are "unopened" US mint sets really unopened?

Discussion in 'US Coins Forum' started by zaneman, Oct 4, 2005.

  1. zaneman

    zaneman Former Moderator

    I recently bought an "unopened" 1956 proof set for 18 dollars, but I was wondering if these things are often opened, and then resealed? I haven't opened mine yet, but I still get the feeling that these things must be too good to be true. Any thoughts on this?
     
    zaneman, Oct 4, 2005
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  3. Speedy

    Speedy Researching Coins Supporter

    Some are and some are fakes....one way it can be done is to print your own envelope with a printer...and the other is to reseal it after its open....

    Speedy
     
    Speedy, Oct 4, 2005
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  4. zaneman

    zaneman Former Moderator

    Is there a good way to tell if it is an authentic unopened set?
     
    zaneman, Oct 4, 2005
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  5. Speedy

    Speedy Researching Coins Supporter

    I have never heard of a way...I have opened the ones I get that are sealed...just in case.

    Speedy
     
    Speedy, Oct 4, 2005
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  6. GDJMSP

    GDJMSP Numismatist Moderator

    We've had a lot of discussion about that - do a search.
     
    GDJMSP, Oct 4, 2005
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  7. zaneman

    zaneman Former Moderator

    Forgot to search this topic. Lots of good info from it. Thanks.
     
    zaneman, Oct 4, 2005
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