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This is What a REAL Silver Dollar Looks Like

If you trust in the yen, the euro,

and the dollar… stop reading.

Because this is a story about

the sliver coin EVERYBODY wants.

You read the headlines. You know that troubled economic times have put global currency on a rollercoaster(过山车) ride. But millions have found a smarter way to build long­term value with high­grade collectable silver. And right now, those people are lining up to secure some of the last 2012 U. S. Mint Silver Eagles, America's Newest Silver Eagle Dollars. Today, you can graduate to the front of that line. Buy now and you can own these brilliant uncirculated Silver Dollars for only $38. 95!

You Can't Afford to Lose

Why are we releasing(发行) this silver dollar for such a remarkable price? Because we want to introduce you to what hundreds of thousands of smart collectors and satisfied customers have known since 1984—New York Mint is the place to find the world's finest high­grade coins. That's why we're offering you this Brilliant Uncirculated 2012 U. S. Silver Eagle for as little as $37. 45(plus s/h).

Timing is Everything

Our advice? Keep this to yourself. Because the more people who know about this offer, the worse it is for you. Demand for Silver Eagles in 2011 broke records. Experts predict that 2012 Silver Eagles may break them all over again. Due to rapid changes in the price of silver, prices may be higher or lower and are subject to(受……影响) change without notice. Supplies are limited. Call immediately to add these Silver Eagles to your holdings before it's too late.

Offer Limited to 40 per household

2012 American Silver Eagle Coin

Your cost 1­4 Coins $38. 95 each＋s/h

5­9 Coins $38. 45 each＋s/h

10­19 Coins $37. 95 each＋s/h

20­40 Coins $37. 45 each＋s/h

Note：$10 s/h(shipping and handling) for each purchase

For fastest service, call toll­free 24 hours a day

1­888­201­7143

Offer Code(代码) ASE177­04 Please mention this code when you call.

New York Mint

14101 Southcross Drive W. ， Dept. ASE177­04

Burnsville, Minnesota 55337

www. NewYorkMint. com

1. （1） What is stressed in the ad?

   A . The coin is of high quality and worth collecting. B . The coin can be circulated as a currency. C . Limited supplies guarantee a stable price of the coin. D . Demand for the coin is bound to break records.
3. （2） If you buy six 2012 U. S. Mint Silver Eagles by post, you should pay at least ________.

   A . $230. 7 B . $233. 7 C . $240. 7 D . $243. 7
5. （3） The ad strongly encourages people to purchase the silver coins by ________.

   A . shopping online B . making a phone call C . lining up in front of the stores D . writing to the company