This post was originally published in 2018. Fort Knox, KY. It's home to a well-known Army base, but it's also home to the U.S. Bullion Depository, which used to house a large portion of the country's official gold reserves. Does it still? As America's Gold Authority®, U.S. Money Reserve is here to shed light on this iconic American...
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 design evolved over time, from...
Whether born out of necessity or history, coin redesigns are relatively rare. There’s typically no predictable rhyme or reason to when redesigns happen. But when they do occur, they earn a place in what you might call the “Minting Hall of Fame.” Follow along as we take you on a guided tour of three high-profile coin redesigns that were...
PCGS stands for Professional Coin Grading Service, one of the most respected names in third-party coin certification. Such a distinction means that a PCGS coin label is more than a piece of paper. It's a guarantee of authenticity, quality, condition, and even satisfaction. If you're not sure why or how PCGS coins could benefit your...
The West Point Mint is one of the highest security mints in the nation. It's both a storage and manufacturing facility. What goes on inside this featureless concrete building surrounded by turrets? U.S. Money Reserve, America's Gold Authority®, is here to give you a peek inside. Learn about the history of the West Point Mint, which...
Ever wonder where your gold and silver coins begin their lives? How about your pocket change? America has official, coin-producing minting facilities from east to west, north to south. These facilities are some of the most popular and trusted coin minting facilities in the world. In order of date established, the mints are located in...
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...
It's been called classic and beautiful, a coin that recalls "a golden age of coin artistry." Meet the Gold American Buffalo Coin, one of the purest gold coins available and the nation's first-ever 24-karat gold coin. Hit the books and keep reading to learn how this coin made history and how its design honors America's legacy, plus how...
Proof American Eagle Coins are among the most esteemed coins produced by the U.S. Mint. With their frosted, sculpted foreground and glamorous shine, these ever-popular gold and silver coins naturally stand out. But Proof American Eagle Coins are more than just magnificent to look at—they can act as powerful means of wealth preservation,...
Brilliantly designed and widely revered, the Gold American Eagle Coin is acknowledged as one of the most beautiful gold coins ever struck, in part thanks to two American sculptors. Learn more about these artists, their designs, and how you can incorporate a symbol of American tradition and unity into your gold portfolio today. Designing...
When President Ronald Reagan signed the Gold Bullion Act of 1985, he changed American gold ownership forever. Without his foresight, U.S. gold might still be out of reach for many of today’s citizens. The Act called for the U.S. Treasury, via the U.S. Mint, to produce a family of gold bullion coins. It set forth specific guidelines...
Buying silver coins can be exciting. From their shine to their design, silver coins are intrinsically beautiful. How do they achieve such detail and what goes into the creation of a silver coin? Find out how some of the country's most popular silver coins are typically manufactured and what to pay attention to before buying silver...
