Rick
Thanks again for this method trying to figure out the 25 uncirculated set

Yep, it’s a hard pass on the “Mount Removed” coin. Your jewelry speculation is interesting. The gold dollar is tiny – smaller than a dime or the 1/10 ounce AGE. It makes sense that such a small coin would be used in fine jewelry. Makes one wonder what will happen to those quarters once they’re taken out of Mint ornaments?

As for Ms. Gibson’s nearly five-month old, forward-looking video comments about the Mint and the coming Semiquincentennial, my response is familiar to anyone who has followed “The Simpsons” over the past four decades – D’OH!

“did you get the primo, heavy catalogues via USPS?”

I did. They made me feel like a VIP, baby! S&B has a couple of 1854-S dollars (Lots 10034 & 10035) up in Session 11. One is cleaned, and the other is “Mount Removed” (whatever that means—maybe the coin was glued to something for display?). I may hold my fire this time and find something I like more.

I’ve grown quite fond of that lady with the tall forehead and flowing hair. I wasn’t a big fan of the design before the release, but I’ve been converted.

I see that now, it’s in the “Rarities Night” auction.(did you get the primo, heavy catalogues via USPS?) Just look at some of those coins on the Proof page of coins linked below. I wish I had bought Privy #13, it’s nicer than mine(#32)by a smidge? Maybe not #13 Privy, that spells bad luck?
https://auctions.stacksbowers.com/auctions/3-1H6YVQ/spring-2025-showcase-auction-session-3-rarities-night-lots-3001-3253?limit=36&coin_finish=1-11DK0
Here’s a tri-salute(FH pic)to Ventris and gang for coin design of the year in ’24…
Take care Ms V……

Rich,
Back at you for all of your facts & figures that you post.
Imagine having that “in stock” URL before and during the FHG sale!?
First, you’d discover that less than 8000 coins would be available to you and the public?
Secondly, if you were to refresh the page every 20 seconds, bye bye within 2-4 min, wow.
From what I can tell, the page updates nearly simultaneous with outgoing orders? That’s how I took it the day that I watched the ’25 clad Proof mint sets as I refreshed the page throughout the day. I’m looking forward to using that page for the next $50 Proof Buff, and the $1 Florida coins for a test.
Congrats on scoring the FHG on day 1 @ Mint price, thumbs up!

Rick, and thanks again for having your pulse on the 2024 FHG release and sharing that real-time, actionable information with us here at CoinNews. The FHG coin was the highlight of the year for the US Mint and it’s 2024 Coin of the Year in my book.

Many thanks for the information, E 1.

Reb,

I also recommend doing a careful inspection of the coin under lighted magnification before dipping. Haze and toning almost always dip away. But, dark PVC, water spots, carbon spots, and glue spots are next to impossible to get rid of.

I hope this helps.

REB,

I would recommend sooner rather than later as toning is a growing process. Also, practice with a junk silver coin first to develop a handling technique. Always use tongs when dipping. Hold the coin by the edges when drying. I prefer Speed Dip for silver proofs. It is fast and quick. Just a two second dip. Always rinse in distilled water from the grocery store. Haze is easy to remove. Spots can be a different story. I use Badger Propellent with a tap to dry proofs. Never tilt the can. Always keep the can upright when drying a coin. Think clean room chemistry as it is a sensitive chemical process. I use a small amount of dip solution in the first bowl. Followed by three full bowls of distilled water. Dip 1, Dip 2, Dip 3, Dip 4, roll the coin on the edge on a highly absorbent towel, blow off the coin carefully on both sides, and then place the coin on another highly absorbent towel to dry and cover. I clean and replenish all 4 bowls with each coin I dip. Always wear a mask for safety and spittle reasons. The Coin Wizard sells everything online. Below is a pic of my coin dip process. I will try to find a video for you that I can agree with. The TPGs have never body bagged or designated a single coin that I have dipped as cleaned.

Rick, do you have anything to add?