Re “.24 Karat Gall” (editorial, Feb. 10):
Our product is “shame-free” because we have nothing to be ashamed about. National Collector’s Mint is proud that our 10th anniversary Sept. 11 commemorative dollar movingly reminds us of the almost 3,000 Americans and heroic responders lost on 9/11.
“There is nothing wrong with companies selling memorabilia linked to moments of catastrophe or triumph,” you write. We agree, because we take pride in our commemorative. It is a collectible, a keepsake — a poignant reminder of the tragedy.
Unlike others selling similar products, our commemoratives have let us contribute more than $2 million to 9/11 charities. This minting will allow us to do more.
Avram C. Freedberg
President, National Collector’s Mint
Port Chester, N.Y., Feb. 10, 2011
