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Dec 30, 2015, 07:55 AM
2015 American Buffalo gold sales third highest
Sales in 2015 of the American Buffalo 1-ounce gold bullion coins are the third highest annual total since the series was introduced the third week of June 2006. -
Dec 29, 2015, 12:30 PM
Physical demand for gold to rise in 2016
Gold dealer and market forecaster Mike Fuljenz believes physical demand for gold in 2016 is expected to climb over 2015 levels. -
Dec 26, 2015, 14:00 PM
Top 10 Stories of 2015 American Eagle silver sales
2015 was the year of the silver American Eagle, with the U.S. Mint selling 47 million coins, more than any other previous year. -
Dec 22, 2015, 14:45 PM
Gold, silver coins since 1976 focus of new book
"American Gold and Silver: U.S. Mint Collector and Investor Coins and Medals, Bicentennial to Date" is written by Dennis Tucker and being put out by Whitman. -
Dec 22, 2015, 14:23 PM
Gold nuggets offered in Heritage FUN auction
If you like gold, but not necessarily in coin form, then Heritage Auctions has alternate options — gold nuggets. -
Dec 22, 2015, 10:13 AM
Expect strong bullion sales again in 2016
So far in December, 2,000 ounces in gold bullion coins (American Eagle and American Buffalo combined) have been sold, along with 2.3 million ounces of silver. -
Dec 16, 2015, 08:15 AM
No more 2015 American Eagle silver bullion from Mint
And then there were none. The U.S. Mint exhausted its remaining inventory of 2015-dated American Eagle silver bullion coins Dec. 15. -
Dec 14, 2015, 05:15 AM
Mint adds to 2015 silver Eagle annual total
The U.S. Mint sold 68 percent of its final weekly allocation of 1.13 million 2015 American Eagle silver bullion coins Dec. 14. -
Dec 11, 2015, 08:58 AM
Obama's signing of silver law the week's top story
Treasury Department and U.S. Mint officials have authority to change the 90 percent silver and 10 percent copper alloy used for commemorative silver dollars. -
Dec 8, 2015, 08:45 AM
Wine and Fort Knox caper: From the Memory Bank
Beth Deisher shares the story of how U.S. Mint Director Mary Brooks and Coin World Editor Margo Russell absconded with gold from Fort Knox. -
Dec 4, 2015, 19:00 PM
How much bullion has U.S. Mint sold in 2015?
Both gold and silver American Eagle bullion sales in 2015 have been significantly higher than 2014, according to U.S. Mint figures. -
Dec 4, 2015, 10:30 AM
Mint sales of silver American Eagles break record
Demand for American Eagle silver bullion coins in 2015 has been like no other in the nearly three decades the coins have been struck and sold by the U.S. Mint. -
Dec 3, 2015, 15:41 PM
All platinum Proof American Eagles sell in minutes
The U.S. Mint sold all 4,000 Proof 2015-W American Eagle platinum $100 coins Dec. 3 in less than 10 minutes at $1,200 per coin and just one coin per customer. -
Dec 3, 2015, 10:00 AM
2015 Saratoga 5-oz. silver bullion quarter sells out
The U.S. Mint sold out of its inventory of 2015 Saratoga National Historical Park 5-ounce silver bullion coins Nov. 30. -
Nov 30, 2015, 13:40 PM
Silver American Eagle bullion coin sales break record
The U.S. Mint's 2014 sales record of 44,006,000 American Eagle silver bullion coins was surpassed Nov. 30. -
Nov 30, 2015, 10:55 AM
2015 American Eagle gold 1-ounce coins gone
The United States Mint has sold out of its remaining inventory of 2015 American Eagle 1-ounce gold bullion coins. -
Nov 25, 2015, 15:30 PM
Proof 2015 platinum American Eagle sales
Sales by the United States Mint of the Proof 2015-W American Eagle 1-ounce .9995 fine platinum coin are scheduled to begin at noon Eastern Time Dec. 3 -
Nov 25, 2015, 07:00 AM
1996 American Eagle silver bullion coin rare
As early as March of this year, Coin World was predicting that the 2015 American Eagle silver bullion coins would reach record production levels. -
