This just in... The much anticipated (lol) third release of the "Destiny" series The SHIELD" is now available for preorders. Link to site below. https://thedestinycoin.com/collections/the-shield-audentes-fortuna-iuvat I really like the series, so I will no doubt get one. The previous two in the series, (Raven, Dragon) were very nice in hand, and I expect this one to be the same. The mintage will be the same as the 1rst two... 10,000-BU 2,500-proof 2500-antiqued 100-first strike 3pc. set (1rst 100 struck) with number matched COA These share the same reverse, and IMO, are better looking and more detailed, with higher relief than the "Queens Beast" series (where's #4 ???) But cost a little more usually. Just a heads up for those interested.
Who said they are the least desirable? That is my current buying rule if I ever buy silver again, only made it after I got sick of stuff with the Queen on it. Congrats on your mercury head collection, I remember when I was a young pup stacking 90% dimes with my lunch money.
Here's a newer round to wake this thread up. Man, this bullion forum has been quiet lately. ??? This round is prooflike, (the pics don't show it) and extremely well detailed for a generic silver round.
Here is a nice piece I picked up not knowing anything about it other then I had never seen one before. On the rim MEDALLIC ART Co. N.Y. .999+ Pure Silver.
I will be staying FAR FAR away from the queens beast 2oz series. After receiving one of these and for what was paid for a premium, this is not acceptable. The entire edge of the coin is pitted and is visible without a loupe.
Here is the first (4) released thus far, of the queens beast 2 oz. silver coins... Lion, Griffin, Dragon, and Unicorn... All share this reverse...
Is that the reverse for a proof or the new 2018? The reverse for my beast is a non-geometric dimple field.