History behind the Gold American Eagle Coins have been minted in the United States for hundreds of years, and from 1795 to 1933 gold coins were struck and used as money on a daily basis. Gold coins were limited in their quantity; they came in several different series and designs, they vary from as low as $1 dollar all the way up to $20 (face value). President Roosevelt held a confiscation in 1933 and recalled all gold coins from public circulation. Once these coins were collected the Treasury Department melted them. Fort Knox Kentucky holds a huge amount of 400-ounce gold bricks … [Read more...]
A Guide To Selling Gold Coins
Gold has instant liquidity in many parts of the world. Gold is also a currency that is recognized worldwide and has been for thousands of years. An ounce of gold is used as a standard to value all of the currencies of the world against. No matter where you go you will be able to turn on the market news or do an internet search to find out what an ounce of gold is trading for that day in the local currency. Many dealers may wish to bid on your coins should you decide to liquidate, however it is suggested to develop a relationship with a trusted and established gold trading firm. Quite often … [Read more...]
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