The Liberty Coin Act of 1985 brought to life one of the world’s most popular silver bullion coins. The Act authorized the minting of the popular American Silver Eagle coin. Learn how and why the Liberty Coin Act came about, what it called for, and how it compares to the Gold Bullion Act of 1985.…
What Is the Liberty Coin Act?DetailsIt’s always a good time to learn more about precious metals, but especially when National Coin Week rolls around. Join U.S. Money Reserve as we dive into the reasons to own gold, how gold compares to other popular asset classes, and more. What Are Gold and Silver? Gold and silver are two popular precious metals,…
Au or Ag? Learn the Basics of Precious MetalsDetailsEver wonder why no one talks about copper like they do gold and silver? And why don’t we see coins and jewelry made out of aluminum? The answers to these questions boil down to the differences between base and precious metals. Base Metals vs. Precious Metals Base metals are the workhorses of the metal world.…
What’s the Difference Between Base and Precious Metals?DetailsThe gold-to-silver ratio is at a near-record high—higher than it has been in many years. How did it get there, and what does it mean for you? U.S. Money Reserve gives you insights and details to help you better understand how silver and gold prices are performing and what their performance could mean for you.…
What Could a Record-Breaking Gold-to-Silver Ratio Mean for You?DetailsIt’s time to salute the roughly 18 million Americans who are military veterans—people who placed their lives on the line to protect our freedoms. Every year on November 11, we pause to reflect on the sacrifices made by our veterans. You’d be surprised how many ways there are to commemorate Veterans Day. You can participate…
Show Your Support for Veterans During U.S. Money Reserve’s Special SaleDetailsGold can be a powerful asset when held for an extended period in a retirement account like an IRA. Silver can, too—yes, physical silver. Learn which silver coins and bars are approved for IRA inclusion and how to get started with a Precious Metals IRA. What Types of Silver Can Be Included in an IRA?…
What Is IRA-Eligible Silver?DetailsYou bought gold and silver to help keep your family financially safer in times of turmoil. But now it’s up to you to safeguard your bars and coins until that time comes, which could be in 10 days, 10 years, or some time far in the future. How you store your precious metals will determine…
How to Safely Store Your Gold and SilverDetailsImagine if you owned stocks in only the tech sector—or shares of just a pharmaceutical company. If something terrible happened in one of those sectors, your portfolio probably wouldn’t fare very well. That’s why you typically own different types of stocks in various sectors. Ever considered protecting your precious metals portfolio using the same concept?…
Hedge Your Hedges: A Beginner’s Guide to Diversifying Within Precious MetalsDetailsYou’ve likely heard that gold prices are climbing and silver prices are keeping pace with gold. The price of gold has held above the $1,800/oz. mark, and the price of silver rose to its highest level in nearly three years on Monday, July 13, 2020. Does this mean you’re missing out on a potential opportunity…
5 Easy Steps to Start Building a Precious Metals PortfolioDetailsGold is found on every continent on Earth except Antarctica. But silver? More than 55% of silver is found on just 4 of the 7 continents. So how much silver really is in the world? How Much Silver Has Been Mined? To date, 1.74 million metric tons of silver have been discovered around the world,…
How Much Silver Is in the World?DetailsYou face many choices when you’re buying precious metals. From the type of metal you buy to where you buy it, the array of options can be dizzying. In this article, we compare and contrast four common precious metals—with just the facts—to help you make the right decision for your portfolio. Gold vs. Silver Gold…
How Does Gold Compare to Silver, Platinum, and Palladium?DetailsIf you’ve purchased precious metals consistently over the years, you’ve probably heard about the gold-to-silver ratio—especially when it breaks upward. With the ratio continuing to climb to new heights, now is one of the best times to pause and answer seven of the most commonly asked questions about the gold-to-silver ratio. Gold-to-Silver Ratio Q&A 1.…
Answers to the 7 Most Common Gold-to-Silver Ratio QuestionsDetails