Nov 24, 2015, 09:26 AM
Silver Eagle sales record on verge of falling
The U.S. Mint's 2014 sales record of 44,006,000 silver American Eagle bullion coins is on the verge of being surpassed the week of Nov. 30. -
Nov 23, 2015, 15:39 PM
Silver Eagles Contribute Heavily to Worldwide Demand
Silver coin demand during calendar 2015 is projected to increase 21 percent over 2014, to 129.9 million troy ounces. -
Nov 17, 2015, 14:47 PM
2015 America the Beautiful silver sales to be second highest
One coin remains in the 2015 America the Beautiful 5-ounce silver bullion coin program and already the year is the second highest in terms of sales since 2010. -
Nov 17, 2015, 13:58 PM
2015 American Eagle tenth-ounce gold bullion coin sells out
The 2015 American Eagle tenth-ounce gold bullion coin has sold out and no more will be struck, according to the United States Mint. -
Nov 16, 2015, 16:22 PM
Heritage Auctions sells coin silver in November 12 sale
Heritage Auctions' Nov. 12 sale including examples of American Coin Silver, brought total prices realized of $629,599. -
Nov 13, 2015, 15:42 PM
2015 quarter ounce gold American Eagles sold out
The U.S. Mint informed its authorized purchasers Nov. 13 that the bureau's inventory of 2015-dated quarter-ounce gold American Eagle bullion coins are sold out. -
Nov 13, 2015, 14:38 PM
Saratoga 5-ounce silver bullion quarter dollar up next
Authorized purchasers can begin placing orders beginning Nov. 30 for the 2015 Saratoga National Historical Park 5-ounce silver bullion quarter dollars. -
Nov 13, 2015, 08:10 AM
Silver bullion in demand in many forms worldwide
When collectors search for their silver lining, a multitude of product choices awaits them, as well as a variety of sources and ways to hold their investment. -
Nov 12, 2015, 10:24 AM
Here's what 1.7 million ounces of gold looks like
The video below recently took off on our Coin World Facebook page, garnering more than 120 shares. People like to see millions of ounces of shiny gold. -
Nov 11, 2015, 09:25 AM
Positive Case made for gold in current environment
Positive Case made for gold in current environment -
Nov 10, 2015, 15:19 PM
Nearly 92 percent of weekly silver Eagle bullion coins sell
Nearly 92 percent of the U.S. Mint's weekly allocation Nov. 9 of 1,107,500 of the 1-ounce silver American Eagle bullion coins were recorded sold the same day. -
Nov 4, 2015, 16:22 PM
2015 American Eagle bullion sales, in one infographic
Through 10 months, American Eagle silver bullion sales are just out in front of 2014's record-setting pace. -
Nov 3, 2015, 08:44 AM
'The Terminator' debuts on Reverse Proof silver medallion
Celebrating over 30 years on the silver screen, “The Terminator” is newly released in .999 fine silver. -
Nov 3, 2015, 08:17 AM
64 percent of available silver Eagles November 2 sell
The U.S. Mint sold 763,500 silver American Eagle bullion coins Nov. 2. -
Oct 29, 2015, 13:53 PM
Gold-seekers go hunting in a California storm drain
A pair of gold-diggers were heard, but not seen, panning for gold in the storm drain beneath a restaurant in Auburn, CA. -
Oct 29, 2015, 13:40 PM
2015 gold American Eagle bullion sales already beyond 2014 total
October has not been a strong month for American Eagle gold bullion coin sales, though total 2015 sales have already surpassed 2014’s total. -
Oct 25, 2015, 07:00 AM
Check your 1998 American Eagles: Guest Commentary
A wrong planchet error, a 1998 American Eagle silver dollar struck on a commemorative silver dollar blank, was discovered in 2013. Is there another? -
Oct 23, 2015, 07:15 AM
Perth Mint, APMEX partner to launch Oriana gold bar, again
The Perth Mint on Oct. 12 announced the return of its popular Oriana gold bars as an exclusive product from American Precious Metals Exchange -
Oct 21, 2015, 11:23 AM
Nearly five dozen categories of gold bars
