U.S. Mint announces 'global silver shortage,' halts purchase orders for silver coins

https://www.wnd.com/2021/05/united-states-mint-announces-global-silver-shortage-halts-purchase-orders-silver-coins/

"The global silver shortage has driven demand for many of our bullion and numismatic products to record heights… As the demand for silver remains greater than the supply, the reality is such that not everyone will be able to purchase a coin"