Silver is a lustrous and rare precious metal that has been used and sought after for thousands of years. It’s used in medical equipment for its anti-microbial properties and electronic devices like computers and phones for its high electrical conductivity. Additionally, many people look to invest in silver coins or bullion. This article will discuss why and how to invest in silver. … Continued
The Cape Mint has released a truly innovative Break-it Brexit coin that allows the owner to “break” the coin in two (should they choose) along a literal fault line, signifying the Brexit event itself. The news of a successful Brexit vote shook the world in 2016 when 52% of the United Kingdom voted in favor … Continued
One thing that modern collectors have that was unavailable to our forebears is the assurance of graded and slabbed coins in our collections. These preserved treasures have been enhanced over the years by adding provenance and a variety of information about the coin on the label. Another improvement as these labels evolve is the highlighting … Continued
Regardless of the collectible coin in question, there are many qualities which come together to form its overall value. There is never a guarantee that a specific piece will increase in value over time, and it is always up to you to form your own opinion when buying. Here we will discuss the factors that … Continued
The Apollo 11 mission was the culmination of nearly a decade’s worth of work toward an American President’s vision. In 1961, President John F. Kennedy challenged NASA to put a man on the moon and return him safely by the end of the decade. The young leader did not live to see NASA rise to the challenge, but hundreds of millions of people around the world watched in awe as his vision became a reality. The mission lasted eight days and landed not one but two men, Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin, on the face of the moon. Here are some fun facts about the mission of which many people may be unaware.
World’s First-Ever Football-Shaped Coins In 2014, after seeing the success of a French astronomy coin issued by France’s Monnaie de Paris (Paris Mint), the U.S. Mint made its first attempt at a curved (or “domed”) coin with the release of a Baseball Hall of Fame commemorative. The popularity of these coins has inspired a number of other innovative … Continued
Ancient Coin Market In a recent interview, MCM General Manager Andrew Salzberg said that ancient coins are one of the “bright spots” in an otherwise relatively slow coin market. He noted that ancient coins have not received nearly as much attention as they deserve, considering their low population, especially compared with modern issues. In addition, ancient … Continued
Star Wars in Numismatics 40 years ago, George Lucas launched a sci-fi film depicting a fantastic story of good and evil. This innovative film was met with huge success from day one, and 40 years later, it has become one of the most successful movie franchises in history. It currently boasts 3 TV series, a plethora … Continued
The Royal Canadian Mint is a big name in the numismatics industry, well known for making innovative, quality products. Their maple-themed bullion series is extremely popular for its remarkable 99.99% fine metals, and their collector coins feature some of the most unique and wonderful designs. Above all, their company has an ethical code that surpasses any necessity … Continued
Stan Lee revolutionized the comic industry and helped shape popular culture by creating – usually in collaboration with Jack Kirby and other writers – memorable superheroes, including Spider-Man, the X-Men, and Iron Man, among many others. Almost all of Lee’s superheroes have been memorialized with cool collector or bullion coins. Who Was Stan Lee? Born Stanley … Continued
