A funny thing happens to gold and silver most Decembers. Prices tend to go down and this December may be the best time buy gold and silver since last summer. Prices for both metals have been on a slight downward trend, from a high of $1549 on September 3 for gold to $1460 as this article is being wr...
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Heritage Auctions held an auction of US Territorial Gold and early colonial coins in Chicago on October 11-14. It included a Kellogg & Co. $50 California gold coin considered the “king” of territorial gold coins.
Pre-Revolutionary colonial coins from New England, Virginia, and New Jer...
When “Gold Fever” strikes, anything can happen. People can lose perspective and focus solely on the seductive yellow metal, leading to risky choices…and bad behavior.
Death was a constant companion in the pursuit of gold and other precious metals and gems, and tales abound of haunted soul...
A coin is a coin, no? Not necessarily, and knowing the differences among various coin-like objects is a step on the road to becoming a true numismatist. Plus, it can keep you from making buying mistakes.
Here’s a look at what is and isn’t a coin.
Coins
True coins are...
Many coin collectors are also history buffs. Besides the coins themselves, the stories behind them offer a window on the past, both recent and historic, often from a unique perspective.
For students of US history, the US Mint produces several series of commemorative medals and coins inclu...
By 1837 the Capped Bust design on US quarters and other denominations was looking dated. Mint engraver Christian Gobrecht was commissioned to produce a new design, consistent with the Liberty theme mandated by Congress.His depiction of Liberty seated on a boulder, her right hand supporting a shield ...
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