Collecting coins is a fascinating hobby that can provide many benefits beyond the joy of owning a unique piece of history. In this blog post, I’ll outline some reasons why you should consider collecting coins. In conclusion, collecting coins can be a rewarding and fulfilling hobby that offers many benefits beyond just owning a unique […]
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Are you one of the 11.6% of Americans who invest in silver? If you are, or you’re thinking about it, then you need to know what is junk silver so you can invest wisely. Doing your own research is crucial for making smart investment decisions, whether you’re a beginner or an experienced investor. Before investing in precious metals,
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Gold’s Role as Money and the Gold Standard The history of gold is long connected with money, but gold relinquished this role in developed economies after the outbreak of the Second World War. At the end of the war, the Bretton Woods monetary system, a regime of fixed exchange rates, was created. This system broke
Some might say, “Not all certified coins are created equal.” In fact, we’ve written a few articles over the years addressing certified coins, including when to submit your coins for certification and which third-party grading services (TPGS) are best. However, we’ve yet to address specific factors that can affect the value of your certified coins.
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Counterfeit coins are nothing new to the world of coin collecting; they have been around for centuries (if not millennia). To avoid getting duped by an unscrupulous coin dealer or collector into unknowingly purchasing a counterfeit coin, there are a few basic tips that can help Magnets are not attracted to elements such as gold
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by: Stefan Gleason Money Metals News Service June 16th, 2022 The explosion in retail demand for gold has made headlines, but retail investors aren’t the only ones steadily stockpiling the yellow metal. Central banks around the world are stockpiling gold in a big way – and appear poised to do so even more. According to
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Economic History Resources – What was the price of gold then? http://www.measuringworth.org/gold/ – Provides the historical gold prices for the following periods and markets: – British Official Price for the years 1257 to 1945– U.S. Official Price for the years 1786 to 2001– New York Market Price for the years 1791 to 1998– Gold/Silver Price
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