The market for gold doré bars, a semi-pure alloy of gold and silver, usually created at the site of a mine, has become highly competitive globally. -
Oct 21, 2015, 10:21 AM
Wall Street back on gold bandwagon
Fuljenz says he predicted long ago that Wall Street would probably give up the first $100 gain in gold before it got on the gold bandwagon, as it has. -
Oct 21, 2015, 07:59 AM
Sales of silver American Eagles climbing toward new record
Add another 886,000 silver American Eagle bullion coins to the U.S. Mint's calendar year 2015 sales total. -
Oct 16, 2015, 08:31 AM
Check out the top five stories of the week on CoinWorld.com
This week's most read stories include a blog post seeking silver 1916 centennial coins, and an update on the 2017 and 2018 Native American dollar designs. -
Oct 14, 2015, 11:17 AM
Sunshine Mint producing silver planchets at capacity
Tom Power, president, CEO and owner of Sunshine Minting, says production of silver products at Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, and Las Vegas is running at capacity. -
Oct 14, 2015, 09:05 AM
Weekly American Eagle silver coin allocation update
Authorized purchasers placed orders Oct. 13 with the U.S. Mint for 845,500 of the 1 million American Eagle silver bullion coins available for the week. -
Oct 13, 2015, 08:10 AM
Silver bullion coins on allocation at major national mints
Unprecedented industry-wide phenomenon points to considerable tightness in the silver coin business. -
Oct 13, 2015, 07:11 AM
Gold kilo bar marks first year of online bullion from Royal Mint
The Royal Mint marks the first year of its online bullion platform by offering a cast kilogram gold bar for investors. -
Oct 12, 2015, 14:17 PM
Goldline launches legal tender gold bar that acts like coin
The Royal Canadian Mint's first-ever .9999 fine tenth-ounce gold bullion legal tender bar offers the same benefits as legal tender coins. -
Oct 10, 2015, 08:04 AM
Selling silver for melt value not always smartest move
During the surge of the spot price of silver leading up to the $50 an ounce in February 1980, it was a common sight to find people selling family heirlooms. -
Oct 7, 2015, 13:21 PM
American Eagle silver bullion continues sales at record pace
American Eagle silver bullion coin sales by the U.S. Mint continue at a record-breaking pace. -
Oct 7, 2015, 10:20 AM
India overtakes United States as largest silver importer globally
India has overtaken the United States as the world’s largest importer of silver. -
Oct 7, 2015, 09:06 AM
China and Russia buying massive amounts of gold
The People's Bank of China is amassing tons of gold in an apparent effort to become the gold trading center of the world. -
Oct 7, 2015, 08:40 AM
12th International Gold and Silver Conference set for May in Peru
World experts in precious metals will descend on Lima, Peru, May 17 and 18, 2016, for the 12th International Gold & Silver Symposium. -
Oct 2, 2015, 15:37 PM
American gold Eagle bullion coin demand causing delays
The U.S. Mint sold more coins during the third quarter of 2015 than the entire first half of the calendar year, according to Mike Fuljenz. -
Sep 30, 2015, 10:41 AM
Authorized purchasers buy weekly allocation of silver Eagles
American Eagle silver bullion coin sales continue to climb with the weekly allocation Sept. 28 of 1 million coins selling out in two days. -
Sep 29, 2015, 15:34 PM
United States Mint exhausts supply of Bombay Hook bullion
Authorized purchasers bought all the 5-ounce quarter dollars in the first 24 hours. 2015 Saratoga National Historical Park coins are next, beginning Nov. 30. -
Sep 29, 2015, 08:45 AM
Sales of American Buffalo gold bullin coins ahead of 2014
American Buffalo 1-ounce $50 gold coin sales by the U.S. Mint in 2015 are running slightly ahead of 2014 levels for the first nine months of the year. -
Sep 23, 2015, 14:50 PM
Five Ounce Silver Bombay Hook coins ready for sale
