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The mintage has now been set at just 15,000—half the 30,000 limit for each of the first three Best of the Mint releases. I realize the price will put it beyond many collectors' budgets, but I am surprised the Mint chose to lower the mintage for what is arguably the most anticipated release in the series. The set features a high-relief, one-ounce 24-karat gold reissue of the legendary 1804 Draped Bust dollar, paired with a one-ounce silver companion medal. The gold coin retains the original-style edge lettering and includes a special Liberty Bell "250" privy mark commemorating the nation's 250th anniversary. https://www.usmint.gov/best-of-the-...t-26BM4.htmlDoes anyone know if these are available at the mint stores? Do you think it will be a sell-out? |
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I think in this instance, it will sell out base on speculation that this design didn't came out in 2016, and people going to bust their credit card limit to get a hold on one of these, and sell on the secondary market to make a quick profit.
The medal design on the obverse has a up to date modern portrait of miss liberty that I think looks refining compared to the gold coin, which I like it very much, the reverse earth with the cloud element and eagle also has a up to date feel, but the sun rays could have been done better, so that it doesn't cut into the text around it.
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08/04/2026 3:47 pm
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United States
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I will be in line for this one.
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I like the looks of this set, but I have to pass
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United States
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I'm on the fence with this one. Always been a fan of the draped bust design but having trouble justifying forking out $6k (guessing). If it was proof finish that might be enough to tilt me towards purchasing. On the other hand $6k could buy a nice non-details real draped bust dollar in a slab (not an 1804...).
That medal is pretty sweet, wish they were available separate. I wonder what the medals only will go for in the aftermarket.
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08/05/2026 07:59 am
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On the other hand $6k could buy a nice non-details real draped bust dollar in a slab (not an 1804...). I agree. Money better spent.  Quote:
That medal is pretty sweet, wish they were available separate. Indeed.  Quote:
I wonder what the medals only will go for in the aftermarket. I will definitely be looking for them in the future. |
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I haven't purchased anything in a long time. I was thinking to take a swing at this one, but it sounds like it's going to be difficult.
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A mighty big swing. Good luck!   |
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Walking liberty price just got posted at $2775 a little better than I thought but they aren't going to sell out at that price.
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Walking liberty price just got posted at $2775 Quote:
a little better than I thought but they aren't going to sell out at that price. Agreed. |
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I don't think the USM is helping themselves by cutting the mintage for BOM4. If people wanting the set of 5 don't get it will they still buy BOM5? I also think many are standing by for BOM4 and BOM5 as keys, that if they get them may go back and pick up the others, which are gathering dust on the mint's shelves. Lastly the cut in mintage for BOM4 and BOM5 is bound to draw speculation/dreaded bots, which will jam things up, leave those with BOM1,2, and 3 out of luck and add to disgust with the USM and their decisions.
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Lastly the cut in mintage for BOM4 and BOM5 is bound to draw speculation/dreaded bots, which will jam things up, leave those with BOM1,2, and 3 out of luck and add to disgust with the USM and their decisions. Don't put that out in the world! There would be some really really unhappy people! |
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Don't put that out in the world! There would be some really really unhappy people!  |
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Anybody else planning on [trying to] getting one of these today? The price of gold has gone up something like $500 since this thread was started and the current price for the set looks to be an eye-watering $5,740.
I definitely want to complete the set and am hoping to get one. With a mintage of only 15,000, I'm a bit nervous, but hopefully the high cost will keep the hordes at bay...
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You are a brave man.  Good luck.  |
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Posted 08/04/2026 3:36 pm
