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Coins and bullion are only good so long as you can keep them secure. Many collectors have had their precious metals compromised, leading to irreparable damage and/or loss. Learn how to safely secure your gold and silver, and even how to transport your coins and bullion if necessary. With these tips... Read More
The process of extracting precious metals from the Earth is called mining. Mining is important because it directly affects the market supply for gold, silver, and other metals. Explore different types of mines and mining techniques, along with answering some fundamental questions around the mining ... Read More
The properties of precious metals such as gold, silver, platinum, and others are important in not only the development of bullion but other important applications as well. Learn how and why precious metals are “precious” and the properties they possess that make them useful in applications from jew... Read More
Gold, silver, palladium, and other precious metals have stood the test of time as store-of-value assets. For centuries, precious metals have been used for trading, collecting, and investing across almost all civilizations globally. If you want to start considering these investments for your portfol... Read More
There is much more to coins than storing them away in a dark place for future use. Caring for coins and understanding their value make the collecting process more enjoyable and rewarding. Learn the ins-and-outs of coin collecting, including how to identify good coin investments, what to do if a coi... Read More
A quarter might not buy you what it used to, but it still makes for a great collector’s item. The quarter dates back to 1796 and leads up to the Washington Quarter that we have today. Furthermore, there are limited edition quarters designed throughout the years that make for a great addition to any... Read More
Its name comes from one of the metals used in its production. But nickels weren’t always made from their namesake. In fact, nickels have more of a diverse history than you might think. And while their current usage might be waning, they are still as popular as ever for their collectible value. Read More
The 50-cent piece is the largest of all coins currently in circulation. But John F. Kennedy wasn’t always the face of the coin, which dates back to 1794. In fact, there are a variety of half-dollar coins that don’t just range in design, but metal composition too. Read More
Want to hear what the experts have to say about coins and precious metals? Take a look at these resources from expert professionals in the industry provided to you by BullionMax. Read More
Easily the smallest and thinnest of all U.S.-coins, dimes take their name from a French word for ‘tenth part’. Since 1792 the dime has been used as a unit of currency, and its most recent design is the longest-running in U.S.-history. But what dimes lack in weight they make up for in collectible va... Read More
The lowest-denominated U.S.-minted coin, cents have gone through a long and winding journey that began with Benjamin Franklin and led up to today’s design. These coins will continue to hold their value for collectors no matter what the future holds for the coin. Read More
The American eagle series is the iconic U.S. precious metals coin series since its release in 1986. Eagles have featured the same individual designs on both gold and silver coins for the last 34 years. However, that is soon to change. A new design and anti-counterfeiting measures will become standard on new American eagle coins... Read More
In the precious metals business, the question, “Is gold money?” comes up a lot. Why? I think a lot of people who buy gold bullion for the first time are understandably anxious about their purchase. They just exchanged a significant stack of dollars for a relatively small, dense item whose “value” (at least its spot... Read More
When you buy gold bullion coins for the first time, you’re presented with a math puzzle. Take, for example, the 1/2 oz American eagle gold coin. These numbers are accurate right now, but the first two will change – for the purposes of our illustration, though, they really don’t matter. 1/2 oz American eagle gold... Read More
The physical precious metals market is a weird one, and silver sometimes feels as if it's trying to be the weirdest out of that group. You probably know that investment-grade silver bullets are a thing. Then we get to "junk silver" coins, or what is increasingly coming to be known as formerly junk silver. What's... Read More
It is interesting to look back to Dominic Frisby's analysis where the expert laments platinum's recent price shortcomings, one of several of Frisby's pieces on platinum group metals worth reading. Dated a little over a year ago, Frisby covers all the points that applied back then: historically, platinum was priced at 1.25 the price of gold, yet... Read More
A few things about history have to be said before delving deep into it. We'll avoid Napoleon's quote and instead say that history should be taken with a grain of salt. And we generally have a worse idea of what transpired the further we go back, especially when talking centuries. An example being... The times... Read More
Buffalo nickels are among the most popular collectors' coins. These coins have a fascinating history and had only the minimum 25-year run, adding to their intrigue and value. You might find several versions of the buffalo nickel, many of which are extremely valuable. History of The Buffalo Nickel President Theodore Roosevelt spearheaded the project of... Read More
Entry points, entry points... Why is it that an asset with centuries of doing exactly what it's supposed to still suffers from the search for entry points? And really, is there any point in buying gold unless you can pile bars on by the kilo? Let's take a look at two investors on what can... Read More
With the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth got a new monarch: King Charles III. He had been next in line for the throne for many decades, so these countries and their sovereign mints have had plenty of time to prepare for the transition. While Charles's visage was expected to eventually... Read More
Just a few years ago, we could dismiss de-dollarization as Russian phenomenon. It's waging a quiet war with the West and dumping dollars to evade sanctions. Russia being Russia and all that. That's no longer the case. These days, wherever we look, we keep hearing about BRICS. Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. The... Read More
That numismatics coins appeal to bullion investors and the other way around is one of the many reasons why we like the physical precious metals market. But what's the difference? Which one is right for you? Staunch proponents of either side can easily confuse you, so we'll try to give you a neutral overview and... Read More
America the Beautiful silver coins are notable for a few reasons. Besides their patriotic tint, they might be the only real competitor from the U.S. Mint to the iconic Silver Eagle. They're also huge. Their 5oz-a-piece size means that they probably won't ever truly compete with the Eagle because they're, well, not that easy to... Read More
Nothing like a little hard data to shine a light on market trends. What are the five most popular silver items in our inventory for the last quarter of 2022? Care to take a guess? Will our most popular silver be your typical and expected coins and bars, or could some unusual or unique items... Read More
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