Read valuable and timely articles from our executive team of experts to further your precious metals and coin knowledge.
Where there’s data, there’s insight. Learn what gold prices tend to do around election time and the financial lessons we can apply before we head to the ballot box on November 3, 2020. How Do Presidential Elections Affect Gold Prices? According to TV station KOMO, gold prices typically soar in the month of September before…
The use of gold in medical treatments dates back to 1890 when German bacteriologist Robert Koch discovered that gold compounds could curb the growth of the bacteria that causes tuberculosis. Today, gold compounds are being tested and used to detect and treat several types of cancer, curb rheumatoid arthritis pain, and fight HIV and malaria.…
“Is your trip really necessary?” That was a slogan used by the Office of Defense Transportation (ODT), a government agency temporarily established in 1941 during World War II. The ODT sought to reduce gas consumption and overall internal travel in the United States in order to increase supplies needed for the war effort. One of…
In the world of commercial real estate, one mantra stands out above all others: “Location, location, location.” When it comes to your portfolio, the overriding theme is “Diversification, diversification, diversification.” Diversification is one of the key principles of managing wealth. It can help prevent big losses if similar asset classes drop in market value in…
Today marks the 75th anniversary of the last day of the battle at Iwo Jima. Stories of heroism are more important than ever. In today’s world, it is important to remember that when times are tough and when the odds seem overwhelming, we can endure, and we can overcome. The bravery and sacrifice of the…
Times are uncertain. Markets are in a state of flux. It might feel like the right financial move is difficult to see. If you’ve made some money moves that feel more like regrets, read on. We’re here to empower you with some tips for turning financial trials into triumphs and helping you better avoid financial…
“I’m just a bill. Yes, I’m only a bill. And I’m sitting here on Capitol Hill.” You heard the Schoolhouse Rock! song in grade school. Now it’s time to revisit the jingle with a look at gold legislation that could someday become law. From a push to get back on the gold standard to a…
Americans are tough. We have proven time and time again that we, as a nation, have the fortitude to weather hardships. Once again, our country is being tested, and we will not let our spirits be crushed. It is through ingenuity and perseverance that America has become the great country it is today. That same…
From portraits of historical figures to regal depictions of animals, the images etched on North American coinage display the nation’s history and natural beauty. Move your coin knowledge from the forest floor to the canopy and learn about the symbolism of natural elements on gold and silver coins. The History of Coin Symbolism It is…
Of all the Irish myths that exist, the story of leprechauns and their pots of gold seems to have infiltrated American culture the most. You can’t go anywhere around St. Patrick’s Day without seeing posters of rosy-cheeked, red-haired fairies sliding down rainbows into cauldrons of gold coins. What’s the origin of the pot of gold…
On February 23, 1945, a photograph was taken of six U.S. Marines raising the American flag on the highest point of Iwo Jima. You’ve likely seen the photo, but have you really seen the men in the picture? Do you know their identities? Their stories? Until recently, most of the world didn’t. Join us as…
Are recent setbacks in the economy only hiccups during a period of sustained growth or the start of a significant decline? Even the experts agree it’s hard to tell, but when your money is on the line, this uncertainty can be crushing. Anyone paying attention to the markets knows that the last few weeks have…
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