US Mint coinsThe ending to October sales had some style, according to the latest United States Mint coin sales figures. Collectors purchased just enough to cause certain numismatic products to hit some milestones, starting with a golden sell out.

The individual one ounce 2010-W Proof Gold Eagle sold out after the last 3,698 were purchased. The individual ounce arrived at its product limit of 25,000 only three weeks after its debut, and the Mint’s standby or waiting list option is now in affect for it. As for the fractional sizes and the Four-Coin Sets, they will remain on the market much longer.
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US Mint coinsThere were a few unusual highlights in the latest United States Mint coin sales figures. Overall, sales were mixed. Proof gold coin demand fell while bullion gold climbed. Sets experienced a comeback, while one of them sold out.

First Spouse Gold coin sales only moved by 54 after gaining 539 in the last round. In fact, the uncirculated Buchanan Liberty was reduced by -29. A few collectors picked up some Proof Gold American Eagles, but not as many as before, and even fewer enthusiasts bought the Proof Buffalo gold coins. [click to continue…]

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US Mint coinsThere were not many movers and shakers in the latest United States Mint sales figures. Sales were slow overall, but the highlights included a single First Spouse coin takeover, a revival of one of the oldest sets, and a silver Eagle milestone.

First Spouse Gold coins have not been one of the strongest selling items in the Mint’s portfolio, but there was one standout in the most recent report. Collectors bought 108 more Margaret Taylor uncirculated coins than Buchanan’s Liberty proof coins, which had been the top seller since its release on September 2. [click to continue…]

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US Mint coinsTwo important activities occurred. First, bullion coins really took off in this round of sales figures. Second, the 2010 Proof American Gold Eagle coins made their debut on the charts in style.

Gold and silver Eagles soared compared to their sluggish performance in the prior week. Bullion gold Eagles surged 38,000 but silver Eagles picked up 835,000 between the two Wednesdays. Now the silver’s grand total for the year reached 26,830,500 which is 1,936,000 from topping the highest ever record for the series, made in 2009.

The Proof Gold Eagles came out blazing with an overall total of 33,025 items being sold. The one ounce proof led the pack with 13,980 while the 4-Coin Set came in second with 7,147. It will be interesting to see what will happen to sales in the next round. For more details, see 2010 Proof Gold Eagle Debuting Coin Sales Figures.

The latest US Mint sales stats are always added on Coin Sales Figures throughout the week. The following articles, however, provide detailed insights and analysis about the latest changes. [click to continue…]

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2010-W American Gold Eagle Proof Coin

The United States Mint on Tuesday released its latest weekly sales report. The standout numbers in it are the opening figures for 2010 Proof American Gold Eagles. Demand for them was high, better than in 2008 when the proofs were last issued.

The US Mint released five products featuring the eagles on Thursday, October 7, 2010. Coin collectors purchased a total of nearly 58.7 thousand coins during the first four days (up through Sunday), as shown in the following table: [click to continue…]

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US Mint coinsMost news coverage demonstrated how American Eagle bullion coin demand slowed down. Although the Silver Eagles approached the 26 million milestone, the Mint raised the premiums that its authorized purchasers would have to pay.

Another James Buchanan coin product hit the charts, the $1 Coin Cover. It sold 16K, while his $1 and First Spouse Medal Set sold 941 and his Liberty Gold Coin sold 443.

The 2010 United States Mint Proof Set remained strong and so did the Silver Proof Set. Both topped set sales.

Disabled American Veterans commemorative coin demand eased.

The latest US Mint sales stats are always added on Coin Sales Figures throughout the week. The following articles, however, provide detailed insights and analysis about the latest changes.
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First Spouse Gold Coins took a surprising leap ahead with their combined increase of 1,238, while Boy Scout and Disabled Veteran silver commemorative sales slowed down.

The Boy Scout coins picked up more than 23,000 combined, and the Disabled Veteran coins rose by more than 3,000. Last week their totals were nearly 52,000 and 7,000.

The newest 2010 product to hit the charts was the new Lincoln Cent Two Roll Sets. More than 45,000 sold in the first four days.

The latest US Mint sales stats are always added on Coin Sales Figures throughout the week. The following articles, however, provide detailed insights and analysis about the latest changes.
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Boy Scout coins are still very favorable among collectors and many other Americans. Sales climbed by another 51,000 in one week’s time. Another popular item was the Veteran’s Disabled for Life coins. They rose by 7,000.

Presidential $1 Proof Sets bounced back after last week’s negative adjustment of -31,000. The sets advanced by 8,000, according to the last US Mint sale report.

The latest US Mint sales stats are always added on Coin Sales Figures throughout the week. The following articles, however, provide detailed insights and analysis about the latest changes.
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Gold and silver numismatic product sales were mixed, according to the latest US Mint sales figures. Buffalo proof coins faired better than all of the First Spouse coins combined, and the 18-coin Silver Proof Set climbed above both of them. In fact, the silver set climbed above its prior two week gains. More than a dozen products enjoyed gains above last week’s report, and many of them were annual proof sets.

The Disabled American Veteran Silver Dollars continued to sell strong, tacking on another 16,000 proofs and 5,000 uncirculated. The new 2010 Presidential $1 Coin Proof Set was the second biggest seller of the week, adding another 15,000 to its total.

The latest US Mint sales stats are always added on Coin Sales Figures throughout the week. The following articles, however, provide detailed insights and analysis about the latest changes.
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Collector product sales slowed down as a group in this round of figures from the US Mint. The biggest seller, however, was the commemorative American Veterans Disabled for Life Silver Dollar. More than 24,000 proofs and 8,000 uncirculated versions sold during the week.

The closest competitor to the Veterans coins was the 2010 Presidential $1 Coin Proof Sets. Its weekly sales increased by 11,741, but in prior weeks it had been as high as 25,512 and 76,526.

In the gold products, American Buffalo Proof coins slid from last week’s 413 down to 384. First Spouse gold coins cut back even more by decelerating from 507 to 193.

The latest US Mint sales stats are always added on Coin Sales Figures throughout the week. The following articles, however, provide detailed insights and analysis about the latest changes.
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