a couple to buy sneakers... or food.
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@mbr33 said:
@NJCoin said:
@mbr33 said:
@safari_dude said:
These seem to be a bit hotter than some want to believe…..🤔😉Let's keep this just between us so that maybe things cool off for the final 4 of this series.
Don't worry. After this, the buyers clubs will be out for the rest.
Doesn't mean they won't be hot and difficult to get, depending on the mintage. But it does mean we won't be competing with bots run by randos collecting credit card points and $50.
Is that +$50 or -$50? Judging by some of those ebay sales, it was pretty close!
I'm sure we will have waiting rooms, and it sounds like the 1804 is the one everybody and their cousin's BOT want.
That was the original buyers club offer.
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@jmlanzaf said:
@taxmad said:
@NJCoin said:
@mbr33 said:
@safari_dude said:
These seem to be a bit hotter than some want to believe…..🤔😉Let's keep this just between us so that maybe things cool off for the final 4 of this series.
Don't worry. After this, the buyers clubs will be out for the rest.
Doesn't mean they won't be hot and difficult to get, depending on the mintage. But it does mean we won't be competing with bots run by randos collecting credit card points and $50.
How is that any different than the BST offers and emails I (and others) receive from dealers promising us a shipping label and a $XX profit if we can get one?
It's not. But we're very tribal. When we flip, it's okay. When sneaker people do it, they are the spawn of Satan.
This ^^^^. But it's less that than the number of people involved.
We are a relatively small group. Open it to the masses, and that's when you get site crashes, 2 minute sellouts, etc.
If the only people participating were people who actually collect, whether or not they also flip, none of us would have issues getting what we want 99% of the time.
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@MsMorrisine said:
you're too late on the flip of raw sets. perhaps the personal signature will save you. i'm thinking these sets won't do well in the secondary marketYes, so far it looks like the flip on the raw sets were prior to drop day, when FOMO took over and a few sold in the $1300-$1400 range in pre-sale. With two surges in inventory out there (second wave in September) it may never come back to that range.
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@NJCoin said:
@jmlanzaf said:
@taxmad said:
@NJCoin said:
@mbr33 said:
@safari_dude said:
These seem to be a bit hotter than some want to believe…..🤔😉Let's keep this just between us so that maybe things cool off for the final 4 of this series.
Don't worry. After this, the buyers clubs will be out for the rest.
Doesn't mean they won't be hot and difficult to get, depending on the mintage. But it does mean we won't be competing with bots run by randos collecting credit card points and $50.
How is that any different than the BST offers and emails I (and others) receive from dealers promising us a shipping label and a $XX profit if we can get one?
It's not. But we're very tribal. When we flip, it's okay. When sneaker people do it, they are the spawn of Satan.
This ^^^^. But it's less that than the number of people involved.
We are a relatively small group. Open it to the masses, and that's when you get site crashes, 2 minute sellouts, etc.
If the only people participating were people who actually collect, whether or not they also flip, none of us would have issues getting what we want 99% of the time.
They may be more disruptive, but they are certainly of equivalent morality. The people here who are flipping may also be flipping to the exact same buyers.
We even have people who buy multiple to flip a couple and keep one. They also think they are morally superior to the buyer's club because they kept one.
I'm not calling anyone out. It's all the same to me. I just get tired of hearing about the "true collectors" as though there hearts are more pure.
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@jmlanzaf said:
@NJCoin said:
@jmlanzaf said:
@taxmad said:
@NJCoin said:
@mbr33 said:
@safari_dude said:
These seem to be a bit hotter than some want to believe…..🤔😉Let's keep this just between us so that maybe things cool off for the final 4 of this series.
Don't worry. After this, the buyers clubs will be out for the rest.
Doesn't mean they won't be hot and difficult to get, depending on the mintage. But it does mean we won't be competing with bots run by randos collecting credit card points and $50.
How is that any different than the BST offers and emails I (and others) receive from dealers promising us a shipping label and a $XX profit if we can get one?
It's not. But we're very tribal. When we flip, it's okay. When sneaker people do it, they are the spawn of Satan.
This ^^^^. But it's less that than the number of people involved.
We are a relatively small group. Open it to the masses, and that's when you get site crashes, 2 minute sellouts, etc.
If the only people participating were people who actually collect, whether or not they also flip, none of us would have issues getting what we want 99% of the time.
They may be more disruptive, but they are certainly of equivalent morality. The people here who are flipping may also be flipping to the exact same buyers.
We even have people who buy multiple to flip a couple and keep one. They also think they are morally superior to the buyer's club because they kept one.
I'm not calling anyone out. It's all the same to me. I just get tired of hearing about the "true collectors" as though there hearts are more pure.
