Abraham Lincoln appears on the penny, Thomas Jefferson is on the nickel, Franklin D. Roosevelt is featured on the dime, George Washington adorns the quarter-dollar, and John F. Kennedy is honored on the half-dollar. Ever wonder how certain presidents ended up being featured on American coins? Read on to learn about each president’s...
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What Are Bullion Coins?
If you’re new to precious metals, you’re probably unfamiliar with the verbiage and industry terms used to describe various assets. Fortunately, there are companies like U.S. Money Reserve with resources that can walk you through the basics. For example, bullion coins may be a great starting point for you if you’re building a precious...
What Does Mintage Mean for Coins?
Mintage means more than the process of producing coins. The word “mintage” also refers to the maximum number of a specific coin that has been produced. According to the Royal Canadian Mint, mintage can range from 10 to 65,000 and beyond. Silver American Eagles, for example, often have mintages in the tens of millions. Once a certain...
What Is a First Strike Coin?
When shopping for new gold and silver coins to further diversify a precious metals portfolio, you might encounter the term “First Strike.” But what is a First Strike coin? Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS), one of the world’s top third-party coin certification companies, generally uses this term as a special designation for new...
Do Gold Coins Tarnish? Tips for Taking Care of Gold Coins
Gold coins can be a great addition to a financial or retirement portfolio. Plus, it’s easy to take care of the precious metal because gold does not tarnish. Head with us down the yellow-metal road as we explain why gold coins don’t tarnish and how to take care of your gold coins. Do Gold Coins Tarnish? Gold coins do not tarnish. But...
How to Tell If a Coin Is a Proof Coin
One gold coin is just like the next, right? Not so fast. When it comes to coins made from gold and other precious metals, you’ll spot not-so-subtle differences between proof coins and bullion coins. But how do you tell them apart? As America’s Gold Authority®, we’re here to explain how to know if a coin is a proof coin or a bullion...
A 5-Step Guide: How to Gift Coins to a Loved One
Sure, you can give cash or gift cards as holiday gifts. But doesn’t everyone do that? Why not unwrap a more rewarding gift-giving spirit by wrapping up gold or silver coins for your loved ones? “Frankincense and myrrh aren’t setting the commodities markets on fire, but gold is in high demand—as both a Christmas gift and [an asset]—for...
How to Successfully Travel With Silver or Ship Silver
Your granddaughter lives 1,200 miles away, and you want to surprise her with a holiday gift of silver coins. Meanwhile, your youngest son lives 700 miles away, and you’d like to give him silver bars for the holidays. Whether you’re going to travel to visit your granddaughter or son or plan to ship those silver treasures to them, you...
The 2021 Type 2 Silver Eagle Has Landed at U.S. Money Reserve
The American Silver Eagle coin has undergone its first major facelift in 35 years with the 2021 Type 2 coin release. And U.S. Money Reserve has all the details. See what’s changed, what hasn’t, and why there’s so much to love about American Eagle coins—especially the Silver Eagle. >> Original 2021 Proof Silver American Eagle Type...
Learn How Silver Proof Coins Are Made at the San Francisco Mint
You like to know a company’s history before you buy its stock, where your accountant went to school, and what inspired your favorite author’s new novel. You’re curious and thoughtful, especially when it comes to how you spend your time and money. Why not get to the bottom of where your silver coins come from, too? Learn how some of the...
Have You Seen the All-New 2021 Gold American Eagle Design?
In honor of the series’ 35th anniversary, the U.S. Mint introduced new reverse designs for the first time in the history of the American Eagle coin. See what has changed, what hasn’t, and why there’s so much more to love about American Eagle coins. New Design for the Gold American Eagle To mark the 35th anniversary of the American Eagle...
What Is the Liberty Coin Act?
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. The Origin of the Liberty Coin Act The...