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Platinum American Eagle Coins Returning?

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Since 2008, the popular American Eagle bullion coin program has not seen the release of any platinum coins other than the one-ounce proof coin. But, that may change in 2012, as the United States Mint considers ushering in the return of the full line of platinum Eagle coins. Platinum American Eagle coins were first minted in 1997, and had been a favorite coin for tens of thousands of portfolio and IRA investors and coin collectors. Platinum Eagle coins are .9995 fine and were offered in … [Read more...]

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The Value Of Popular U.S. Silver Coins

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Silver coins have long been a popular investment vessel. Because of the bullion content, the value of many silver coins fluctuates based on the metals market. Many of the most common silver coins – despite their high mintages – have gone up in value drastically over the years because of huge increases in the price of silver (though, historically, they have seen periods of price decreases, too). Silver coins are popular among many not only because they are one of the cheapest types of … [Read more...]

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5 Cheap Gold Coins For Coin Collectors And Investors

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Gold coins have always been a favorite among coin collectors but, in recent years, gold prices have been surging. In fact, as of this writing, gold coin prices stand at around $1,500 per ounce, and that means that it’s getting pretty expensive for most people to buy even one hold coin – let alone a whole collection of them! So where are the cheap gold coins? Are there any inexpensive gold coins available? While prices for gold coins across the board are up from over a few years ago, … [Read more...]

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Walking Liberty Half Dollars: Among The Most Beautiful Coins Ever Made

Walking Liberty half dollars, made from 1916 to 1947, just may very well be the most beautiful coin ever made. The Walking Liberty half dollar, decades after the last rolled out of the United States Mint, remains a classic silver coin which collectors love. In fact, the Walking Liberty design is so popular, the U.S. government revived the design in 1986 and placed it on American Silver Eagles.   … [Read more...]

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Collecting & Investing In American Silver Eagles

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When the United States Mint began selling American Silver Eagles in 1986, it had started a new era in American numismatics and investing. Other nations, like Canada and South Africa, had already been in the business of making bullion coinage for its citizens by the mid-1980s. However, the United States' bullion program, which originally included gold and silver (it later added platinum coins, too) started a buying frenzy not only among hard core investors but also numismatists, who … [Read more...]

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Beware: Gold-Plated Coins Abound On The Market

All that glitters isn't always solid gold. That's the message that many coin collectors need to heed when shopping for gold coins. While the United States Mint and many other mints around the world -- both public and private -- strike solid gold coins (like the American Gold Eagle, the Canadian Maple Leaf, and the South African Krugerrand), there are several offers for 'gold' coins that really are only gold-plated. When shopping for gold coins, make sure you're buying 'solid' gold and not … [Read more...]

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Know What You’re Paying For U.S. Mint Coins With This Gold Price Chart

Find out how much the United States Mint will charge you for gold and silver bullion coins using a silver or gold price chart.The U.S. Mint price chart includes prices for gold, silver, and platinum bullion coins.It's a helpful way of knowing how much you'll need to pay for certain coins you buy from the U.S. Mint! … [Read more...]

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9 Of The Most Popular & Rarest Coins Collectors Go Gaga Over

Even though many coin collectors can't afford to purchase rare coins, numismatists of every budget still knowing which coins are the rarest coins. Of course, like so many things, rarity is a matter of relativity. In certain cases, many coins collectors consider rare are, in absolute numbers, rather plentiful. Even certain pieces that have been minted well into the thousands are still considered rare because there simply are nowhere nearly enough coins of certain dates available to satisfy … [Read more...]

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BULLION REPORT: Silver & Gold Sales Increased For U.S. Mint In March 2010

While bullion metals values continue to coast upward, silver and gold sales seem to be on a bit of a roller coaster ride -- at least as far as the United States Mint is concerned. The U.S. Mint reports 102,000 ounces of gold coins were sold in March 2010. This is down from the 136,500 ounces of gold the U.S. Mint sold in March 2009 but up from the 84,000 the mint pushed out its doors in February 2010. Meanwhile, silver sales at the U.S. Mint are going through the roof! 3,381,000 ounces of … [Read more...]

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Collecting Double Eagles: Beautiful Gold Coins Popular With Coin Collectors

Collecting double eagles is a popular goal for coin collectors with a bit of money to spend. Double eagles are large gold coins (larger than a half dollar) that have a face value of $20. However -- don't go spending any double eagles should you find some! They're worth much more than just $20... In fact, double eagles are worth about $1,300 right now just for their gold alone. The collector value of most double eagles makes many of them worth $1,400 to $1,800 and up. Double eagle gold coins … [Read more...]

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