Numismatic News

eLetters

Do you think the Mint’s website fixes will make for a better buyer’s experience on Aug. 3 when the “D” and “S” Morgan dollars go on sale? Why or why not?

With the demand being so great for this classic in a commemorative coin, we are just happy to be able to get on-line. With the minimum household order being lowered, maybe the process will run smoother for a better customer experience.

I know I will be online purchasing my allotment.

Carl Hornberger Hampton, Va.

Don’t believe they fixed it until I see it.

Rich Patenaude Griswold, Conn.

No. And I will no longer purchase anything from the Mint. Been a collector since 1964. Purchased Mint items from the Mint throughout the 1970s, ’80s, ’90s, etc., until now. Fed up with the Mint. I’m out. From now on I will purchase from eBay and/or other outlets.

Russell Fugett Address withheld

No. The only way to improve the system is to reduce the numbers of coins pre-sold to large coin dealers.

John Steitz Address withheld

For as many times as the Mint has gotten it wrong, to believe they have “fixed” it in a few weeks is awfully hard to believe.

I had both the “O” and “CC” coins, one of each, in my cart and was checking out and they disappeared. Two minutes later I get a notice they’re

You’re reading a preview, subscribe to read more.

More from Numismatic News

Numismatic News3 min read
New Sales Tax Exemption for Kentucky
The Bluegrass State has become the 44th state to enact a full or partial sales-tax exemption on the sales of coins, paper money and precious-metal bullion. The exemption from sales and use tax for currency and bullion sales is set to take effect on A
Numismatic News4 min read
Early Coins Not Docked for Inconsistencies
■ How does strike quality impact the condition on early US coins? The quality of strike was inconsistent on U.S. coins until technological advances allowed the quality of coinage to be consistent. There are no flawless coins of certain early issues.
Numismatic News2 min read
Former PCGS President Acquires Ohio Dealership
Brett Charville, a former President of Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS) and an Ohio native, is the new owner of Northwest Ohio’s largest rare coin and precious metals dealership, Toledo Coin Exchange. Founded in 1980 by Clyde Englehardt, the

Related Books & Audiobooks