Precious Metal & Rare Coin Market News

Not every coin bearing a historic date was struck in that year. Governments and authorized mints have long produced coins using earlier dates as a deliberate continuation of a recognized design or bullion standard. These coins are known as restrikes. They are official, disclosed, and actively traded. Some circulate as affordable fractional gold. Others carry remarkable stories behind their production. This article will explain what a coin restrike is, how they are valued, and what ... >> Read More        

The Monnaie de Paris began striking coins in 864 AD, almost a millennium before America’s first mint opened. By the late 19th century, it introduced the 20 Franc gold Rooster, a coin that became one of Europe’s most trusted fractional gold pieces. French gold coinage evolved through monarchies, revolutions, and republics, but the Rooster of 1899-1914 marked a shift: a durable, mass-circulating coin intended for everyday use and for savers across continents. This article follows ... >> Read More        

This coin has a double layer of history. Not only is it a proof Indian Head Quarter Eagle, but it hails from the famed Simpson Collection. Today, Bob Simpson is co-chairman of the Texas Rangers baseball team. But when he was a boy, he was just an aspiring coin collector, combing through rolls of coins for something valuable. As an adult, he assembled his collection over many decades. And his patience paid off. The Simpson ... >> Read More        

The Fed Is Splitting Apart at a Critical Moment The Federal Reserve kept interest rates steady today, holding its benchmark Fed funds rate in the 3.5%–3.75% range. However, the bigger story today isn’t the rate decision—it’s the growing disagreement inside the Federal Reserve and what that means for the future of Fed policy, inflation, and the gold market. The Drama Inside the Federal Reserve In a rare move, four Fed members publicly dissented with today’s ... >> Read More        

The latest U.S. economic data is telling a story, and it’s not a particularly comforting one. From housing to small business sentiment to producer inflation, several key indicators are flashing economic warning signs. For investors, especially those thinking about protecting their wealth, this kind of macro-environment deserves a closer look. Let’s look at recent economic news. Cracks in the Spring Home Selling Market In March, existing home sales dropped by 3.6%, continuing a soft trend. At ... >> Read More        

Following dramatic gains in gold and silver bullion over the past few years, the rare coin market has held back. This has reshaped the landscape for numismatic collectors. The correction in bullion prices has not been driven by a sudden change in macroeconomic fundamentals. Indeed, most strategists do not view this as the end of the precious metals’ uptrend by any stretch. Most believe that gold and silver accumulation is undergoing a structural long-term shift ... >> Read More        

The $3 Gold Piece: A Unique Chapter in American Numismatics This is a unique coin in American numismatics. At first glance, it seems conventional, but then you look closer: is that Lady Liberty wearing a Native American headdress? The coin we offer today is as unique as its design. First, it is an unusual denomination: $3. Second, the reason it was made is more than a little odd. Why the $3 Gold Coin Was Created ... >> Read More        

While gold often dominates financial market headlines, silver is shaping up to be one of the most interesting opportunities for long-term investors looking to diversify, protect, and grow their portfolios this year. The key story? We’re heading into what is forecast to be the sixth consecutive year of a global silver supply-demand deficit, according to new data from the Silver Institute. This issue of more silver demand and not enough supply has been building quietly ... >> Read More        

Countries like Turkey and Russia have been among the few central banks selling gold recently. At first glance, that might sound concerning. But the reason they’re selling offers an important reminder about the value of physical precious metals. They’re selling gold because they need liquidity fast. Since the conflict began, Turkey has drawn down about 60 metric tons from its gold reserves, roughly $8 billion worth, to defend the lira, their national currency. Turkey didn’t lose ... >> Read More        

If you’ve been watching the headlines, it’s been nerve wracking to say the least. Bombs falling in the Middle East, rising oil prices, strong job numbers, and higher inflation are reshaping expectations for Fed policy and interest rates. Here’s what’s driving financial markets right now and what it means for precious metals investors. 1. Oil Prices Jump, Inflation Fears Are Back The U.S.-Israel war against Iran has created an energy crisis of huge proportions. The ... >> Read More