Comments on: Previewing 2010 Boy Scouts Silver Dollar Coins

By: BETTY MAHNESMITH

BETTY MAHNESMITH — Mon, 18 Oct 2010 23:55:40 +0000

CAN YOU TELL MEWHERE TO GEWT THE COIN AND HOW MUCH IT COST?

By: Mike

Mike — Sun, 11 Apr 2010 20:12:20 +0000

I agree with a comment made a little earlier. I’m a proud Eagle Scout and I would really love to have a coin to remember the organization by. But the current pricing is way too expensive. Just not worth it

By: Coin Update Staff

Coin Update Staff — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 18:55:39 +0000

The proof version has mirrored background fields and frosted raised elements, which create a cameo like effect. The coins do have a black and white appearance (black mirrored background and white frosted raised elements).

The uncirculated version has a uniform satin like finish.

By: Alex

Alex — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 01:38:47 +0000

What is the difference between the “uncirculated” and the “proof” coins. On the US Mints website, the Proof coin shows a diagonal line across with the lower half show in black. Does the coin look this way in actuallity?

By: Mike

Mike — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 14:37:38 +0000

If the US Gov Mint really wanted to celibrate Boy Scouts, they should have made the coin for regular circulation. I know that the Scouts may get some proceeds from the sale of these coins but I bet the Marketing and PR would generate more signups, which in turn would generate more revenue for the scouts then the sale as a collection piece. Just a feeling. Also many current and former scouts I bet would like the coin but its price tag puts it out of their reach. Its about the kids. If you are not in scouting then the 100th aniversary is not known to the general public. At least the US Post Office has the right idea. They are releasing a stamp, which I believe is standard pricing.

IMO Current Webelos I Den leader.

By: Coin Update Staff

Coin Update Staff — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:39:29 +0000

Regarding the design choice, there were a number of other alternatives prepared, which can be viewed here:

http://mintnewsblog.blogspot.com/2009/11/upcoming-commemorative-coin-programs.html

The authorizing legislation for the coin stated: “the design of the coins shall be emblematic of 100 years of the largest youth organization in the United States, the Boy Scouts of America.”

The design was selected by the United States Treasury Secretary after consultation with the Chief Executive of the Boy Scouts of America and the Commission of Fine Arts, as well as review by the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee.

The recommendations of the CFA and CCAC are known.

The CCAC had favored a design featuring a scout in 1910 uniform extending a hand to a scout in modern uniform. The CFA had favored a design of a scout and adviser on a rock ledge and the scouts saluting design (the design actually selected).

By: Alfred

Alfred — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 00:02:46 +0000

Critical thinking should be always one of core values of Boy Scots. So I like the first question.

Actually I still can’t get it. Any logical explanation will be very appreciated.

Thanks

By: Mark

Mark — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 02:57:21 +0000

Political correctness has nothing to do with it. Young women have been members of Exploring and Venturing in the BSA for many years.

By: Bryon

Bryon — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 21:13:43 +0000

I just can’t get over the fact that the “Boy Scouts” have to include a girl on the coin. It may be politically correct but it just doesn’t go with the title of “Boy Scouts.”