A new year is representative of new beginnings. Whether you’re a beginner or seasoned precious metals investor, this might be the time to re-evaluate your investing goals. For centuries, precious metals like gold and silver have been a universal, stable source of value. Additional metals like platinum and palladium have come into the fold since…
The Royal Canadian Mint has become one of the world’s most renowned minting facilities, known for high purity standards and cutting edge anti-counterfeit technology. With the mint’s January 2nd anniversary approaching, we thought we’d take a look back through the history that has led to the mint’s favored reputation. It all started on January 2,…
Part of what makes precious metals so precious is that they have different qualities than many other metals. As such, gold, silver, and other precious metals should be handled with particular care to keep them in the best possible condition. Some collectors—especially new collectors—may not be aware of what can damage bullion coins and bars….
The American Gold Buffalo was the first 24 karat (.9999 pure) coin ever struck by the United States Mint. Prior to 2006, when the Buffalo was first introduced, all American gold coins were alloyed with another metal. Most pre-1933 U.S. gold coins, for example, were made of a 90% gold/10% copper alloy. This made the coins more durable, since…
Last week, we offered you an unusual group of 2015 Canadian 1/4 oz Gold Polar Bear coins. Now we have another deal from the arctic north: 2014 Canadian Snow Falcons in both gold and silver! Unbeknownst to many, the Royal Canadian Mint has issued a special line of wildlife-themed bullion coins. This series features animals from the…
Provident’s original Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse series of silver and copper rounds concludes with the Pale Horse of Death. This is the fourth and final design in the series, following the White Horse of Conquest, the Red Horse of War, and the Black Horse of Famine. The new Pale Horse round will be available…
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