The U.S. Mint's authorized purchasers will be able to place orders Sept. 28 for the 5-ounce silver bullion Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge quarter dollars. -
Sep 22, 2015, 16:25 PM
'Challenge coin' chess goal of Kickstarter effort: Coin World Buzz
Patriot Coins USA has set a goal to raise $45,000 in the next 26 days to finance producing a chess game that uses military challenge medals as game pieces. -
Sep 22, 2015, 13:36 PM
American Eagle silver $1 allocation again reduced, most purchased
The U.S. Mint's authorized purchasers appear poised to continue to purchase whatever weekly allocation the bureau provides them. -
Sep 21, 2015, 13:43 PM
Jack Hunt Coin Broker named gold and silver authorized purchaser
The United States Mint has notified Jack Hunt Coin Broker, Inc., it has been approved as an authorized purchaser of gold and platinum bullion coin. -
Sep 18, 2015, 15:24 PM
Platinum planchet shortage could delay 2015 production
Production of 2015 platinum American Eagles could be further delayed if sufficient planchets cannot be secured. -
Sep 18, 2015, 10:14 AM
Silver $1 allocation lowered, JFK set released: Week’s Most Read
It’s time to catch up on the week that was in numismatic insights and news. Coin World is looking back at its five most-read stories of the week. -
Sep 15, 2015, 10:19 AM
United States Mint silver Eagle allocation down 19 percent
The U.S. Mint's authorized purchasers were allocated 19 percent fewer 2015 American Eagle silver bullion coins for the week beginning Sept. 14. -
Sep 14, 2015, 09:05 AM
Coin-melting small section of silver recycling market
Recycling of silver through the melting of silver coins is estimated to climb worldwide in 2015 compared to 2014, but drop in the following two years. -
Sep 11, 2015, 11:53 AM
Purchasers snap up 1 million American Eagle silver bullion coins
When the U.S. Mint announced the weekly allocation of American Eagle silver bullion was 1 million coins, orders were immediately placed for 90 percent of it. -
Sep 4, 2015, 09:31 AM
Royal Mint Museum Curator Kevin Clancy authors UK sovereign book
The gold sovereign is one of the more revered coins in the UK. -
Sep 2, 2015, 12:58 PM
How much gold and silver has the U.S. Mint sold so far in 2015?: American Eagle gold and silver bullion coin sales are up for the first 8 months of 2015 against the same period in 2014, according to U.S. Mint sales figures.
American Eagle gold and silver bullion coin sales are up for the first 8 months of 2015 against the same period in 2014, according to U.S. Mint sales figures. -
Sep 2, 2015, 02:15 AM
Sales open at slow pace for Lady Bird Johnson First Spouse gold
The Proof and Uncirculated 2015-W First Spouse $10 gold coins went on sale at noon Eastern Time Aug. 27 by the U.S. Mint. -
Sep 1, 2015, 08:24 AM
American Eagle silver coin sales on record pace
American Eagle silver bullion coin sales by the U.S. Mint continue on their record pace, with another 4,935,000 coins recorded sold during the month of August. -
Aug 28, 2015, 11:47 AM
Silver American Eagles remain on allocation
Authorized purchasers are still placing large orders for 2015 silver American Eagle bullion coins with the U.S. Mint to meet customer demand. -
Aug 26, 2015, 12:46 PM
Week's allocation of American Eagle silver bullion coins sells out
The U.S. Mint's authorized purchasers will have to wait until Aug. 31 to learn the bureau's next weekly allocation of American Eagle silver bullion coins. -
Aug 26, 2015, 10:00 AM
Powerful gold demand creates shortages at mints worldwide
Volatility in the price of gold is stressing production capacities of many of the world's mints to produce bullion coins, even the U.S. Mint's American Eagles. -
Aug 25, 2015, 11:35 AM
American Eagle silver $1 sales strong despite allocation decrease
