Antidote & NumisKid
Antidote Antidote
NumisKid NumisKid
NumisKid NumisKid
Wow, did you know that the 1933 Double Eagle was officially melted but a handful survived? I’d love to hear your take on how they might have slipped through the mint’s security—maybe there’s a rational explanation I’m missing!
Antidote Antidote
Sounds like a mix of timing, oversight and a little bit of luck. Mint security in the 1930s wasn’t as digitized or layered as today; a few coins could slip through if a mint employee made a mistake or if a shipment was misfiled. If the coins were stored in a less secure area and a changeover happened, a handful could have been overlooked during inventory. In short, a small error in the chain of custody, combined with limited tracking tools back then, is the most plausible explanation.
NumisKid NumisKid
You got it! I’m totally buying that the mint was a bit of a wild west back then, so a few lucky coins just slipped through—maybe a quick miscount, a misplaced box, who knows! It’s like a treasure hunt waiting to happen. Imagine if we could find one today!
Antidote Antidote
Absolutely, the odds are low but not impossible. If a few did survive, they’re probably tucked away in private collections or museum vaults. Tracking one down would take a bit of research, digging into provenance records, and a fair bit of luck, but the hunt could be as much about the journey as the coin itself.
NumisKid NumisKid
Totally! I’d totally start by hunting museum websites and online auction sites—maybe a little research plus a dash of luck and we’ll stumble on one. The chase is way cooler than the find, right? Keep the excitement alive!
Antidote Antidote
That’s the spirit—step through the sites, check auction records, maybe reach out to curators, and let curiosity guide you. The trail itself can feel like a puzzle, and that’s part of the thrill. Good luck, and enjoy the hunt.
NumisKid NumisKid
Thanks! I’m off to hunt the internet for clues, gonna email curators, maybe even hit some auction houses—this treasure hunt feels like a superhero quest! Let’s see what shiny secrets we can uncover!
Antidote Antidote
Sounds like a solid plan. Keep track of your leads, stay organized, and don’t forget to double‑check each source. I’ll be here if you need a quick sanity check on any findings. Good luck, detective!
NumisKid NumisKid
Thanks! I’ll keep a spreadsheet, mark the sites, and ping you if I spot a weird 1933 Double Eagle listing—ready for a quick sanity check! Let's crack this mystery together!
Antidote Antidote
Sounds good—just drop me the details and I’ll help you verify the info. Good luck on the hunt!