It’s likely that many people reading this already have fundamental knowledge of valuable gold and silver coins — and why they make for a wise investment.
Unlike paper currency, you understand that precious metals have inherent or intrinsic value. And as a collector of gold and silver coins, you know precious metal bars and coins stand the test of time, even if they sit at the bottom of the ocean floor for centuries.
Most collectors have a basic understanding of these concepts. Yet when it comes to the terminology for describing these coins in detail, even seasoned buyers scratch their heads sometimes.
Our latest Knowledge Center article – Knowing the Anatomy of Your Coin – explains these terms and provides an illustrated example of where to spot them on your gold or silver treasures.
The most common terms for describing a coin’s anatomy include:
- Obverse
- Reverse
- Field
- Relief
- Date
- Portrait
- Rim
- Edge
- Legend
- Motto
- Mint Mark
- Designer Initials
Of course, these terms are not just limited to precious metals. Every coin in your pocket or change jar carries these same features.
We invite you to visit our latest Knowledge Center article – Knowing the Anatomy of Your Coin – for a detailed description of each term.
Having a deep understanding of your coins will come in handy the next time you have a discussion with your favorite dealer and other collectors.
