Oct 15, 2025 | Coin Collecting, Coin Shows, Coins, Currency, Gold Coins, Precious Metals, Silver Coins, Type Coins, Uncategorized, US Coins, World Coins
It is easy to assume that the value of a coin rises and falls only with the price of gold or silver. After all, bullion markets are constantly in the news and coins are often made of the same metals. The truth, however, is far more complicated. While the precious...
Oct 1, 2025 | Coin Collecting, Coin Shows, Coins, Online Auctions, Precious Metals, Silver Coins, Type Coins, Uncategorized, US Coins, World Coins
Collectors often think of coins as permanent, solid pieces of history. But even metal has vulnerabilities. Over time, air, moisture, temperature, and human handling can quietly eat away at the value of a coin collection. Protecting your coins from environmental damage...
May 30, 2025 | Coin Collecting, Coin Shows, Coins, Online Auctions, Precious Metals, Silver Coins, Stamp Auctions, Stamp Collecting, Stamps, Uncategorized, US Coins
Selling a coin or stamp collection for the first time can feel like entering unfamiliar territory. Whether the collection is a family heirloom, part of an estate, or something you’ve casually assembled over time, you likely have questions about how to proceed. That’s...
Aug 26, 2024 | Coin Collecting, Coin Shows, Coins, Currency, Exonumia, History, Numasmatics, Precious Metals, Silver Coins, US Coins
Whether you’re a seasoned coin collector or a curious newcomer, attending a numismatic event can be one of the most rewarding experiences in your journey. These gatherings offer a unique opportunity to connect with fellow enthusiasts, expand your knowledge, and...
Nov 12, 2015 | Coins, Gold Coins, Precious Metals, Silver Coins, US Coins
Gold and Silver coins Although collectors and dealers refer to coins by their “metal names” most countries no longer use precious metals in everyday coins. Gold, silver, and other precious metals are only used in bullion or commemorative coins today. For example, the...
