Posted on March 18, 2025
Dimes have been part of the American experience as long as the country has produced coinage. The 10-cent piece has been produced, in one form or another, since 1796 – the first year of production for the newly-created US Mint. During its more than 200 years of service, the dime has undergone many design and…
Posted on March 14, 2025
Key Takeaways The most valuable Presidential Dollars are those with minting errors, particularly missing edge lettering, which includes the phrase “E Pluribus Unum,” the mint mark, and the date. The most expensive Presidential Dollar coin is the 2009 SMS William Henry Harrison with missing edge lettering, graded 69/70, which can sell for up to $2,450….
Posted on March 03, 2025
The US Mint’s American Women Quarters Program honors important women that have made significant contributions to American history. The program, which will conclude in 2025, has released 5 new quarters each year since 2022. The quarters themselves are not worth anything more than their face value so far. It remains to be seen if owning…
Posted on February 28, 2025
As inflation continues to weaken the US dollar, investors across the country are seeking alternative currencies and investments that might retain the value of their wealth. Naturally, gold coins, rounds, and bars are popular vehicles for these kinds of moves. Another investment that has become increasingly favored for this aim are Goldbacks. This alternative currency…
Posted on February 26, 2025
Key Takeaways DOGE plans to audit Fort Knox’s 147.3 million ounces of gold, roughly 59% of the Treasury’s supply with a market value of $431 billion (at $2,930/oz). We estimate that a physical audit of the gold at the depository will take no less than 18 months to complete, with roughly 44,400 man-hours of work…
Posted on February 11, 2025
Key Takeaways Gold prices surged ~83% from February 2020 to February 2025, reaching an all-time high of $2,880.22 per ounce. Economic instability, inflation fears, and geopolitical events have been key drivers of gold’s price increases since 2000. Gold prices are a hot topic right now. Historically, gold prices have been influenced by several different economic…
Posted on February 11, 2025
There is an intrinsic relationship between the strength of the US dollar and the spot price for an ounce of gold. The spot price for gold hit an all-time high quite recently, but it may not immediately be clear why. This article is your guide to understanding the different factors that can change the price…