25th Anniversary ASE Set Smell

I just opened up my set to check (for about the hundredth time) and I did not notice a smell just holding it. However, if I put my nose up close and took a good sniff, I think I know what you mean. However, I kind of like the smell. But I also like the smell of fresh paint. Since I really like the packaging, I would never consider taking the coins out permanently (or getting them slabbed). However, you could leave it open in a cool and dry place to air it out. Moist or hot temperatures are not good for coins.

It's the smell of MONEY!

I love the smell the 25th sets give off. It has toned down a bit since they were new.

It is a nice smell, at least I thought so. It is paint I believe.

Now look what you have done, I had to get mine out and sniff. still stinks