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
The change to this year’s silver and gold coins set off a great deal of speculation about why this was done, and what kind of impact it might have on sales of the coins. As a general rule, bullion buyers like to see this information on the coin, especially buyers of Chinese coins. 2015 Silver … Continued
The U.S. Mint will release a clad half dollar, a silver dollar and a $5 gold coin to honor the 100th Anniversary of the founding of the American Legion. Proceeds from the series will help support the ongoing efforts of one of the most celebrated American Institutions ever created. Where to Buy Physical Platinum Bullion Due to … Continued
Palladium has become increasingly popular among both bullion and collectible coin enthusiasts in recent years. Many are probably less familiar with Palladium than other more common precious metals like Silver or Gold. Give this overview a glance to learn the basics of acquiring palladium for your collection! One of the great things about the current … Continued
The process of buying palladium is generally the same as buying other precious metals. Start by finding a reputable bullion dealer and then find some products that fit your goals and preferences. If you are planning to spend a large sum on palladium bullion, then pay extra attention to quantity discounts and payment methods. You’re … Continued
World War II – the most significant military conflict in history — formally ended on September 2, 1945, when Japan announced its unconditional surrender to Allied forces led by the United States. Japan’s surrender followed the May 8 surrender of Nazi Germany following the allied military victory against that country. This November, the United States Mint will … Continued
Since the company’s introduction in 1886, Coca-Cola has grown to be one of the most widely recognized brands around the world. Through our partnership with Coca-Cola to create the officially licensed Coca-Cola bottle cap-shaped coins, we are excited to unite collectors of both coins and Coca-Cola memorabilia. Because in the end, whether you’re collecting Silver Eagles or … Continued
