Explore And Discover Coin Set

I am reposting my question from a different topic since it is about this set. Anyone have any idea?



In the specification on the back of the package for the planchet it says the diameter is .738 inch while the cent is .750 inch. When they mint the coin does it expand the size of the planchet, or do you think this planchet is not the actual planchets that are used to make cents?

Thanks for the answer, even if we aren't certain, that was definitely and interesting and informative article.

I picked up two. They arrived today and I must say, I am pleasantly surprised. The OGP is pretty impressive for something aimed at kids... heavy paper stock on the insert and quality printing all around.

As you know, it comes with 3 2019 uncirculated coins -- nickel, dime, cent (mine are all D) and a cent planchet. These are in thumbbuster-style folder slots on the left fold of the trifold set. One of my nickels was loose in the shipping box, but didn't seem to have been damaged, so I popped it right back in (handling with clean hands by the edges, thank you). Also included are 3 2019 proof coins -- Native American dollar, Kennedy half, and Lowell quarter. These are in capsules in a flip-up page on the center fold so you can see the reverse. The right fold has folder-style slots for the remaining 4 2019 quarter designs and a plastic magnifying glass.

The text is pretty informative and a good start for anyone getting into the hobby. It explains what uncirculated and proof coins are and how they are made. The insert has some puzzles and a decent run-down on the process of how a coin is made, from Congress to distribution.

Of course in this set we have to deal with the (IMHO) lame "Mighty Minters". But I guess they're starting to grow on me. A little.

If I need a break from doing taxes of the next couple of days I'll try to post some pics.