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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Silver and gold have been among the most appreciated gifts since the beginnings of civilization thousands of years ago. They still rank among the most treasured today. Here are some ideas about how to include gold and silver coins and bullion on your shopping list for your special someones. ...
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Silver and gold are sold by the troy ounce, which is about 10% heavier than the “regular” (avoirdupois) once commonly used in the US. So in an apples-to-apples comparison, silver’s current price (about $18/troy ounce) is $16.40 per “regular” ounce. Gold ($1,500/troy ounce) runs about $1350. Your hou...
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Gold prices have been climbing lately, threatening to top $1500 an ounce), but even at that lofty level, the yellow metal is far from the top of the heap when it comes to cost per ounce. Here’s a look at some of the things that are more expensive than gold.
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It’s been an interesting year for gold bugs so far. Prices for the precious yellow metal have bounced up and down as economic data, political uncertainty, and conflicting predictions have had gold on a wild ride. After a steady decline in the first four months, gold prices began a steady climb to le...
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Make this Father’s Day memorable with gifts of coins and currency that make new memories and bring back thoughts of times past.
Historic Coins and Currency
Available from private dealers, coins and currency from past eras are great ways to remember people and events from the ...
Why risk adding to the pile of boring Father’s Day gifts when collectible coins, bullion, and currency are so much more memorable?
Gold is Great
There’s nothing quite like real gold, and a Gold American Eagle makes a memorable gift. This beautiful coin features Lady Liberty w...
In recognition of the 100th anniversary of The American Legion, the US Mint has issued commemorative coins and coin sets in gold, silver, and nickel-clad copper. Founded on March 15, 1919 after the end of the First World War, The American Legion’s primary focus is on service to veterans, service mem...
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As the US economy roars along gold prices fall. It’s a simple matter of allocation of capital. Investors see more upside in places like the stock market and real estate than in precious metals, so that’s where the money goes. But gold investors need not despair. Low prices are less a disaster than a...
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