Precious Metal & Rare Coin Market News

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        

Silver coins serve as both valuable investments and prized collectibles, but a single storage mistake can destroy decades of careful collecting.  Without proper storage and handling, silver coins face serious threats from tarnishing, humidity damage, and scratches or surface wear. Improper methods can permanently reduce a coin's value, sometimes by hundreds or thousands of dollars. This comprehensive guide provides proven solutions for how to store silver bullion coins, preserve your collection's condition and maximize its ... >> Read More        

Precious metals have been the top-performing asset class in 2025, handily trouncing the U.S. stock market and bonds. Gold, platinum, and silver are all notching impressive double-digit gains, with platinum leading the way with a 54% gain year-to-date. Gold soared to a record high above $3,400 an ounce and climbed 26% in the first six months of the year. Now, analysts say, silver could be ready to take the lead after hitting a 13-year high ... >> Read More        

Selling gold and silver to Blanchard & Company is secure, simple, and straightforward. Whether you are selling bullion, investment-grade coins, or rare numismatic items, following the proper steps ensures a smooth process and fair market pricing. Q: How Can I Sell My Gold and Silver? A: Initiating the Sale You can start by contacting Blanchard & Company at 1-800-880-4653 to receive a current bid price for your gold or silver holdings. After receiving a quote, ... >> Read More        

Ever wondered what your grandfather’s coin is worth? Inherited an interesting old coin collection? New to the numismatic world? Not to worry, coin grading is a process that involves several steps, but it’s fairly straightforward. With a lot of online resources, anyone can do it. And, of course, there’s also an app for that. What Is Coin Grading? First, what is coin grading? Grading is an industry term for determining the physical condition of a ... >> Read More        

Queen Elizabeth – the world’s longest reigning monarch - was the face of the U.K. Even since her death on September 8th, her image remains a symbol of the country. The most lasting example of this is her portrait which has been on U.K. coins and banknotes since 1960. With almost 5 billion U.K. banknotes circulating in the U.K., her picture is everywhere. In fact, her face can be found on the currency of 35 ... >> Read More        

You may have seen the inflation news this week. The U.S. consumer price index (CPI) climbed to 7% in December, its highest level since 1982. That marks the third month in a row with inflation above 6%. This is a direct contradiction to the Federal Reserve's prediction that "inflation would be transitory." The inflation we are seeing today is the worst in 39 years. But it's not hyperinflation. At least, not yet anyway. When we ... >> Read More        

The Flowing Hair Half Dime has the distinction of being one of the first coins issued by the US Mint. Designed by Robert Scot, this silver coin, valued at five cents, was part of the Coinage Act of 1792 which established the United States dollar as the standard unit of money in the country. The act also created a decimal system for US currency. In this early phase of the US currency system, officials decided ... >> Read More        

The Federal Reserve said today it plans to raise its benchmark interest rate at least three times in 2022, in an attempt to tame the big jump in consumer inflation that is spiraling throughout the economy. The Fed also sped up the pace of its "tapering" or reduced bond-buying spree by $30 billion per month and will end the program in March. The Fed has been buying bonds every month to support the economy after ... >> Read More