Authorized purchasers are still placing large orders with the U.S. Mint for 2015 American Eagle silver bullion coins, to meet customer demand. -
Aug 21, 2015, 09:09 AM
Feds returning Liberty Dollars; ANA bidding war: Week's Most Read
Also this week, collectors fumed over the handling of the Eisenhower Coin and Chronicles release, and Rhett Jeppson discussed the U.S. Mint's future plans. -
Aug 20, 2015, 13:54 PM
The Silver Institute announces speakers for October conference
Notable industry leaders will address delegates at the Silver Industrial Conference, hosted by The Silver Institute Oct. 28 and 29 in Washington, D.C. -
Aug 19, 2015, 17:30 PM
Denver Coin Club celebrates 80th with struck souvenirs
To celebrate its 80th anniversary in 2015, the Denver Coin Club commissioned private minter Daniel Carr to strike commemorative medals. -
Aug 19, 2015, 11:37 AM
Sales continue to climb for American Eagle silver bullion coins
Sales of American Eagle silver bullion coins by the U.S. Mint continue under ration as the U.S. Mint seeks to regulate supply in harmony with demand. -
Aug 19, 2015, 11:17 AM
Federal government to return millions in Liberty Dollars
Millions of dollars in Libert Dollar private voluntary barter currency medallions and related property seized by federal authorities in 2007 will be returned. -
Aug 19, 2015, 10:35 AM
U.S. Mint American Eagle gold coin sales dipping in August
Through Aug. 18, 26,000 ounces of American Eagle gold bullion coins were sold to the Mint's authorized purchases. -
Aug 19, 2015, 10:10 AM
Royal Canadian Mint debuts device that detects counterfeit bullion
The Royal Canadian Mint is now offering a device called Bullion DNA that verifies the authenticity of Maple Leaf silver and gold bullion coins. -
Aug 12, 2015, 10:30 AM
Official Papal Visit Medal available at ANA World’s Fair of Money
Sculptor-engraver Don Everhart created designs for PAN's silver and bronze medals marking Pope Francis' visit. Northwest Territorial Mint produced them. -
Aug 7, 2015, 14:55 PM
Investment demand for silver American Eagles tests market
Investment demand for physical silver, especially American Eagle silver bullion coins, is stretching the ability of suppliers to meet demand. -
Aug 3, 2015, 15:16 PM
Silver American Eagle bullion sales climb for third straight month
The monthly total came during a July that saw a 20-day halt on sales beginning June 7 caused by a depleted supply. -
Aug 3, 2015, 14:51 PM
July American Eagle gold bullion sales more than double June's
Total Mint American Eagle gold bullion sales through the first seven months of 2015 are up significantly over the same period last year. -
Aug 3, 2015, 13:32 PM
Royal Mint launches Proof 2015 Britannia silver, gold collection
Britain’s Royal Mint on July 15 launched its new Britannia 2015 Proof coin collection in .9999 fine gold and .999 fine silver. -
Aug 2, 2015, 10:41 AM
Numismatic researcher investigates gold find
Every child dreams of buried treasure: digging, until your shovels pierce a rotted chest, and a rivulet of gold coins spills into the fresh dirt. -
Jul 29, 2015, 16:35 PM
Mint sells out of 2015 Blue Ridge Parkway 5-ounce silver coins
The U.S. Mint reported July 29 that its inventory of 2015 Blue Ridge Parkway 5-ounce silver bullion coins was sold out. -
Jul 28, 2015, 18:15 PM
Here's what the West Point Mint's bullion vault looks like
What does a bullion vault look like? Coin World senior editor Paul Gilkes shared just that on Facebook late last week. -
Jul 28, 2015, 16:35 PM
Silver American Eagle bullion coin sales resume with vengeance
The U.S. Mint resumed sales July 27 of 2015 American Eagle silver bullion coins after a three-week interruption, selling 1,323,500 of the coins. -
Jul 28, 2015, 10:40 AM
World silver demand increases during first half of 2015
Through the first half of this year, silver experienced increased demand for jewelry and important industrial applications. -
