Have you completed a mini set of coins 1 1

[VKurtB]

So I see the “logic” (?) of two as a minimum for a mini set. But what is a reasonable upper limit? How many is too many to be mini? I’ve completed some ginormous sets, hundreds of coins, and I know they’re out. But what about a set between about 15-20 or so?

Edited July 16, 2021 by VKurtB

[James Zyskowski]

Ok stop it. Geez. Give, present ,award ,stop nit picking. Dang. 2 states entered into the union in 1959. 2 coins tokens whatever were minted   Also what your seeing my friend VKurtB is not only the rabbit hole syndrome but the “gunna own somebody,anybody especially if it’s for no particular reason other than meanness. Truly ashame. 

[James Zyskowski]

On 7/15/2021 at 7:02 PM, VKurtB said:

So I see the “logic” (?) of two as a minimum for a mini set. But what is a reasonable upper limit? How many is too many to be mini? I’ve completed some ginormous sets, hundreds of coins, and I know they’re out. But what about a set between about 15-20 or so?

Posed this question to my associate and he suggested something like a short set of ase’s example:  2017 S proof to current. They run in a row. Addition of earlier ase’s S mint mark proofs  will complete set     Simple things like that. Maybe just reverse proof ase’s. Maybe reverse proof innovation dollars. Pre 1982 pennies back to first Lincoln memorial reverse. 

[Henri Charriere]

On 7/15/2021 at 9:02 PM, VKurtB said:

But what about a set between about 15-20 or so?

Like Olive Oyl  [of Popeye the Sailor Man] would say: "That's me all over!"

As I believe I've made abundantly clear to all on this Forum (to the point of irritation and nausea) 🐓 collectors refer to the easier of the 16-coins to collect -- "restrikes" in the U.S.; "redistributed" in France 🇫🇷 (1907-1914) --  as the "short set."  The earlier, more difficult to find coins (1899-1906) are referred to as the "originals," minted and distributed during the years displayed on the coins.

Edited July 17, 2021 by Quintus Arrius
Wrong bracket used.

[VKurtB]

On 7/16/2021 at 4:12 PM, James Zyskowski said:

Posed this question to my associate and he suggested something like a short set of ase’s example:  2017 S proof to current. They run in a row. Addition of earlier ase’s S mint mark proofs  will complete set     Simple things like that. Maybe just reverse proof ase’s. Maybe reverse proof innovation dollars. Pre 1982 pennies back to first Lincoln memorial reverse. 

Covers a lot of possibilities. 

[VKurtB]

On 7/16/2021 at 6:55 PM, Quintus Arrius said:

Like Olive Oyl  [of Popeye the Sailor Man] would say: "That's me all over!"

As I believe I've made abundantly clear to all on this Forum (to the point of irritation and nausea) 🐓 collectors refer to the easier of the 16-coins to collect -- "restrikes" in the U.S.; "redistributed" in France 🇫🇷 (1907-1914) --  as the "short set."  The earlier, more difficult to find coins (1899-1906) are referred to as the "originals," minted and distributed during the years displayed on the coins.

I was thinking of you when I asked. The U.S. modern equivalent is the SBA set. By the way, I see MegaRed Volume 7 recognizes an SBA dollar variety that I hadn’t seen discussed before anywhere - a 1980-S proof with a repunched mint mark. Did I miss it before, or is this a new one to find?

[Hoghead515]

Forgot to say also I got the Pride of 2 nations set. I think I showed it on another thread but here it is again. I love this set. Was thinking about trying to get the same 2 coins again released by Canada but what's the use. It's in NGCs set registry. I done have the American released ones. Rather spend my money on trying to complete my Washington quarter run. 

[Hoghead515]

On 7/16/2021 at 10:06 PM, Hoghead515 said:

Forgot to say also I got the Pride of 2 nations set. I think I showed it on another thread but here it is again. I love this set. Was thinking about trying to get the same 2 coins again released by Canada but what's the use. It's in NGCs set registry. I done have the American released ones. Rather spend my money on trying to complete my Washington quarter run. 

What do they mean by Modified Proof on the Canada coin? I could probably look it up but I like making conversation. I enjoy talking to all of you all. I've learned a whole lot on here. I really appreciate all the knowledge everyone has shared with me. 

[James Zyskowski]

On 7/15/2021 at 7:02 PM, VKurtB said:

So I see the “logic” (?) of two as a minimum for a mini set. But what is a reasonable upper limit? How many is too many to be mini? I’ve completed some ginormous sets, hundreds of coins, and I know they’re out. But what about a set between about 15-20 or so?

Posed this question to my associate and he suggested something like a short set of ase’s example:  2017 S proof to current. They run in a row. Addition of earlier ase’s S mint mark proofs  will complete set     Simple things like that. Maybe just reverse proof ase’s. Maybe reverse proof innovation dollars. Pre 1982 pennies back to first Lincoln memorial reverse. 

[James Zyskowski]

1. Modified proof maple has little maple leaves all over the fields and a special pattern. Here’s my Canadian set 

[Henri Charriere]

@James Zyskowski  I never would have guessed that in a thousand years.

