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Message:: [QUOTE="Lucky Cuss, post: 1685083, member: 44086"] I've been told and read some interesting takes on the collecting of modern (1982 onward) U.S. silver coinage (commemorative issues and, of course, the Silver Eagle program). I'd like to lay out these various assertions to get your thoughts on them.... Postulate #1 - Given the improved technology with which modern coins are struck, handled, and shipped, most graded MS69 or PF69 ought to be regarded as "impaired" and that any future numismatic premium will generally be reserved for those graded MS70 or PF70. Postulate #2 - Other than possibly the aforementioned MS70 or PF70 graded pieces, with regard to commemoratives and special Silver Eagle sets, future collectible value will accrue to those that survive in their original packaging as opposed to those that were broken out to be certified. Postulate #3 - Because they haven't been circulated, it's deceiving to compare the mintage quantities of modern issues to those of older coins (other than proofs) in judging future rarity. Very few modern issues will be truly scarce anytime soon. Postulate #4 - Special labels, as well as designations such as "early releases" or "first releases" on certified coins are so much fluff that will have at best a nominal impact on future price appreciation.[/QUOTE]