Jul 27, 2015, 17:51 PM
Gold and silver both down Monday evening
The price of gold stands at $1,094.50 Monday evening, down $5 from where it began the day. Silver dropped 20 cents to $14.54. -
Jul 23, 2015, 09:06 AM
American Eagle gold bullion sales in July highest since April 2013
The U.S. Mint has already sold more ounces of American Eagle gold bullion coins in July than it has in any month over the last two years. -
Jul 22, 2015, 08:22 AM
Physical gold and silver buying getting stronger
July 21 Mike Fuljenz Metals Market Report notes low prices reduce gold mining production but increase demand. Long-term, gold is destined to rebound. -
Jul 20, 2015, 12:45 PM
U.S. Mint resuming American Eagle silver bullion sales July 27
The U.S. Mint plans to resume sales of American Eagle silver bullion coins to its authorized purchasers July 27, following a three-week sales suspension. -
Jul 18, 2015, 11:38 AM
America's gold rushes from Georgia to Alaska: California
While the Appalachian gold strikes were the first in the United States, they were dwarfed by the California Gold Rush. -
Jul 17, 2015, 10:21 AM
America's gold rushes from Georgia to Alaska shaped history
A curious 12-year-old, a sharp-eyed builder and three lucky Swedes touched off three of America’s greatest gold rushes, changing the U.S. and its coinage. -
Jul 16, 2015, 07:35 AM
World's Fair of Money, FUN show slabs enjoy solid secondary market
David Schwager sold for $78.88 a 2009-D Lincoln, Formative Years cent in a PCGS holder noting that it came from the PCGS luncheon at the FUN show. -
Jul 14, 2015, 17:45 PM
CONECA Doubled Die silver art bars selling fast
Collector interest is strong for silver bars showing how a 2015 Lincoln, Doubled Die cent might look. -
Jul 13, 2015, 18:15 PM
Gold and silver prices both fall Monday: Precious metals, July 13
The price of silver stands at $15.50 Monday evening, after a 12-cent dip Monday. Gold fell $5.30 to $1,157.50. -
Jul 13, 2015, 12:15 PM
Palladium coin program attempts to sneak into Mint's back door
Stealth legislation falsely purports cost savings for silver programs, really requires striking palladium coins. -
Jul 9, 2015, 16:50 PM
U.S. standard silver alloy may change: Week's Most Read
Also this week, a set containing a Reverse Proof Truman Presidential dollar sold out in 15 minutes, while Canada melted down the last of a gold hoard. -
Jul 8, 2015, 17:38 PM
Gold and silver prices bounce back slightly Tuesday, July 8
The price of silver stands at $15.12 Tuesday evening, up 8 cents after falling down 71 cents Monday. Gold rose $3 to $1,158.00. -
Jul 7, 2015, 17:46 PM
Prices of silver and gold both drop on Monday, July 7
The price of silver stands at $15.04 Monday evening, down 71 cents from where it began the day. Gold tumbled $14.80 to $1,155.00. -
Jul 7, 2015, 10:13 AM
2014 American Eagle gold bullion sales top half million ounces
The U.S. Mint announced July 7 it recorded total combined sales of 519,500 ounces of 2014 American Eagle gold bullion coins. -
Jul 7, 2015, 07:15 AM
1933 executive order on gold not total
I am curious about the Gold Recall Act of 1933. I find this law appalling and very unfair, especially as the country was at the depths of the Great Depression. -
Jul 1, 2015, 23:45 PM
Strong gold American Eagle sales in June follow 3 down months
Sales of the U.S. Mint's American Eagle gold bullion coins totaled 76,000 ounces in June 2015, up from 21,500 ounces in May. -
Jun 29, 2015, 17:48 PM
Gold and silver prices both up Monday, June 29
The price of silver stands at $15.76 Monday evening, up 1 cent from where it began the day. Gold rose $5.90 to $1,180.10. -
Jun 29, 2015, 08:40 AM
Royal Canadian Mint may create ‘stampede’ with silver bullion coin
The Royal Canadian Mint's latest silver bullion coin, a half-ounce $2 coin, honors the Calgary Stampede rodeo. -