[James Zyskowski]

On 7/16/2021 at 8:06 PM, Hoghead515 said:

Forgot to say also I got the Pride of 2 nations set. I think I showed it on another thread but here it is again. I love this set. Was thinking about trying to get the same 2 coins again released by Canada but what's the use. It's in NGCs set registry. I done have the American released ones. Rather spend my money on trying to complete my Washington quarter run. 

If you like the looks of these you are not alone. We flipped when we saw the eagle especially. We picked up 2012-&-2013 2coin ase sets. They go by on eBay fairly reasonably inexpensive and wow the coins are really beautiful. 

[Lem E]

That 2013 SP ENHANCED FINISH ASE is the best looking of the series IMO. 

[Fenntucky Mike]

On 7/16/2021 at 9:05 PM, VKurtB said:

By the way, I see MegaRed Volume 7 recognizes an SBA dollar variety that I hadn’t seen discussed before anywhere - a 1980-S proof with a repunched mint mark. Did I miss it before, or is this a new one to find?

Huh, I had not heard of this either but apparently this RPM has been known for sometime having been noted by Bowers. It's not currently recognized by the major TPGs and is supposedly rare. I've added it to my mental want list and I'll be keeping any eye out for it now.

[J P M]

On 7/17/2021 at 7:38 AM, Fenntucky Mike said:

Huh, I had not heard of this either but apparently this RPM has been known for sometime having been noted by Bowers. It's not currently recognized by the major TPGs and is supposedly rare. I've added it to my mental want list and I'll be keeping any eye out for it now.

So what are we are looking for Mike? This is a 1980 Proof set SBA, This is as close as I can get with the scope most mint marks on proofs look bad anyway  and this is still keeping with the thread I have 79,80 and 81 as a mini collection because of the different mint marks for all 3 years 

[Fenntucky Mike]

On 7/17/2021 at 8:50 AM, J P Mashoke said:

So what are we are looking for Mike? This is a 1980 Proof set SBA, This is as close as I can get with the scope most mint marks on proofs look bad anyway  and this is still keeping with the thread I have 79,80 and 81 as a mini collection because of the different mint marks for all 3 years 

I'm not sure of the diagnostics yet JP, I'll be doing some digging on this over the weekend. I don't have Mega Red Vol 7, so I'm not sure what their description is or if they even have one.

[VKurtB]

On 7/17/2021 at 6:38 AM, Fenntucky Mike said:

Huh, I had not heard of this either but apparently this RPM has been known for sometime having been noted by Bowers. It's not currently recognized by the major TPGs and is supposedly rare. I've added it to my mental want list and I'll be keeping any eye out for it now.

Oh boy. Now we get to rummage through 1980 sets, too. /eye roll To be clear, this is the edition of MegaRed that goes into an especially deep dive on all dollar coins. It’s “their turn”.

i just happened to fall onto this page while looking for something else. Wizard may still have promo pricing on MegaRed. 

Edited July 17, 2021 by VKurtB

[James Zyskowski]

On 7/17/2021 at 9:19 AM, VKurtB said:

Oh boy. Now we get to rummage through 1980 sets, too. /eye roll

Dang it where are those sets. Did I get some when I was younger and buying graded sba’s. Probably. VKurtB you’ve sent us on a treasure hunt   Thank you!  

[VKurtB]

On 7/17/2021 at 10:28 AM, James Zyskowski said:

Dang it where are those sets. Did I get some when I was younger and buying graded sba’s. Probably. VKurtB you’ve sent us on a treasure hunt   Thank you!  

I’m going to drag out “MR7” and share some comments on this coin here.

[VKurtB]

Okay, Cherrypickers Guide seems to be the source cited. Its Fivaz Stanton number is FS-C1-1980S-501.  The remnants of a previously punched S appear to the left and slightly below the primary mint mark. The separation is pretty good, so we’re not talking serious optics needed here. But it’s not a full S with full height off the fields, it’s almost like “rubble”. As Mike said, none have been reported certified.

Why do I feel like I’m going down a rabbit hole? This mini set is getting less mini.

Edited July 17, 2021 by VKurtB

[James Zyskowski]

VKurtB.  Seems to me that some gold mines start as little holes in the ground. Dig on. You’ll be ok because you seem to be able to tell poop from shine-ola. Just because rabbits are prolific breeders and dig alot of holes doesn’t mean you can’t get lucky 

[VKurtB]

On 7/17/2021 at 11:22 AM, James Zyskowski said:

VKurtB.  Seems to me that some gold mines start as little holes in the ground. Dig on. You’ll be ok because you seem to be able to tell poop from shine-ola. Just because rabbits are prolific breeders and dig alot of holes doesn’t mean you can’t get lucky 

Actually, I grew up near the Kiwi products factory.  I almost never see Shine-ola. Am I in danger of polishing my shoes with, umm, the other stuff?

[James Zyskowski]

Absolutely not. They have a very different smell and purpose. Now dig on and remember the only thing we have to fear is stepping in it