I’ve done/do a little of all of it. I appreciate the role of all types of coin collectors and dealers and value the opinions of both.
I know a young guy who belongs to a buyer’s club, but he stopped getting involved in coins since too many others were doing it, and this year hasn’t been good for him as far as opportunities go. He knows zippo about coins. I still like the kid. lol.0 -
@jmlanzaf said:
@NJCoin said:
@jmlanzaf said:
@taxmad said:
@NJCoin said:
@mbr33 said:
@safari_dude said:
These seem to be a bit hotter than some want to believe…..🤔😉Let's keep this just between us so that maybe things cool off for the final 4 of this series.
Don't worry. After this, the buyers clubs will be out for the rest.
Doesn't mean they won't be hot and difficult to get, depending on the mintage. But it does mean we won't be competing with bots run by randos collecting credit card points and $50.
How is that any different than the BST offers and emails I (and others) receive from dealers promising us a shipping label and a $XX profit if we can get one?
It's not. But we're very tribal. When we flip, it's okay. When sneaker people do it, they are the spawn of Satan.
This ^^^^. But it's less that than the number of people involved.
We are a relatively small group. Open it to the masses, and that's when you get site crashes, 2 minute sellouts, etc.
If the only people participating were people who actually collect, whether or not they also flip, none of us would have issues getting what we want 99% of the time.
They may be more disruptive, but they are certainly of equivalent morality. The people here who are flipping may also be flipping to the exact same buyers.
We even have people who buy multiple to flip a couple and keep one. They also think they are morally superior to the buyer's club because they kept one.
I'm not calling anyone out. It's all the same to me. I just get tired of hearing about the "true collectors" as though there hearts are more pure.
Of course! That's why I started my reply by saying "This ^^^^."
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@NJCoin said:
@jmlanzaf said:
@NJCoin said:
@jmlanzaf said:
@taxmad said:
@NJCoin said:
@mbr33 said:
@safari_dude said:
These seem to be a bit hotter than some want to believe…..🤔😉Let's keep this just between us so that maybe things cool off for the final 4 of this series.
Don't worry. After this, the buyers clubs will be out for the rest.
Doesn't mean they won't be hot and difficult to get, depending on the mintage. But it does mean we won't be competing with bots run by randos collecting credit card points and $50.
How is that any different than the BST offers and emails I (and others) receive from dealers promising us a shipping label and a $XX profit if we can get one?
It's not. But we're very tribal. When we flip, it's okay. When sneaker people do it, they are the spawn of Satan.
This ^^^^. But it's less that than the number of people involved.
We are a relatively small group. Open it to the masses, and that's when you get site crashes, 2 minute sellouts, etc.
If the only people participating were people who actually collect, whether or not they also flip, none of us would have issues getting what we want 99% of the time.
They may be more disruptive, but they are certainly of equivalent morality. The people here who are flipping may also be flipping to the exact same buyers.
We even have people who buy multiple to flip a couple and keep one. They also think they are morally superior to the buyer's club because they kept one.
I'm not calling anyone out. It's all the same to me. I just get tired of hearing about the "true collectors" as though there hearts are more pure.
Of course! That's why I started my reply by saying "This ^^^^."
You'll just have to agree to agree.
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@NJCoin said:
@jmlanzaf said:
@NJCoin said:
@jmlanzaf said:
@taxmad said:
@NJCoin said:
@mbr33 said:
@safari_dude said:
These seem to be a bit hotter than some want to believe…..🤔😉Let's keep this just between us so that maybe things cool off for the final 4 of this series.
Don't worry. After this, the buyers clubs will be out for the rest.
Doesn't mean they won't be hot and difficult to get, depending on the mintage. But it does mean we won't be competing with bots run by randos collecting credit card points and $50.
How is that any different than the BST offers and emails I (and others) receive from dealers promising us a shipping label and a $XX profit if we can get one?
It's not. But we're very tribal. When we flip, it's okay. When sneaker people do it, they are the spawn of Satan.
This ^^^^. But it's less that than the number of people involved.
We are a relatively small group. Open it to the masses, and that's when you get site crashes, 2 minute sellouts, etc.
If the only people participating were people who actually collect, whether or not they also flip, none of us would have issues getting what we want 99% of the time.
They may be more disruptive, but they are certainly of equivalent morality. The people here who are flipping may also be flipping to the exact same buyers.
We even have people who buy multiple to flip a couple and keep one. They also think they are morally superior to the buyer's club because they kept one.
I'm not calling anyone out. It's all the same to me. I just get tired of hearing about the "true collectors" as though there hearts are more pure.
Of course! That's why I started my reply by saying "This ^^^^."
I know. We AGREE!
