This little article drew my attention to a set that may be of interest to my fellow numismatists. Take a look at the article here: http://mintnewsblog.blogspot.com/2009/01/double-prosperity-set-good-buy.html And here is further info from the USMint: http://catalog.usmint.gov/webapp/wc...ctId=14560&langId=-1&parent_category_rn=14239 It is not in my budget to acquire one now, but if I were "loaded" I may pull that trigger.
One of the guys in my local coin club bought one and brought it in for me to look at after I told him that I was really interested in the set. It is absolutely gorgeous up close. The display box has to be one of the best display cases the mint has ever produced. I would love to own one as well. Maybe if they are still around after tax season, I may get one if I get a return.
so we should buy it you think? GD where are you come here and shed some light i am a little low on funds
That is an awesome set. Don't know if I have the money right now for that. But, it seems like a great way to get two 1/2 oz. gold coins.
Here is some updated info from elain1907's post in the UHR thread that is pretty relevant, imo. Prosperity Set - 7,360 (will sell out this week) 2008 W American Gold Eagle 1/2 oz. unc. - 12,718 (very near sell out, part of prosperity set and single 1/2 oz). 2008 W American Gold Buffalo 1/2 oz unc. - 16,960 (will sell out this week, part of prosperity set).
That works out to what, $245 for the box? It's a nice box, but is it that nice? Though I'd love this thing if the premium wasn't so much. I'd be willing to pay maybe a 10% premium or so... but not more than that.
there you have done it. people dont like it when i give out bad news its easier to swallow coming from you for some reason reminds me that common sense is not a common thing
Is it really only $980? The 1/2 ounce buffalo has been sold out for months and is going for a premium. I've seen it sell for $600 raw. So for $380 for a 1/2 2008 w gold eagle ....not to shabby.
