Precious Metal & Rare Coin Market News

Spot silver soared above $46.00, recently touching the $45 an ounce level in late September. The powerful and enduring rally in precious metals this year has lifted silver as much as 55% in 2025, outpacing the 43% gain in gold. The push to fresh highs in silver comes alongside news that the U.S. economy grew at a faster pace in the second quarter. The third estimate of Q2 U.S. GDP came in at 3.8%, which ... >> Read More        

 For thousands of years, gold has been a treasured asset. Gold is not only a time-honored symbol of wealth, it is a reliable store of value and wealth building tool. Today, this ancient currency's role in modern portfolios is becoming more important than ever. As you know, global uncertainty and shifting economic tides have put gold back in the spotlight—as the precious metal has surged 40% higher since the start of the year setting new ... >> Read More        

Ever wondered what your grandfather’s coin collection is worth? Inherited old coins but not sure of their value? Or maybe you’re just starting your journey in numismatics? Coin grading is the key to understanding the true value and authenticity of your coins. In this guide, you’ll learn what coin grading is, why it matters, how grading scales work, and which professional coin grading services (PCGS, NGC, and CACG) you can trust. Q: What Is Coin ... >> Read More        

Today's Federal Reserve Rate Cut Is Just the Start, Gold Still Climbing The Federal Reserve cut interest rates by a quarter point today, marking the start of an important new monetary easing cycle. In an 11-1 vote, central bankers lowered the Fed's benchmark rate to 4.00-4.25%. The lone dissent came from newly appointed Governor Stephan Miran, who wanted a half-point rate cut. A majority of Fed officials indicated they expect at least two more interest rate cuts ... >> Read More        

Your Friendly Guide to Buying Gold and Silver with Blanchard Thinking about adding gold, silver, or rare coins to your portfolio? You’re not alone—generations of investors have turned to precious metals to build and protect wealth. But if you’re new to this world, you might have a few questions. Good news: we’ve got answers! Below, we’ve put together a quick Q&A to walk you through how buying with Blanchard & Company works and why so ... >> Read More        

In 1988, the silver bullion world changed because of Canada's Royal Mint. After its success with the world's first .9999 pure gold coin in 1982, the mint repeated this winning formula with the Silver Maple Leaf. Since then, competitors have followed suit with their own high-purity coins, but Canada remains the pioneer, constantly evolving their product with advanced features. Over four decades later, Silver Maple Leafs still dominate dealer inventories and investor portfolios worldwide. This ... >> Read More        

To most people, nickels represent pocket change worth five cents. But in April 2008, a single 1926-S Buffalo nickel sold for $322,000 at auction. This was no coincidence, but rather a reflection of the coin’s exceptional rarity and condition. The 1926-S Buffalo nickel is the rarest regular-issue coin in the entire series, with fewer than 1,000 examples surviving today in all grades combined. While some Buffalo nickels trade for face value, others command astronomical premiums ... >> Read More        

An Ambitious Experiment in U.S. Coinage Among the rarest and most captivating coins in American numismatics is the $4 Stella. Produced only in 1879 and 1880, this short-lived gold piece was never meant for mass circulation. Instead, it represented an ambitious experiment by the U.S. Mint to create an international trade coin that could compete with Europe’s widely used gold standards, like the French 20 Franc and the British Sovereign. The name “Stella” comes from ... >> Read More        

Few coins can claim to embody peace and historical triumph quite like the Peace dollar. Aptly named to honor America's victory and the restoration of global peace after World War I, this iconic coin was first issued in 1921. The following year saw the Peace dollar reach its production pinnacle with over 84 million coins minted. Today, collectors and investors recognize 1922 as a pivotal year, marking the Peace dollar’s transition from symbolic debut to ... >> Read More        

Ask any homebuyer these days about how their home search is going, and you are likely to hear a whole lot of frustration. The summer of 2025 turned out to be challenging not only for homebuyers, but home sellers and homebuilders. Call it a perfect storm for the U.S. housing market, and that in turn helped to boost gold.   In July, new home sales skidded 0.6% to a seasonally adjusted rate of 652,000, the ... >> Read More