Why make coins out of silver instead of gold? The answer is actually pretty easy, silver is easier to work with than gold. The reason is that silver is harder than gold and not as likely to dent or be defaced. Gold coins are useful for large trades but silver is of a lower value. [...]
Of all forms of coinage, it is the silver coin that is considered to be the oldest. While there are some rare and historic examples of an individual precious metal coin, it is those made from silver that were the first in widespread usage by organized treasuries and governments. This means that it is actually [...]
There are those quiet millionaires out there, unassuming and downright dowdy, who make their millions through rigid investment methods and good old-fashioned frugal living. While a million won’t get you as far as it once did, it’s still nothing to shake a stick at. And for some, living on the cheap side is worth retiring [...]
Employee reward and incentive programs have existed for decades. In the 1950s, meeting a sales quota could land you a new watch from the company. Today, companies are looking for new and diverse ways to motivate employees beyond watches and clocks, and one impressive reward option is the Morgan silver dollar. The US Morgan silver [...]
Looking for a coin as an investment or collectible? Have you considered the beauty and value of the silver coin known as the American Eagle? It is a unique opportunity to invest in something that offers two types of value – intrinsic and extrinsic. What does that mean? When something has a value that is [...]