Quarters were first struck by the United States Mint in 1796 and have gone through many iconic design changes over the course of their history. Read more to learn about the storied legacy of the Quarter. The United States Mint in Philadelphia was founded under the Mint Act of April 2, 1792, one of the first legislative … Continued
Alexander the Great is well-known in history for the massive empire he formed in just one decade, without suffering a single defeat! Additionally, he had great success conquering the field of numismatics with his large history of coinage. Struck in huge quantities using fine silver and gold, an impressive amount of these now-ancient artifacts have … Continued
When you’re looking at coins to buy and you begin reading the specifications, you’ll see something called a “mintage” followed by a number. Do you know what a mintage number refers to and what it might mean for your collection? What is a Coin Mintage? The definition “mintage” refers to how many of a given … Continued
Superstitions are prevalent across many cultures, and some of the largest involve coins and money. Read some of the most popular superstitious practice regarding coins around the world. Superstitions abound in everyday life. Some people are petrified of seeing a black cat cross their way, many buildings don’t have thirteenth floors and it’s not uncommon to see … Continued
While most people can identify the “heads” and “tails” of a coin, as collectors, it is important to learn the various parts, or anatomy of a coin. This page offers an illuminating graphic along with fundamental definitions. What Are The Parts of a Coin? Design/Device Refers to the imagery of a coin. This includes both … Continued
Coins, bars, and rounds are all common forms of bullion you will come across on your Precious Metal journey. While they may seem similar, they are distinct in a few key aspects that will be displayed below. What is the definition of a coin? The key definition of a coin is that is legal tender … Continued
The Silk Road stands in history as one of the longest and most successful trade routes. The luxury items it conveyed from the Far East to Constantinople and other Major Mediterranean destinations often were paid for with precious silver coins. One of these coins, a Silver Hemidrachm of Tabaristan, is available for you to buy … Continued
Over the past several decades, there have been many advancements in the techniques and technologies used to create coins, especially those produced specifically for collectors. As a result, today’s coin collectors have a greater and more diverse range of coins to collect than ever before. Read the article to find out more about the evolution … Continued
Gold Bullion can include products ranging from gold bars and rounds to gold coins. This article continues the lesson about buying gold bullion with some important tips for building your gold stack. Where to Buy Physical Gold Bullion There are plenty of places where you can find gold bullion for sale. For example, you may find gold … Continued
Many collectors, both new and experienced, are intrigued by the coin manufacturing process. This practice is known as minting. Have you ever asked yourself, “How are coins made?” Coins have been a part of daily life for thousands of years and the process has changed greatly since the first coins were struck. For the purposes … Continued
