Gold, silver, platinum, and palladium are all precious metals. Per the Royal Mint, three key factors are integral to this classification. First, “It must be a naturally occurring metallic element.” Second, “It must be rare.” Third, “It must be valuable.” When it comes to this third and final factor for gold, though, I want to […]
New Year’s Resolutions for Coin Collectors
First, I would like to wish all numismatists and their friends, family, and loved ones a healthy, happy, and safe new year! I hope the holiday season and start of the year has left you feeling refreshed. Second, I would like to offer a piece of encouragement to all professionals, collectors, beginners, and hobbyists looking […]
Exploring the Difference Between Refineries and Mints
Metallurgy, or the process of extracting metals and modifying them for use in our daily lives, is not only an artistic craft or scientific technique, but a well-established tradition in the precious metals industry that requires ingenuity, artisanship, and innovation. Britannica shares: “The present-day use of metals is the culmination of a long path of […]