Originally Posted by
soitgoes
I do not know why the Mint is sending things UPS Next Day Air. I'm sure they have some sort of volume agreement with UPS, but it does seem there would be cheaper ways for them to send the coins.
Not that it makes any sense, but per the US Mint website:
"Orders with Merchandise valued at $300 or more with a standard delivery option chosen will receive a complimentary upgrade to Expedited Shipping..."