At the start of every new year just like everyone else we turn the calendar. However, at Osborne Mint we go one step further and “flip the coin.” As cathartic and cleansing as the move to 2021 will be, we still have a lot to look back on in 2020. Just like a coin (round) has a back and a front, every new year is a good time to look back on the past year and look forward to what is to come. So let’s do just that in celebration of completing 2020 and starting 2021.
The end of 2020 marks the first full year with our new Osborne Mint website, Shop-The-Mint e-commerce site, along with multiple collectible round launches from cannabis to universes. Thank you for your visits and purchases.
The From-The-Mint blog debuted in 2019 and saw a steady increase in readership in 2020. Just like all of our collectibles, these blog posts are Made in the USA to keep readers informed about new collectibles, educate about spot pricing and reach out to build a snowman together. If you haven’t read all nine 2020 posts here are what you’ve missed:
Blog VIII (8) – Shop-The-Mint: introducing the Osborne Mint e-commerce web portal where you can purchase collectibles directly from the mint, including limited edition rounds, exclusive rounds and pieces from the vault.
Blog IX (9) – Cannabis Rounds: this was a HIGH-light of the year. In February we launched
Blog X (10) – Splash of Color: the righteous devotion to stained glass art from across the globe. Inspired by multiple real-life stained glass windows, placed on a collectible round that glistens like the art it represents. These are a must see!
Blog XI (11) – Coronavirus Rounds: perhaps the most significant component of 2020 was the rise of the global pandemic. In response Osborne Mint, working remotely of course, released a fine copper round to document the unforgettable year that featured the virus molecule.
Blog XIII (13) – See Spot Run: this informative read described the global pricing model for silver; defining spot pricing and helping readers identify frauds.
Blog XIV (14) – Silver Indians, is destiny predetermined?: One has to wonder after reading this blog post about starting with 48 silver Indian leaders and then making collectibles a career.
Blog XV (15) – Silver and Gold: even Yukon Cornelius knows the benefits of gifting silver for the holidays. Silver rounds and bars make a memorable impression that can become even more valuable with the passing of time.
What an amazing reverse side of the coin, certainly that was a lot to cover in a year but we did it, now what’s next?
The obverse of the round leads us to the future. 2021 will be an amazing year for Osborne Mint, featuring new artistry, collection debuts and exclusive mint pieces.
One of our first collectibles in 2021 will be a continuation of our increasingly popular Fight for Freedom’s Sake collection. This silver bar depicts those women who served in the military in an effort to support our troops. This two ounce, .999 pure silver bar is the fifth in the Fight For Freedom’s Sake collection. This piece will be available exclusively from the Osborne Mint, Shop The Mint ecommerce site during the 1st quarter of 2021. Sign up here to be notified about pre-sale information and more!
As we look forward to 2021, our first collection of the year highlights some incredible classic art, aptly titled the Fine Art Collection. Some of the most amazing art in the entire world is housed at the Smithsonian Institute. Pieces from numerous artists across centuries of art are on display. The ingot collection will feature four spectacular pieces of art from the museum. Collectors will actually be able to hold a replication of these canvases in their hand
Another series in the queue for 2021 will take you to some dark and mystical places. Discover creatures that many say are real, but that I’ve only seen in nightmares or heard of in folklore. The Cryptid series will challenge your belief in the unreal and have you asking the question: “Did I really see that?” Cryptozoologists will contend that while the mainstream scientific world thinks these creatures are unsubstantiated, believers know they are real. Cryptids including the Jersey Devil, Yeti, Drop Bear and Jackalope will be depicted on 1 ounce fine copper rounds and .999 fine silver rounds. The silver rounds will be sold through Osborne Mint’s e-commerce portal - shop-the-mint.com. Get ready to become a believer. Be one of the first to be notified when these go on sale by signing up here.
Be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram and join our newsletter list. Following us throughout the year has its advantages, we post advance notice of collectible debuts, offer special discounts and host contests where participants can win free rounds or bars.
If you have an idea for a collection theme or concept that we could mint, send me an email. If you have a custom design you would like to see in copper, silver or gold plated brass email me as well, some of our best rounds have come from suggestions from collectors just like you.
See you on the flip side! Thank you for following along last year and I am looking forward to the New Year to come.