Precious Metal & Rare Coin Market News

Fed Cuts Interest Rate in Data Drought Just like a pilot flying a plane through a blizzard in white-out conditions, the Federal Reserve is making interest rate decisions blindfolded. Fed officials lack fresh economic data, because of the government shutdown. Today, amid the data drought, Fed officials voted 10-2 to cut its official interest rate to 3.75% - 4%. The Fed also said it will stop shrinking its balance sheet on December 1.  Fed policymakers ... >> Read More        

A coin born of dust, distance, and scarcity In the late summer of 1849, the Great Salt Lake Valley was hungry for a medium of exchange that wasn’t barked bargains or paper promissories. Mormon Battalion veterans and prospectors had brought home glitter from California, merchants and tithing offices had bins of raw dust, but not much coined money. So church leaders set up a tiny mint in an adobe building on South Temple Street, part ... >> Read More        

Gold climbed on the release of the September Consumer Price Index data, which came in a tad cooler than expected. Headline inflation increased 3% from a year ago, which is slightly below Wall Street’s expectations for a 3.1% jump.  Wall Street interpreted the inflation data as a green light to a Federal Reserve interest rate cut at the Oct. 28-29 meeting. Wall Street traders are pricing in 97% odds of a 0.25 percent rate cut ... >> Read More        

Gold has long been viewed as a store of value, a hedge against inflation or currency devaluation, and a safe-haven asset when things get crazy. Today, investors have more options than ever to gain exposure to gold, but not all are created equal. One of the perennial debates is: physical gold vs. gold ETFs. Below, we explore why many investors favor holding real gold rather than paper substitutes. 1) True Ownership & No Counterparty Risk ... >> Read More        

If there were a king of American quarter collecting, it would be the 1901-S Barber Quarter. With only 72,664 ever minted and fewer than 500 surviving today across all grades, this coin represents the pinnacle of rarity. Yet the 1901-S is only one example of the dramatic scarcity found within the Barber series. While many dates trade close to their silver melt value, others are coveted key issues that can soar to five-figure prices.  This ... >> Read More        

Look up the gold price on three different websites and you’ll likely see slightly different figures. Unlike stocks with a single exchange price, gold trades continuously across global markets through a network of banks, exchanges, and data providers. Each site is quoting the spot price, i.e. the current market value of gold for immediate delivery, though small variations appear because different platforms pull data from different sources. This article explains how gold spot price actually ... >> Read More        

There is a revolution happening in Wall Street’s guidance to investors on how to structure their portfolios—and it involves gold. Longstanding traditions are being upended as the U.S. Treasury bond market is losing favor as a safe haven. Instead, experts are pointing to gold as it’s replacement. The Morgan Stanley chief investment officer recently recommended a 60/20/20 portfolio that includes 20% gold is a more resilient hedge. Major Wall Street Icons Urging Americans to Increase ... >> Read More        

One improperly stored 1-kilo silver bar can lose hundreds in resale value from tarnish alone. Unlike gold, silver is highly reactive and vulnerable to humidity, sulfur, and temperature shifts. Once tarnished, the damage is permanent: buyers discount heavily, and liquidity suffers. The good news, however, is that preventing this is simple. With the right storage, handling, and environmental controls, investors can keep their silver in investment-grade condition. This guide explains why silver demands unique care, ... >> Read More        

During economic uncertainty, investors often flock to precious metals. These assets tend to hold their value when others fall and can help guard against inflation. Unlike paper currencies, they offer tangible worth that can't be eroded by government policies. Among them, silver stands out thanks to its dual nature. It functions as an industrial metal essential in electronics, solar panels, and medical applications while serving as an investment asset. This article analyzes silver's historical performance ... >> Read More        

In the earliest years of the United States Mint, every coin struck was more than currency — it was a piece of living history. The 1804 $5 Draped Bust Half Eagle, particularly the Small 8 Over Large 8 variety, designed by Robert Scot, stands as one of the most fascinating relics of early American gold coinage. It tells a story not only of artistry and innovation but also of the enduring spirit that shaped the ... >> Read More