Frequently asked questions.
Plain answers about our coins, your order and the family business behind them. If you don’t see your question here, call us at (941) 294-2538 or write to support@floridamanmint.com.
The Mint.
Who is behind Florida Man Mint?
We’re Shane and Caiden Jennings, a father and son running a family business in Sarasota, Florida. We make original silver coins that bring Florida’s adventurous spirit into collectible art, inspired by lost ships, ocean mysteries and the hunt for treasure. Florida Man Mint comes from the team behind Certified Rare Coin Auctions, a Sarasota rare-coin and currency business with a history in the trade dating to 2002. Read our story
Who makes Florida Man Mint coins?
Florida Man Mint LLC, a Sarasota, Florida company founded by Shane and Caiden Jennings, designs and issues every coin, sells them direct at floridamanmint.com, and records each edge number in the Registry. The current releases are Spear of the Gulf and The Sunken Real, with Turtle Tide on pre-sale.
Is this the same as the “Florida Man” silver round sold on eBay?
No. That is a generic bullion round from a different mint. A Florida Man Mint coin is an original design, edge-numbered 001–150, with its own certificate and Registry record.
Where are the coins minted?
In Florida. We choose a Florida minting partner who shares our mission, keeping the work in the state that inspires our designs.
Are the coins legal tender, or from the U.S. Mint?
No. Florida Man Mint LLC is a private mint. Our coins are .999 fine silver collectibles. They’re not legal tender, and we’re not affiliated with the United States Mint.
Are the coins an investment?
They’re collectibles, made for the artwork and the story. We set the price of each release ourselves, our prices aren’t tied to the silver market, and nothing on this site is investment advice.
The coins.
What are the coins made of?
Spear of the Gulf, The Sunken Real and Turtle Tide are each one troy ounce of .999 fine silver, with original two-sided artwork in relief: Tide-Raised Relief™ on the Sand and Gulf-Deep Relief™ on the Sea. See the collection
What comes with each coin?
Each coin arrives in our protective Treasure-cased holder, with a struck metal label that carries the coin’s identity. It comes with a numbered 4x6 certificate of authenticity, a 4x6 story postcard, a velvet pouch, a Keeper’s Glove and a Florida Man Mint box.
Can I take the coin out of its holder?
Yes. Our Treasure-cased holder opens, and the included Keeper’s Glove lets you handle the coin with care before returning it to its case.
What does the price include?
The complete numbered collectible: one ounce of .999 fine silver, original artwork in relief, an engraved edge number, its certificate and Registry record, the presentation pieces above, and free insured shipping within the United States. Each coin’s current price is on its product page.
Numbers and the Registry.
What do 150 and 500 mean?
The First Tide Release contains 150 pieces, numbered 001–150 on the edge. A design may later have standard-release pieces, but the High-Water Mark limits that design to 500 pieces in total. The first 150 retain their First Tide identity.
What is the edge number?
The number engraved on the coin’s edge matches its certificate and Official Registry record, connecting the piece you hold to a record you can check.
Can I choose my coin’s number?
Yes, for most numbers. Pick your number on the Registry and it’s held for you while you check out. No. 000 is never for sale; 001–015 are held for High Tide Society members to pick; 050, 100 and 150 are trophy numbers held by the Mint (on Turtle Tide, No. 100 is Lost at Sea); and a few other numbers are held by the Mint or Lost at Sea. If you don’t pick, you’ll receive the lowest open number in line. How coin numbers work
How do I know my coin is genuine?
Enter the Authentication ID from your certificate on our Verify page to confirm your coin is genuine. Verify your coin
What is the Registry?
The Official Registry is the record of every numbered coin. Once your coin is verified, you can claim it in the Registry and give it a name. Visit the Registry
Ordering and shipping.
How can I pay?
We accept all major credit and debit cards, and Apple Pay on iPhone, iPad and Mac where your browser offers it.
Where do you ship?
Within the United States, including all 50 states and the District of Columbia. We expect to open international shipping in the future.
How much is shipping?
Free USPS Priority Mail is available on every U.S. order, fully insured and tracked, with no minimum. For $79 per order, you can choose UPS overnight shipping to an eligible street address in the contiguous United States. P.O. boxes, Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. territories and weekend or holiday delivery aren’t eligible.
When will my order ship?
In-stock orders placed before 3:30 p.m. Eastern on a business day ship that day. Orders placed later, on weekends or on U.S. holidays ship the next business day. You’ll receive a tracking number by email once your package ships. Pre-orders ship within the estimated window shown on the product. Shipping & Delivery
Will anyone know what’s in the box?
No. We package every order plainly and discreetly. Nothing on the outside of the box advertises that it contains silver or coins.
Can I send a coin as a gift?
Yes. Enter the recipient’s U.S. address as the shipping address at checkout, and we’ll send it straight to them.
Returns and pre-orders.
Can I return a coin?
All sales are final. The exceptions are shipping loss, shipping damage or a Mint error. If your order arrives damaged, is lost in transit or differs from what you ordered because of our error, contact us within 14 days of delivery (or expected delivery) at support@floridamanmint.com with your order number and clear photographs of the packaging and contents. Returns & Refunds
How do pre-orders work?
Some releases are sold as pre-orders with an estimated ship window. You may cancel a pre-order for a full refund any time before striking of that release begins, or if the pre-sale misses its stated ship date. Once striking has begun, the pre-order is otherwise final.
Do you buy coins back?
Ask us about it. Call (941) 294-2538 or write to support@floridamanmint.com.
Giving back and the Society.
What is The Sea’s Share?
Through The Sea’s Share, 2% of net proceeds from every coin sold supports Mote Marine Laboratory. Net proceeds means the purchase price actually received by Florida Man Mint, less applicable taxes, shipping, and payment-processing fees. Contributions are unrestricted, helping Mote advance its mission where resources can make a meaningful difference. Read The Sea’s Share
What is the High Tide Society?
Our annual membership for collectors. It renews yearly by your hand, with no card on file. The seat is the key, not the coin: member-only strikes are bought separately, at their own price, in a window only members can enter. The High Tide Society
Stories.
Are the Gulf Fables true stories?
No. The Gulf Fables in our Tide Log are original fables set in real Gulf Coast towns. The towns are real; the stories are fiction. Read the Tide Log
Do you have a free book?
Yes. Florida’s Treasure Routes is a free 38-page illustrated voyage through Florida’s treasure routes, with historic maps, Spanish silver and the passages that carried them. Get the free book
Talking to us.
How do I reach you?
Call (941) 294-2538, email support@floridamanmint.com or send us a message. You can talk to real people at our family business, and we’re glad to help with questions about the designs, the numbering or your order.