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I see that APMEX is offering the 2026 Mercury Dime + Silver Medal in PCGS MS70 Advanced Release condition for $3,295. If you want to save a couple dollars, the PCGS MS70 First Day Of Issue is "only" $1,695. The price for the two coins in Mint packaging is $1,295.
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@NJCoin said:
@mbr33 said:
@Orlena said:
Mine just got delivered and it’s fantastic. Love the set.
Question- mine came with a card signed by “Paul Hollis #41”. Is that significant or did everyone get one? Either way it’s a nice touch to show he took some interest in the collection.Not everyone is getting those. My set did NOT come with that.
No kidding. I'm actually shocked, given how many reports there have been.
I’m not fully recovered from a broken left arm quite yet, so the other day when I opened my box, I had to do a little more work than normal to open the packaging. I came to work today and noticed this card laying under a chair in my office. It had apparently fell out of the box and I didn’t see it for two days. So….i did get a signed card. It is in fact hand-signed, as the writing has subtle differences from the others posted out there on social media.
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80 available this morning.
Constantly refreshed - they went all at once at 30 seconds in.2 -
Yes, I was hit from behind at a stop light by a young guy texting back in February. Ongoing physical therapy with some weight limitations still, but doing much better! The Mint packaging is well-taped (unlike other items I’ve received) and I wasnt able to open the box like a normal person (Lol) and the card must have slipped out and onto the floor while I battled with the cardboard.
Here’s the other side.5 -
@jmlanzaf said:
I'm not calling anyone out. It's all the same to me. I just get tired of hearing about the "true collectors" as though there hearts are more pure.
True collectors have an interest in the product. They want one for their collection.
Different from someone who can care less, or, know nothing about what they are buying. I love to see those buyers get stuck with a bunch of product because it generally means they "go away" for some time.
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Nearly one week after being made available, my order is still in "Processing" status. I placed my order within the first three minutes of it being available and my order number (USM22516xxx) is smaller than some whom I believe have already received their coins.
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Nearly one week after being made available, my order is still in "Processing" status. I placed my order within the first three minutes of it being available and my order number (USM22516xxx) is smaller than some whom I believe have already received their coins.
Mine too. I just cancelled. Getting 2 that friends ordered.
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I have you beat, USM22509xxx, by about 5000 orders, still waiting.
Probably will ship next week, that's how the Mint is now a days.
Before they'd have these all out after a couple days, not weeks for in stock items...
totally gone down hill this year.
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@coiner said:
@jmlanzaf said:
I'm not calling anyone out. It's all the same to me. I just get tired of hearing about the "true collectors" as though there hearts are more pure.
True collectors have an interest in the product. They want one for their collection.
Different from someone who can care less, or, know nothing about what they are buying. I love to see those buyers get stuck with a bunch of product because it generally means they "go away" for some time.
Don't you think they just return it to the Mint?
"True collectors." That always makes me laugh out loud. Thanks.
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@goldbuffalo said:
I have you beat, USM22509xxx, by about 5000 orders, still waiting.Probably will ship next week, that's how the Mint is now a days.
Before they'd have these all out after a couple days, not weeks for in stock items...
totally gone down hill this year.
I got a "call us, your payment method sucks" email. When I called they said it just didnt carry over from subscription to processing, so I input the same numbers and all was well. She did say that shipping is a bit behind right now and that it could take "up to two weeks" for subscriptions and other product to ship right now, unless you selected next-day.
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Set just arrived since having opted for the overnight delivery option because it was only $10 more.
Just so-so and not mighty impressed. My photography skills are terrible of course.
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So opened mine up and there on top was the signed card. I’ve heard only a certain number got the card, but seems like others have said it’s included in all. Any more concrete info out there? Thanks
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@originalsandman said:
So opened mine up and there on top was the signed card. I’ve heard only a certain number got the card, but seems like others have said it’s included in all. Any more concrete info out there? ThanksThere are getting to be more and more posts out there on the various Youtube and social media sites where recipients of the set are saying they didn't get a signed card. Not sure how they decided who got one and who didn't. Seems random.
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@jmlanzaf said:
@coiner said:
@jmlanzaf said:
I'm not calling anyone out. It's all the same to me. I just get tired of hearing about the "true collectors" as though there hearts are more pure.
True collectors have an interest in the product. They want one for their collection.
Different from someone who can care less, or, know nothing about what they are buying. I love to see those buyers get stuck with a bunch of product because it generally means they "go away" for some time.
Don't you think they just return it to the Mint?
"True collectors." That always makes me laugh out loud. Thanks.
Maybe you're not one of us. If you are a sneaker or toy guy.
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Seems quite a few are out there. Just opened one.
