Today there are many kinds of silver coins to invest in and purchase, from countries all around the globe. Some of the most prominent silver coins include the Austrian Silver Vienna Philharmonic, British Silver Britannia, the American Silver Eagle, the Chinese Silver Panda, and the Canadian Silver Maple Leaf. Each one of these coins is [...]
Lady Liberty graces many coins with her presence, not to mention the famous Statue of Liberty. She is truly the nation’s first “celebrity”, and her presence today continues to be meaningful, inspirational and patriotic. Who is Lady Liberty and why is she depicted on so many U.S. gold and silver coins? Liberty coinage and culture [...]
For collectors, silver coins have become a more popular option with recent changes in the market. In spite of gold’s long history as the favorite of the precious metals market, the fluctuations in the market throughout 2010 and early 2011 have left some collectors wondering if it’s the right choice for them. Combined with the [...]
Happy New Year! That blank slate feels good, doesn’t it? So much possibility, so much room for innovation, invention, success. For those with an eye to the future, it’s also a time to review one’s investment portfolio. And for those that don’t have one yet, it’s a time to start making plans for investing that [...]
Collecting rare silver coins can be much more complex than collecting popular bullion coins or coins that aren’t as rare. Care and handling are important parts of preserving a coin’s value, especially when it’s rare. Understanding proper rare coin care will help you to protect your investment and keep your collection safe when in storage. [...]
The United States began minting silver coins in 1792, making the U.S. dollar the first minted dollar in the history of the country. In the ensuing decades, the United States Treasury, under the authority of Congress, has produced and circulated silver dollars off and on and off again. With each new edition of the silver [...]