Great American Coin Co Blog
November 28, 2019

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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January 10, 2017

1943 D Steel Penny in Brilliant Uncirculated BU Condition Copper is the most widely used metal in coin manufacturing. It’s relatively inexpensive, durable, and easy to mint. It’s also very valuable in times of war. That’s why, in 1943, the U.S. Congress suspended the use of copper in the manufactur...

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December 23, 2016

Valcambi Suisse 20 Gram Gold 99.99% CombiBar Individual Mini BarIf you want to spread a little gold around, for the holidays or any other gift-giving occasion 1-Gram Valcambi Suisse 99.99% Pure Gold Bullion Bars are a great way to do it. Coins have beauty and intrinsic value that make them desirable...

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December 21, 2016

1923 90% Silver Peace Dollar - Brilliant UncirculatedThe U.S. silver dollar has a fascinating story, going back to the first coinage act of the new nation in 1792. As the unit on which all U.S. currency would be based, the dollar got a lot of attention—and more than a little controversy—about its de...

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December 20, 2016

Mixed Natural Diamonds, Rubies, Sapphires and EmeraldsLooking for something to light up a kid’s smilethis holiday? How about ancient bounty from pirates and explorers?The Great American Coin Company® has coins from exotic realms and gemstones guaranteed to bring a sparkle to a youngster’s eye. Repl...

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December 16, 2016

1922 $20 Gold Certificate - Purchase by the GradeThe relationship of gold to U.S. money has a long, interesting, and often controversial, history. For the better part of two hundred years, the U.S. dollar was linked to the price of gold, commonly known as the Gold Standard. From its inception in 179...

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December 16, 2016

2016 U.S. Proof Set - 13 Coin SetEvery year since 1936 the U.S. Mint has sold proof coins in sets for that particular year. They usually contain one proof-quality coin of each denomination struck for circulation that year. In 1983, the Mint also began issuing proof sets of commemorative coins called...

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December 15, 2016

1 Million Indonesian Rupiah IDR Colorful currencies make great gifts for collectors of any level! Show your imagination this holiday season with an exotic gift of international currency. These banknotes tell fascinating stories of people, places, and events across the globe, and many are excellent...

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December 14, 2016

90% Silver Columbian Exposition Half Dollar (1892-1893) - CirculatedWhen promoters of an exposition to commemorate the 400th anniversary of Columbus’ discovery of America went to Congress in search of funds, the lawmakers balked at the $5-million-dollar request. Instead, they agreed to issue a half-...

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