So 2014 was a mediocre year for the gold and silver markets. Gold ended lost and then gained to end up right where it started at, and silver lost a few dollars a troy ounce to end up hovering around the high $16 and low $17 mark. But what will 2015 bring to the market?…
The 1957b Silver Dollar Certificate can be worth as much as $160 USD. This piece of American History can be found in varying conditions and these conditions each have their own prospective values. Condition Value Uncirculated (UNC, 60-70) $140 Extremely Fine (EF, 50-58) $80 Very Fine (VF, 35-50) $40 Fine (F, 20-35) $15 Very Good…
The 1935-S Peace Dollar is an important and popular coin among numismatists, as it holds the distinction of being the last circulating silver dollar minted in the United States before the release of the Eisenhower Dollar in 1971. The Peace Dollar series was minted from 1921 to 1935, and it was designed by Anthony de…
The 1921The 1921 D Morgan Silver Dollar, struck at the Denver Mint, is a sought-after collectible from the renowned Morgan Dollar series. Composed of 90% silver and 10% copper, it has a diameter of 38.1 mm and weighs 26.73 grams. The mint mark is located on the reverse side above the ‘D’ in “DOLLAR.” Its…
The Silver Value Calculator from silvervalue.co is a nice tool that always gives you the current silver price (todays price) and then allows you to modify it to view historical data, and price variations based off weight. The site also has a list of some very good articles on coins and silver.
The 1957a Silver Dollar Certificate can be worth as much as $180 USD. This piece of American History can be found in varying conditions and these conditions each have their own prospective values. Condition Value Uncirculated (UNC, 60-70) $180 Extremely Fine (EF, 50-58) $95 Very Fine (VF, 35-50) $65 Fine (F, 20-35) $19 Very Good…
Here is a quick list of online coin marketplaces and dealers. Each offers a range of products some more bullion oriented than others. Pros and cons of each has been listed to quickly assist you in deciding which marketplace may best suit your needs. In general marketplaces allow you to sell your coins, while dealers…
Silver is a precious metal that has been used for centuries in various forms, including jewelry, tableware, and decorative items. Among the many types of silver, one lesser-known but still valuable alloy is 900 silver. This article will discuss this alloys advantages, common markings, history, and where to find genuine 90% items. 90% silver, also…
A Tangible Connection to America’s First Coinage and Paper Currency On August 22, 2022, a piece of early American history changed hands, captivating collectors and history enthusiasts alike. The rare circa 1670 Silver Caudle Cup, crafted by the renowned silversmith duo John Hull and Robert Sanderson Sr., was sold for an impressive $144,000. This exquisite…
If you’re a fan of antique silverware, you may have come across pieces marked with “800” or “80%” silver. This type of silver is known as 800 silver, and it has a long and interesting history. In this blog post, we’ll explore what 800 silver is, what it has been historically used for, and how…
