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…
Unearthing the World’s Most Astonishing Coin Treasures There have been some remarkable treasures unearthed in the past, a few more astounding than others. This fun little article details five extraordinary coin hoards and their discoveries. From England’s Hoxne Hoard to the Atocha Shipwreck off the coast of Florida. If this becomes popular we’ll be certain…
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…
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…
950 silver is a silver alloy that contains 95% pure silver and 5% other metals, typically copper. The “950” in its name represents the proportion of pure silver per 1,000 parts of the alloy. This composition provides a balance between the beauty of pure silver and the durability of other metals, resulting in a more…
The table below shows an example of the U.S. dollar’s declining purchasing power over the last 50 years. Year Consumer Price Index (CPI) Purchasing Power (Relative to base year) 1970 38.8 1.00 1980 82.4 0.47 1990 130.7 0.30 2000 172.2 0.23 2010 218.1 0.18 2020 260.2 0.15 US Dollar Purchasing The table below shows an…
10 Most Effective Uses A Conductor Like No Other Silver’s conductive properties set it apart from other less conductive metals, making it the preferred choice in various applications where efficient electrical transmission is crucial. With the highest electrical conductivity of any element, silver can transmit electric currents with minimal energy loss, ensuring optimal performance in…
A Blast from the Past and a Glimpse into the Future Gold and silver market prices have always been an important indicator of the global economic stability. This article explores 2023 market conditions for gold and silver, compares them to a previous decades, and predicts their future performance. Additionally, we detail how these precious metals…
CoinBin.com has taken a new and forward thinking approach detailing currencies and precious metals. They has created an online resource for those interested in Numismatics, Precious Metals, and of course the ever popular Cryptocurrencies. Their website has news articles, articles, coin data, as well as current rates on precious metals. Data appears to update every…
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?…
