Precious metals provide an alternative investment not directly tied to the stock market or a similar platform. Instead, gold and other metals are natural and were highly valued since long before the current stock markets. One of the easiest ways to invest in precious metals is by purchasing bullion. Discover the numerous benefits of bullion…. View Article
Almost everyone has some items lying around their house that they can sell, and a significant number of these may be valuable collectibles. If you’re looking for some extra cash, here are five collectible items that you can often sell for nice sums. 1. Coins People have been collecting coins for centuries, and these remain… View Article
It’s the subject of countless books, plays, and movies — pirates on the hunt for stolen or buried treasure. The fictional creations of the book Treasure Island and even Disney’s Pirates of the Caribbean have made people wonder: is pirate treasure real? For coin collectors, pirate treasure can be an amazing addition to a collection, and it does exist. But… View Article
Those who have long dabbled in precious metal investments or ETFs may have some interest in expanding their collection to include physical bullion bars and coins as well. However, even those who have a background in coin collecting and precious metals can find their entry into this realm a bit overwhelming. How can you maximize… View Article
Remember when your history teachers lectured you and your classmates about the Gold Standard? Here’s a quick refresher in case you don’t remember. The Gold Standard is a monetary method that determines how much a nation’s currency is worth, depending on how much gold the country possesses as well as how much gold is worth… View Article
When you think of precious metals, you probably think of expensive jewelry, Tiffany’s boxes, or the intricate cogs of a pricey watch. But many people manage to find precious metals in unlikely places. Treasure seekers find rare coins using metal detectors, while bargain shoppers often find precious metal jewelry at pawn shops and consignment boutiques…. View Article
Colorado has many perks, from its beautiful scenery and top-notch ski resorts to the relatively low cost of living. But apart from offering a host of benefits to its residents, Colorado also plays an important national role: it’s one of the top gold-producing states in America. Colorado’s rich history of gold and silver mining goes… View Article
Many individuals are perplexed about the current low gold prices especially with all the madness in the world. It just doesn’t make sense. While the U.S Federal Reserve (Fed) has backed off from printing money, the other major central banks continue to print. While sovereign debt around the wold continues to explode, most countries still… View Article
Most people who own or trade gold have a higher price in mind, a price determined by what they think the metal is worth in dollar terms. That’s normal. However, some make a leap from the fact that gold doesn’t trade at this price today, to belief in manipulation. Short sellers—who are sometimes supposed to… View Article
Russia continues to amass more gold in its reserves with the purchase of another 34.2 tonnes in September, bringing its total to around 1,353 tonnes – or around 13% of its total foreign exchange reserve figure. This is Russia’s second highest monthly total purchase in six years and represents yet another indicator of its continuing… View Article
