… and just like that, the Mint added the June 5 release date of the AGE uncirculated. Admittedly, I’m not a buyer of this coin but the 7,500 mintage with a household limit of 3 sounds doable. Then again, the 2024 version didn’t make it to 3,000.

Keep the reveals coming U.S. Mint. I’m waiting with baited breath.

Deputy Director McNally:

If you’re reading this, it’s time to update the “Upcoming 2025 Releases” page of the Mint’s website. I see that in the last 48 hours a June 3 update has appeared for Dr. Vera Rubin quarter rolls and bags. But, none of the Summer releases have been updated in weeks.

It is difficult for a collector to plan for a particular item if it is unknown when the item will be released, what the item looks like, what the mintage will be, and whether the item will even be released at all. Further, it’s hard to believe that this intentional or unintentional secrecy is serving any constructive purpose to promote the Mint, its products and its mission.

I look forward to a thorough update of the Mint’s page soon. Thank you for your service to the Mint and its numismatic program.

REB

PS:
Production of Circulating, Bullion, and Numi coinage looks to be 100% uninterrupted from what I see. But, I’m not an analyst…

With that said, I sent the USM a question:

“Hello, Who is the acting Mint Director at this time? Who is in charge with making decisions with regard to Circulating, Bullion, and Numismatic Coin Production at this time? Ms Gibson left many weeks ago. Thanks!”

“This letter is in response to your recent correspondence to the United States Mint.
 We apologize for any inconvenience this has caused.
 Please be advised that the United States Mint Acting Director is Kristie McNally. For more information about Kristie McNally click the link.”

Kristie McNally was the Deputy Director of the USM, and appears to be qualified to keep things going until Trump sends Congress his nominee for a new Director.

REB,
If The Mint Director’s sig must be used for an upcoming releases’ COA, and the Director is gone, maybe the temporary replacement would suffice? If a COA sig is just an added flair of legitimacy and not legally required, then maybe they have the option to just omit the sig?

Hmm makes sense on Ariana. I was reading a short on Clint Eastwood and it referred to him as “ Clinton” Eastwood…..AI human call him Clinton ….

My main beef is inconsistent application of the limit. Some go over as pointed herein. Other hot items don’t make it, sold to APs & now cut short Willy Billy even. Whatever they want cause that’s the way it always been.

Reb, try this link instead. Shortening the web link apparently wasn’t a good idea. This one will show you the results I mentioned above. Or you can copy and paste the following, with or without quote marks into the title field of the previous link I provided. “Commemorative Coins of the United States a Complete Encyclopedia”

https://www.abebooks.com/servlet/SearchResults?cm_sp=plpafe-_-all-_-hard&an=bowers%20david&attrs=hc&bi=h&ds=5&sortby=17&tn=commemorative%20coins%20united%20states

Interestingly, the COA had the signature of (Former) Director Gibson. I’m sure the paperwork for the order had been completed before her “retirement” but it was a little strange to get a coin from an already departed Mint official.

The episode made me wonder about two things: 1) When was the last time a past Mint official’s signature appeared on a COA? Is the practice common? I would imagine that the transition between directors is usually smoother; and 2) Could Gibson’s exit have stopped the process of COA production? After all, has a new Mint Director been announced? Who would sign a COA at this point? Assistant Director? Coiner? Chief Assayist? The President? Speaker of the House? Big Balls of DOGE? Seems to me it may be a long while before production ramps up again. I hope I’m wrong.

Reb, you are very welcome and I’m glad you find the research and information I relay helpful! Don’t wait! There are 4 viable copies available at Abe Books. There are 3 used copies of, “Commemorative Coins of the United States: A Complete Encyclopedia (Hardcover)” ranging from $45-$101.78 listed as, in VG(Very Good) condition available. There is also one listed as New for $126.10. All four sellers use “stock” images, so there isn’t an opportunity to “cherry pick” for condition. So go with price or gut feeling, however don’t wait, would be my advice! You want and need this book and I believe you’ll find the investment worthwhile. Enjoy the book and your latest coin purchases!

Sincerely,
CaliSkier

PS There are also paperbacks available for less money, however we all know how those hold up over time and use. Not a significant savings($10) in soft cover, more wear(Good cond. vs VG) and a new one will run you $253.42!
PSS By the way, Amazon was approx in the same price range, however a tiny bit more expensive.

https://www.abebooks.com/servlet/SearchResults?