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@coiner said:
@jmlanzaf said:
@coiner said:
@jmlanzaf said:
I'm not calling anyone out. It's all the same to me. I just get tired of hearing about the "true collectors" as though there hearts are more pure.
True collectors have an interest in the product. They want one for their collection.
Different from someone who can care less, or, know nothing about what they are buying. I love to see those buyers get stuck with a bunch of product because it generally means they "go away" for some time.
Don't you think they just return it to the Mint?
"True collectors." That always makes me laugh out loud. Thanks.
Maybe you're not one of us. If you are a sneaker or toy guy.
I'm just more inclusive.
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It sure is a lot of writing. Given how many are out there, I'm not sure why people think it isn't an auto pen. Why, if he hand wrote each one individually, he didn't change up the text on at least some of them. Why the spacing is the same on every card. Etc.
I understand that wannabe handrwriting experts think they are discerning subtle differences in the signatures, but I've got to be honest with you, the text on the cards look exactly the same to me on every single card I have seen posted so far.
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Plenty of differences between all these examples:
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Maybe Paul should spend more time getting product out in a timely fashion.
The Mint has gone down hill and a little post card isn't changing that.
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Several auto pens were probably left all over from 2024. The Mint is simply using more than one style with each one.
Boom...we win.
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You can usually tell if you look for pressure difference. The auto pen has none, humans have many.
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I suspect mine is still processing because it's sitting on Hollis' desk waiting for a signed note.
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I bumped all my subscription deliveries to one day.
The cheap guy in me says : free delivery is awesome, BUT why isn't my goodie here yet ?????
Current 2026 guy says $21 bucks for overnight is a winner, and I see now likely the BEST way to actually get overpromised inhand to ship product. I'd be annoyed with a 2-3 week delivery. But Hollis is running the Mint at the moment.
Any clue when the 200,000 of 500,000 ASE $ Proofs are getting offered or maybe balance of offer gets trash canned ?
Love the idea of 24k Merc.
Bought a few in 2016 at $200 a pop direct.
Seemed pricey at time, wish I had bought a roll housed in 50 pretty hinged wood boxes.As I buy and hold I still have them.
24k is so prettyHappy Shopping !
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@Mr Lindy said:
I'd be annoyed with a 2-3 week delivery. But Hollis is running the Mint at the moment.just be aware that an overnight delivery option will not mean your "order-pick-pack-ship" process is any faster
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This ^^^. And, based on the price action of the Congratulations coins, they are not going to be worth chasing, and might not even sell out. The Mint REALLY would have been better off making all 500K available at release.
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I swear I chose the cheap S&H, which should have been free, as usually overnight takes just as long as @MsMorrisine said. But I must have checked the $21 box, and it came super fast this time.
@originalsandman said:
So opened mine up and there on top was the signed card. I’ve heard only a certain number got the card, but seems like others have said it’s included in all. Any more concrete info out there? ThanksYeah, I didn't get a card. But that's okay, I got everything else in pristine condition.
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Available for awhile now and no limits....and ten dollars cheaper!!0 -
I saw they had 63 today -- but they lasted almost 3 minutes (unlike past few days). The ATS dropped quickly to about 17, but from there it would drop in smaller increments (actually ticked up from like 13 back to 15 at one point -- the uptick happened a couple of times).
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Price dropped $10 from my order last week. Wonder if the backorders price will also drop or rise (gold price that week) when finally charged to your credit card. It would seem so.
Boom...we win.
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@jakeblue said:
Price dropped $10 from my order last week. Wonder if the backorders price will also drop or rise (gold price that week) when finally charged to your credit card. It would seem so.If you do not cancel, you will be charged the amount that the product was listed at when you placed the order.
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@jakeblue said:
Price dropped $10 from my order last week. Wonder if the backorders price will also drop or rise (gold price that week) when finally charged to your credit card. It would seem so.I had a backorder Sacagawea Gold coin last year. As the spot price fluctuated (down then back up) the backorder price never changed. And they shipped the coin at the price of my order -- not the higher price they had the coin listed for at the time of fulfillment.
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@DotStore said:
@jakeblue said:
Price dropped $10 from my order last week. Wonder if the backorders price will also drop or rise (gold price that week) when finally charged to your credit card. It would seem so.I had a backorder Sacagawea Gold coin last year. As the spot price fluctuated (down then back up) the backorder price never changed. And they shipped the coin at the price of my order -- not the higher price they had the coin listed for at the time of fulfillment.
Makes sense.
Boom...we win.
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My set arrived today. No card from Hollis. I’m thinking neither the coin nor the medal would grade out at 70, so I’m keeping them as is in OGP.
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Has anyone in California received a shipping notification?
My order 22516XXX. Not on backorder. But still processing after a week.
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