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
Few ancient coins are as recognizable as the Roman denarius. This small silver coin carries massive historical significance. Produced from 211 BC until the middle of the 3rd century AD, this denomination served as the backbone of Roman coinage and was the inspiration behind many later European coins. Although Ancient coins can be a field left … Continued
Coin grading became popular in the 1980s as collectors sought to have universal standards for the quality of their coins. That is when Numismatic Guaranty Company (then Numismatic Guaranty Corporation, “NGC”) and Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS) were founded. Although various companies have entered the space since then, those two companies continue to dominate the … Continued
A Goldback is a voluntary, non-dollar, complementary currency. Goldbacks are gold foil notes that are crafted with.999 fine gold paint on Aurum, a plastic film designed to hold the gold paint and be durable. The Aurum covering adds an extra level of protection so that the gold foil notes can be easily held and admired. Goldbacks each … Continued
