The last US Mint sales figures were a bit boring, except for a few new numbers. One ounce UHR Gold Coin figures updated from 112,065 to 115,178. That means over 3,000 sold in the final available days.
Two more standout gold numbers appeared. Buffalo Proofs rose by 1,089 this time compared to last week’s 555, and after half ounce First Spouse Gold Coins were combined, collectors purchased 407 in this report versus the prior 330.
The 2008 Annual Uncirculated Dollar Coin Set continues to sell well, adding over 1,000. Other collector sets, however, performed with less vigor than before, as many collectors are simply waiting for new 2010 products from the Mint.
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.
Gold and Silver Coin Plateau
US Mint numismatic coin sales dipped, marking the third general weekly decline in four weeks. The excitement level of the 2009-dated coins is waning as eyes begin to turn toward upcoming series, like the America the Beautiful Quarters products, 2010 Lincoln cent and 2010 silver dollars — especially the Boy Scout commemoratives. Sales were not completely sour. Last week’s rising gold and silver prices were beneficial to most …
Full Article: Gold and Silver Coin Plateau – CoinNews
First Spouse Gold Coin Sales, Margaret Taylor Proofs
The latest US Mint sales figures show another week of First Spouse Gold Coin improvements — at least in total numbers sold. New sales totaled 407 in all, beating the prior 330. Most of the individual gains were relatively small, except for one. The standout was clearly the proof Margaret Taylor gold coins. They jumped another 152 to reach 2,557 since their launch on Dec. 3, 2009. The uncirculated version also …
Full Article: First Spouse Gold Coin Sales, Margaret Taylor Proofs – FirstSpouseCoins.us
Leading Uncirculated Set and Bullion Eagles
Demand for two of the three numismatic sets currently offered by the United States Mint retreated while bullion Silver Eagles surged, according to the latest US Mint weekly sales data. It is the end of the 2009-dated eagles. The Mint sold out of their remaining inventory on Tuesday morning. Mint authorized purchasers had ordered 236,500 more since last Wednesday’s report, bringing the total sold since the beginning of 2009 to …
Full Article: Leading Uncirculated Set and Bullion Eagles – SilverCoinsToday.com
Mint Stats: UHR Gold $20 Number Gets Last Kick Up
There was a slight jump in the pace of sales for the Ultra High Relief Saint-Gaudens $20 as 2009 ended. An updated number shows sales of 115,178 coins, up by 3,113 from the number reported two weeks ago. Last week there was simply a notice that the coin had gone off sale, so all I could do was place the asterisk on the prior week’s number. Sales of 2009 silver …
Full Article: UHR Gold $20 Number Gets Last Kick Up – NumisMaster
Each of the above linking articles reference US Mint figures as of January 10.
Tables of the latest sales for US Mint collector coins are always available from Collector Coin Sales, and the prior report may be read by following 2010 US Mint Collector Coin Sales Update. Recent US Mint Bullion Coin Sales are also available.