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The price of rhodium has soared recently. What about this precious metal makes it so appealing, and what’s behind the recent rhodium frenzy? Learn more about this unique precious metal as we share various global insights. What Is Rhodium? According to the Live Science website, rhodium is a silver-white metallic element that’s highly reflective and…

Do you think you have to be a chemist to understand how gold transforms from a “rock” in the ground into the American Eagle you hold in your hand? Think again! We’ll walk you through how gold is refined and processed and highlight the key role that the U.S. Mint plays in producing some of…

A rare and precious material crashes onto our planet from the far reaches of space. Its beauty inspires artists and leaders of nations alike, and millions of people hold on to it for generations. It sounds like the plot of a summer blockbuster, right? But it isn’t. What we’re talking about here is physical gold.…

Resolute Mining Ltd. anticipates 30% higher gold production in 2020. Other mines predict production upticks, thanks to improved technologies and efficiencies. Where might gold production and, in turn, gold prices go in 2020? Read on to find out. Australia Anticipates “Milestone” Increases Australia-based Resolute Mining predicts it will produce 500,000 ounces of gold in 2020,…

Ever wonder why our nation’s coins proclaim, “In God We Trust”? Or what prompted the creation of the U.S. Mint? American history is punctuated by critical pieces of overlooked legislation that shaped and continue to shape gold coins, silver coins, and circulating coins as we know them. Here, we break down seven of America’s most…

Identifying effective ways to save for retirement requires three critical components: a personalized approach, careful strategic thinking, and a plan capable of spanning 10 years or more. That’s not as hard as it may sound. To prove it, we’ll walk you through four simple ways you can help boost your retirement savings, even if you’re…

Some people think of gold as treasure. For others, it’s a financial haven. But is gold money? Yes and no. The answer is complicated. Follow along as we revisit the history of gold as currency and weigh the characteristics of gold that make it similar to money (and those that make it different). Is Gold…

In an environment of ultra-low interest rates, people should consider gold as a replacement for bonds, the World Gold Council advises. In fact, the Council recommends looking at increasing exposure to gold as part of a diversified portfolio. In October 2019, the World Gold Council noted that as central banks have shifted to an “easy”…

To help plan for your long-term financial well-being, you need to know what’s ahead, economically, politically, and otherwise. Some market analysts believe the U.S. is in for a recession. Others dismiss that belief as nonsense. Still others predict 2020 will be the most volatile year in history, with or without a recession. What major political…

Coin grading is the process of determining the condition of a coin and assigning it a number from 1 to 70 to indicate its grade. As simple as coin grading sounds, it provides the owner of a graded coin with more benefits than a typical bullion coin. Why is this? The reason is rooted in…

Lady Liberty is a universal sign of freedom. Her name conjures visions of immigrants hungry for a new life and a torch raised high against the New York City skyline. Before she was known as the Statue of Liberty, though, Lady Liberty first graced the face of American coins. Learn how and why Lady Liberty’s…

For many, gold’s allure can be hypnotic. It drives desperate people—even entire nations—to commit dangerous gold heists. Despite facing an array of security obstacles, some people succeed with their crimes. The past century alone has given us some of the biggest gold heists ever. As America’s Gold Authority®, we break down the most noteworthy ones…