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MS-60. AU-55. G-4. What’s next, 007? MI-9? Not quite! When you examine a certified gold or silver coin, you aren’t looking at a secret code or the calling card of a British spy. You’re looking at letters and numbers from the Sheldon Scale, the de facto standard for coin grading that communicates important information to…

From the 1920's to 1964, the jingle jangle of pocket change sounded different in America. It even felt different. When you pulled out a few quarters to pay for a soda, you were paying with real silver coins made from 90 percent silver and 10 percent copper. Thanks to an increasing demand for silver and…

The Gold American Eagle depicts Lady Liberty, fearlessly gazing into America's future. The Canadian Gold Maple Leaf features the first portrait of Queen Elizabeth II to show her without a crown. The Gold American Buffalo features… who? The answer isn't as straightforward as you might think. The front of the Gold American Buffalo shows a…

You may already know how powerful certified proof coins can be when held for a long time. What you may not know, however, is what all the information on the coin's plastic slab means. There are numbers, letters, abbreviations, dates, and more. Understanding this printed information equips you with the knowledge you need to properly…

Gold and silver coins are visually stunning, which can make it tempting to pick them up, admire them, and show them off to friends and family. Doing so, however, could diminish a coin's condition and future profit potential. If you must touch, hold, or transport your gold or silver coins, learn how to do it…

Many people think that all coins are made the same way, just with different designs and out of different precious metals. This couldn't be further from the truth. Coins are minted in various ways and for different purposes to produce different finishes. Proof coins and uncirculated coins, for instance, are both wonderfully designed and carefully…

A nation's mint is generally responsible for producing the country's currency and has the government's consent to manufacture legal tender coins. Mints can also produce coin-related products, including proof, uncirculated, and commemorative coins, as well as silver and gold bullion coins. U.S. Money Reserve is committed to delivering only the highest quality precious metals products,…

Are Gold American Eagle Coins pure gold? How much are Gold Eagles? Why buy them? If you have questions about one of the U.S. Mint's most popular gold bullion coins, U.S. Money Reserve has answers. Check out our easy to follow American Eagle Q&A to learn more about a gold coin that symbolizes American tradition,…

When’s the last time you picked up a coin and really looked at it? You probably first noticed its condition, then its design. If you didn’t give it any more thought than that, you missed out! There’s a treasure trove of information on a coin, from its inscription to its motto. When you understand the…

You've read all about the power of physical gold as a safe haven, a means of wealth protection, and even a recession-proof asset. As serious as buying gold can be, however, it can also be interesting and fun! Keep these nuggets of gold knowledge in your back pocket to "wow" your friends and family, excel…

Rising global tensions. Looming trade wars. Market panic attacks! If there were ever a time to worry about your long-term financial security, the time is now. Experts anticipate gold prices in 2018 to top $1,400, if not $1,500 an ounce, due to geopolitical turbulence, supply constraints, and other factors. To help you prepare for what's…

The U.S. Mint makes not only coins but also history. Congress authorizes special U.S. Mint coin programs to celebrate and honor uniquely American people, places, events, and institutions, and to provide everyday citizens an opportunity to hold U.S. gold and silver as powerful financial assets. Coin programs can include circulating coins, uncirculated coins, proof sets,…