Chief Procurement Officer and Master Numismatist John Rothans has been a key fixture in the numismatic industry for over 30 years. Rothans joined U.S. Money Reserve as a consultant in 2004, eventually becoming Chief Procurement Officer and overseeing all wholesale operations, new product lines, and coin strategy. Rothans is credited with the development, production, and distribution of proprietary product offerings, including U.S. Money Reserve’s best-selling Pearl Harbor and Iwo Jima coin series.
What is the gold-silver ratio, and why does it matter? To understand the relationship between silver and gold, it may help to first understand the gold-silver ratio (GSR). This ratio is one of the many key indicators used by seasoned precious metals holders and financial managers to help determine the right time to buy silver…
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 metals…
Today you can buy just about anything online, including precious metals like gold bullion bars and coins. However, buying gold online might not be as simple as other purchases you’ve made in the past. The process of buying gold may depend on the reason you’re purchasing gold coins and bars. But no matter how you…
Research from the Investment Company Institute (ICI) found that more than 40% of households owned an IRA in 2022. Are you part of this group but considering what more you could do to help increase the strength of your retirement portfolio? If so, a gold IRA rollover might be a good option. This gold IRA…
Are you paying down debt? Smart. Want to spend more quality time with your family? That’s also a great idea. And saving for retirement? Another one! How about building retirement savings through a self-directed IRA? Learn why that may be an ideal option to add to your list of retirement strategies. Self-Directed IRAs Offer Flexibility…
You can find the palladium price at any time posted at the top of all our web pages or by visiting our Palladium Price Chart. In recent years, Palladium has stolen the spotlight from other precious metals, at times becoming the highest-priced metal on the market. What has historically driven palladium to new heights, and…
Thinking of adding gold coins to your portfolio? If you’re looking to purchase precious metals, there are many types of gold coins you can buy, each with their own benefits and features. But which are the best gold coins to buy? How do they differ? It’s easy to get overwhelmed as a new buyer with…
It’s likely you’re familiar with the merits of owning gold, both inside and outside an individual retirement account (IRA), even if you don’t own gold yourself. However, when it comes to platinum, fewer people understand the important role it can play, especially in a well-diversified IRA. According to Trevor Raymond, director of research at the…
How Can I Tell If Gold Is Real? If you recently purchased or inherited gold, whether in the form of gold coins, bullion, or jewelry, you may be curious about how to tell whether that gold is real. Gold is a rare commodity, and you only want to add real, genuine gold to a portfolio.…
Troy Ounce Defined A troy ounce is a unique weight used for precious metals and gems. It is based on a 12-ounce pound instead of a traditional 16-ounce pound, which means that a troy ounce actually weighs more than a standard (or imperial) ounce. How many grams are in a troy ounce? A troy ounce…
For first-time gold buyers, the variety of gold coins available for purchase may seem overwhelming. The same holds true for first-time silver buyers. But with a little extra information, anyone can find the right silver coin for their precious metals portfolio and budget. Here are five great silver coins for first-time silver buyers. 1 oz.…
Do you own gold? If so, you’ve taken a great first step towards diversifying your portfolio with precious metals. But owning precious metals can involve far more than just buying gold. If buying gold is one great move, another is diversifying within your precious metals holdings just as you would within your stock and bond…
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