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Silver’s Historic Surge Is Reshaping Numismatics Jeff Garrett and other industry experts weigh in on the historic rise of silver prices and its growing impact on the numismatic marketplace. Silver’s Run Looks Different This Time Over the past few weeks, silver has [...]

Mint errors are one of the most complicated segments of the rare coin market. We receive dozens of calls and emails each month from individuals inquiring about the value of a mint error. Many are just damaged coins that people [...]

The US will celebrate its 250th anniversary with the release of five popular and historic coins, each struck in gold. In anticipation of the nation’s 250th anniversary in 2026, the US Mint created a program honoring five historic coins. The coins [...]

For decades, inflation in the United States has been a key consideration for anyone considering investing in precious metals. The spike in inflation in the 1970s (peaking at about 13%), precipitated by the oil embargo, sparked the first rush into precious metals [...]

In the eyes of the collector, coins with eye appeal and quality are today’s trend The rare coin market evolves, and many series go out of fashion. In the 1960s, BU Rolls and Proof Sets were all the rage. In [...]

The Stella patterns of 1879 and 1880 are among the most sought-after coins in American numismatics. The Heritage Summer ANA sale that recently concluded contained a vast array of important rarities. One of the most interesting sections was the offering [...]

Private mints predate the establishment of the United States Mint and continue to strike important coinage today. Last week, I had the opportunity to visit the Osborne Mint in Cincinnati. Our group was invited to the striking ceremony for the upcoming American Numismatic Association (ANA) commemorative [...]

Keeping your coins secure has become more difficult in recent years, but there are steps you can take to protect your collection. A few weeks ago, Chase Bank sent the letter below stating that they would be closing our safe deposit box [...]

Next year will be the 40th anniversary of the American Gold and Silver Eagles. This anniversary is sure to draw considerable attention to an already-popular segment of the hobby. The US Mint will most likely issue special coins to celebrate the milestone as well. NGC will offer [...]

The current state of the economy makes it a challenge to decide where to invest, but there are opportunities in coins. My primary business is buying and selling rare coins. I spend most of my day canvassing my client list for [...]