Comments on: 50th Anniversary Kennedy Silver Collection Release

By: Jp

Jp — Tue, 18 Nov 2014 23:39:37 +0000

In reply to Al. Thanks. I will give it a try. These coins are so secured in there it is ridiculous. The packaging from the Mint is nice and all, but really they could do less and no one would care . It's the coins I am interested in. Those boxes take up an enormous amount of room.

By: Al

Al — Tue, 18 Nov 2014 15:08:15 +0000

I used a small letter opener to remove the plastic cases out. It’s not sharp so it minimizes any possibility of damaging anything. Very gently slide it under the edge of the case (there’s a recess point in the holder at each coin) and gently rock it back and forth until the plastic case pops out. Yes, this is the tightest presentation case I’ve seen. Usually they come out easier.

By: anne

anne — Fri, 07 Nov 2014 05:20:46 +0000

Anybody figured out whether the finish on the reverse of each is corresponding?

It’s a struggle to get the coins out. Right now I’m trying pressing down on one side and using a small plastic knife to get under the capsule. Not sure pressing down does any good but seems logical!

Also seems to me the Union Shield on the reverse is not symmetrical on the edges. The lateral stripes length should be equal. Either that or I need new eyeglasses.

Appreciate feedback.

By: Stuart Wheeler

Stuart Wheeler — Mon, 03 Nov 2014 13:33:09 +0000

VERY, VERY VERY carefully with my fingers; if I failed that, I would use a pointed small knife. As stated earlier, I’ve ordered a second set to see if I would get a normal enhanced 2014-S Kennedy.

By: Jp

Jp — Sun, 02 Nov 2014 14:15:25 +0000

StuartW. How did did pop those coins out of the packaging without wrecking anything?

By: Stuart Wheeler

Stuart Wheeler — Sun, 02 Nov 2014 12:41:37 +0000

Received my 4 coin set just yesterday (Nov. 1st) and I was impressed overall with the quality of the silver pieces. HOWEVER, I have an issue with the 2014-S enhanced unc. coin: The obverse is enhanced but on the reverse, the enhanced details just are not there; it’s all uniform uncirculated luster similar to what would be found on the reverse of a MS68 Morgan silver dollar from San Francisco. I guess I’m the only one as luck would have it to have an oddball in the set, although, I won’t return it. I might order a second set if they’re still for sale. For what it’s worth….

By: James

James — Sun, 02 Nov 2014 03:12:49 +0000

HAAA! I gotta send in my 2 cents…. get it? Hehe, My two that I ordered hour and a half confirmed another hour said it shipped….. BUMBUMBUM, is sittin in my post office baba. I b pickin it up Monday.
Though, you all were correct, when stating, “this also has been one of my most convenient purchases, presented to me the purchaser!”
Here’s the pickel I just heared that matching grade inside the 4 back is very difficult, IF a good 68, 69, or really rare 70?? Anybody hear that?

By: Victor DeCurtis

Victor DeCurtis — Sat, 01 Nov 2014 15:52:01 +0000

I received mine, yesterday, Oct. 31, 2014. I haven’t opened the outer box, yet. I’m waiting to actually hear from Mike Unser, that there is no way, nor will there be, any separate offerings of individual coins. As to price: even an MS coin from a roll will cost $22-$25 and there is shipping. This set has FOUR individually minted coins, each with a different look and mint mark, hand minted, one at a time, encapsulated and put into a special presentation box, for $24.75, a coin and a measly $4.95 shipping and handling. Now, tell us again, how expensive the mint coins are, vs the everyday, run of the mill, silver eagles. Methinks, thou doth protest, too much! Enjoy your sets, we all got a great deal!

By: Jp

Jp — Fri, 31 Oct 2014 20:33:38 +0000

I just received my sets also. Fastest I have ever got anything from the mint. The presentation package is HUGE! A little bit too big for my taste. I suppose they had to justify the price somehow! Very very nice coins though. These big mint packaging pieces take up too much room for me.
Thanks EO for the education on the “Hubbing”. I guess if I could figure out a way to wrench these coins out of the packaging, I might be able to see if my coins have the same problem. Ideas anyone…?

By: Shawn

Shawn — Fri, 31 Oct 2014 20:01:09 +0000

Ordered tuesday at 12:02 and had zero problems. Notified at 7:00 pm they were shipped. Just received today- friday at 12:30pm. Absolutely gorgeous coins, great presentation and superior service in every way. A+ US Mint.