BEGINNERS GUIDE
Debunking Six Myths About Gold
For millennia, gold has been used as both a common form of payment and a symbol of wealth...
Introducing the Krugerrand
The South African Krugerrand is famous for being the first one-ounce gold coin to be mass-produced. It garnered...
What is the Gold Standard?
Maybe you’ve heard the term “Gold Standard” discussed in recent years, particularly if you’ve been following Dr. Judy...
How Can I Invest in Physical Gold and Silver?
If you're looking for ways to diversify your portfolio, investing in physical gold and silver may be an...
What Is The Sheldon Coin Grading Scale?
The Sheldon Coin Grading Scale is one of the most widely used grading systems for numismatic coins. The...
A Brief History of Gold as Money
Gold may not be a “relic,” but its history of use goes back to the dawn of civilization. ...
What Is Money, Anyway?
Is gold the same as money? It depends on who’s holding it There’s a lot of debate surrounding...
What Are Monetary Metals?
What are monetary metals? The term “monetary metal” isn’t a very popular term. We can’t even say that...
Why Should I Think About Investing in Gold and Silver?
Gold and silver have been valued as money or as highly-prized objects (think “jewelry”) for several centuries. But...
American Silver Eagle Coin Mintage (By Year)
In 1986 the United States Mint began striking new silver and gold annual coins. Representing the silver side...
Why is Gold So Valuable?
There is no metal or element with a more tumultuous history than gold. With such widespread value and...
Gold vs. Silver: 7 Differences Investors Must Know
If you’re considering a new investment into precious metals, you might wonder whether it’s better to start with...