Americans interested in investing in precious metals often ask about doing so through an IRA, or Individual Retirement Account. But what exactly is an IRA and can and IRA hold numismatic coins like American Silver and Gold Eagle Proofs?
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Coin collecting can be fun and for many can become a lifetime passion. If done correctly, it can be a profitable activity, too. This article looks at the things that you should (and shouldn’t) do with your rare coin collection
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The U.S. Mint, which has existed for 228 years, produces circulating coinage, bullion coins, numismatic coins and medals, is the nation’s sole manufacturer of legal tender coinage and the world’s largest coining facility.
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Though the proposed program remains popular with collectors, the bill never gained much support in Congress. Just before the year ended, the Congress passed the Law Enforcement Commemorative Coin Act and earlier in the year it passed the Christa McAuliffe Commemorative Coin Act.
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Within 5 days of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, U.S. Mint Director Eva Adams authorized work to begin on a new silver half dollar with a likeness of the slain president.
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Bullion Shark is proud to announce its sweepstakes for a 2020 (P) Emergency Issue Silver Eagle PCGS MS70 First Strike. One lucky winner will receive the most popular Silver Eagle of the year – with a $229 value!
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Next year, when the series turns 35, there will be a new reverse design on bullion versions of the American Gold Eagle that will also feature state of the art anti-counterfeiting measures that are being developed.
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There are almost as many different ways to collect Silver Eagles as there are coins in the series, which now number over 100 different issues. So where do you start?
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Gold coins have always had a special allure as a store of value and hedge against currency depreciation and because of their beauty. And in times of economic crisis like today, they also serve as a safe haven and asset diversifier, especially at a time when equity market volatility remains heightened.
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An unexpected modern rarity has emerged as a result of the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on production of the U.S. Mint’s flagship silver bullion coin series, the American Silver Eagle.
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The reality today is that not only have precious metal prices recovered, especially gold which continues to hover around $1700-1750, but demand for physical gold coins, has exploded to levels most sellers have never experienced.
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Even if you are relatively new to coin collecting, you probably already know that the value of a coin is directly tied to its condition. But what are Mint State Coins?
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The 1964 Kennedy Half Dollar was met with tremendous success as many Americans wanted to save the coin as a memento. As a result, the Kennedy Half Dollar became one of the most successful half dollar coin programs in the history of the U.S. Mint.
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Will the U.S. Mint Stop Producing it’s Burnished Silver Eagles in 2021? Bullion.Directory precious metals guest post 27 January, 2020 By Nick Adamo President at Bullion Shark LLC The Burnished […]
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How Do I Know What My Rare Coin Collection is Worth? Bullion.Directory precious metals guest post 25 January, 2020 By Nick Adamo President at Bullion Shark LLC Many people inherit […]
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Your rare coin collection is something you should be proud of. It is likely part of your “nest egg.” You have spent some of your hard-earned money to build a unique and impressive coin collection, so it is important that you keep it safe.
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In 2019, the United States Mint was doing their year-end audit and discovered a leftover inventory of 2016 Proof Silver Eagles that was not accounted for. 183,781 coins were found in what is now called “The West Point Mint Hoard.”
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Years ago, premiums over spot gold were significantly higher than they are today. Premiums over spot for common date $20 Saint Gaudens, Gold Liberties, and Gold Indians were sometimes north of 20-30%. Now, they can be found for less than a 10% markup over spot.
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Could we be looking at modern rarities in their infancies? Why are we seeing such low mintage Silver Eagles? The answer is simple. Many coin collectors are either buying less of each type of Silver Eagle or are only choosing to buy one over the other.
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With a total mintage of only 110,000 coins, the Silver Eagle from the Pride of Two Nations Set became one of the lowest mintage Silver Eagles of all time. It is no wonder why this set sold out completely a day of its release. However, it would soon be overshadowed by its sister coin…
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Years ago coins were bought uncertified, or as many call it “raw.” This was standard practice for collectors until the first grading service, ANACS, was founded in 1972
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Morgan Silver Dollars and American Silver Eagles are two of the most popular rare coins available today. Bullion.Directory precious metals guest post 31 January, 2016 By Nick Adamo President at […]
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Do you buy bullion or invest in rare coins and collectibles? Bullion.Directory precious metals guest post 25 January, 2016 By Nick Adamo President at Bullion Shark LLC People who buy […]
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What differentiates each type of Silver Eagle and which is more suitable for the investor? Bullion.Directory precious metals guest post 23 January, 2016 By Nick Adamo President at Bullion Shark […]
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