My Discovery of the 1909 VDB 1c Proof – I Had No Idea
July 13, 2025My Journey with the 1853 Arrows and Rays Quarter
July 13, 2025
Like many coin collectors, I’ve come to depend on US Mint subscriptions to grab annual sets—especially those popular silver proofs—without worrying about missing out. But let’s be honest, it hasn’t always been smooth sailing. There was that heart-stopping moment when all my subscriptions disappeared! Based on my own trials and a few errors, here’s what I’ve figured out.
When Subscriptions Pull a Disappearing Act
Picture this: you log into your US Mint account, ready to check on your latest sets, and… poof! Everything’s gone. No active subscriptions, not even order history. I nearly had a heart attack thinking I’d lost years of carefully chosen sets. Turns out, I’m not alone. This happens more often than you’d think. It’s usually just a temporary glitch—the page loads before the data has a chance to catch up. So now, when I see that “no active subscriptions” message, I take a deep breath, wait a few seconds, or hit refresh. Nine times out of ten, everything pops back up like nothing happened.
My Go-To Fixes for a Hassle-Free Experience
Over time, I’ve picked up a few tricks that save me from pulling my hair out:
- Give it a minute: If your subscriptions don’t pop up right away, try waiting 10-15 seconds. Sometimes, clicking over to your order history and then back can nudge the system into showing your active subscriptions.
- Keep your payment info current: Nothing kills a subscription faster than an expired card. I make it a habit to check mine every few months to avoid unexpected drops.
- Be ready to re-subscribe: Once, my uncirculated coin set subscription just vanished. I had to add it back manually. Now, I keep a list of the sets I can’t live without—just in case.
Why I Still Love Subscriptions (Yes, Really!)
Even with the occasional tech headache, I wouldn’t give up my subscriptions. Take those military silver dollars—I’m a sucker for them, both for the history and their long-term value. And when it comes to hot sellers like silver proof sets? Subscriptions are a lifesaver. They land in my cart automatically, so I don’t have to battle the crowds on release day. For collectors who focus on precious metals, it’s a no-brainer for building a solid collection without the stress.
Sure, the US Mint’s website might have its quirks—thanks to some behind-the-scenes gremlins—but for collectors, the benefits far outweigh the frustrations. Stick with it, keep an eye on your account, and you’ll keep adding to your collection without missing a beat.