Jun 26, 2015, 18:16 PM
Price of gold up, silver and platinum down: June 26
The price of gold stands at $1,174.20 Friday evening, up $1.30 from where it began the day. Silver dropped 9 cents to $15.75. -
Jun 25, 2015, 17:33 PM
Gold and silver prices both down slightly Thursday
The price of silver stands at $15.88 Wednesday evening, up 4 cents from where it began the day. Gold dropped $3.00 to $1,175.00. -
Jun 24, 2015, 17:46 PM
Silver up slightly Wednesday, June 24; gold down slightly
The price of silver stands at $15.88 Wednesday evening, up 4 cents from where it began the day. -
Jun 23, 2015, 17:33 PM
Gold and silver prices down Tuesday evening: Precious metals
The price of silver stands at $15.84 Tuesday evening, down 33 cents from where it began the day. -
Jun 22, 2015, 18:21 PM
Price of silver up slightly Monday, while gold is down
The price of silver stands at $16.17 Monday evening, up 9 cents from where it began the day. Gold dropped $14.40 to $1,185.90. -
Jun 19, 2015, 18:01 PM
Gold, silver prices drop slightly Friday: Precious metals prices
The price of gold stands at $1,200.30 Friday evening, down $1.70 from where it began the day. Silver dropped 7 cents, while platinum rose $3. -
Jun 19, 2015, 12:03 PM
1997-W American Eagle gold coin gets 'First Strike' boost
This "First Strike" $50 gold bullion coin is a conditionally rare modern issue that recently brought an exciting price because of registry set collecting. -
Jun 18, 2015, 17:43 PM
Price of gold shoots up nearly $17 Thursday
The price of gold stands at $1,202.00 Thursday evening, up $16.90 from where it began the day. -
Jun 17, 2015, 18:10 PM
Gold, silver and platinum all up Wednesday evening
Coin World gives you a quick look at how precious metals performed Wednesday. -
Jun 17, 2015, 10:00 AM
Current sales of Proof 2015 Buffalo half of 2014 total
Current sales recorded by the U.S. Mint for the Proof 2015-W American Buffalo $50 gold coin are half of the 2014 final totals. -
Jun 16, 2015, 18:32 PM
Gold, silver and platinum all down Tuesday
The price of gold stands at $1,181.50 Tuesday evening, down $4.70 from where it began the day. -
Jun 15, 2015, 05:16 AM
Gold and silver prices, June 15
The price of gold stands at $1,186.20 Monday evening, up $4.90 from where it began the day. Silver rose 12 cents to $16.07, while platinum fell $7 to $1,086. -
Jun 11, 2015, 10:07 AM
The current gold slump is a global trend: Coin World Buzz
"Gold sales from Australia’s Perth Mint ... tumbled in May to the lowest in three years," Bloomberg reports. -
Jun 10, 2015, 07:55 AM
Ingots are an older form of Mint 5-ounce silver bullion pieces
If you are a coin dealer, collector, or just a numismatic enthusiast, chances are good that you have encountered a U.S. government issued silver bar before. -
Jun 8, 2015, 11:41 AM
Grading service encounters fake gold American Eagles
NGC encountered a submission of gold American Eagle bullion coins that included two 2012-dated $50 face value 1-ounce gold coins that turned out to be fakes. -
Jun 2, 2015, 15:07 PM
Turkey political crisis deepens, domestic gold prices surge
The recently published gold bullion import total for May, of less than 10 tons, highlights some of the challenges facing the Turkish gold market. -
Jun 2, 2015, 13:58 PM
Dillon Gage offers precious metals trading around the clock
Beginning June 1, 2015, Dillon Gage Metals became the first in the U.S. to extend trading hours for precious metals to 24 hours a day, five days a week. -
Jun 2, 2015, 12:45 PM
Mixed messages sent for the word gold
The word "gold" has meanings both positive ("good as gold") and negative ("gold digger"). -
May 29, 2015, 09:57 AM
Counterfeit bullion designs improving, American Buffalo sales down
An Ohio coin dealer reports receiving eight counterfeit American Eagle 1-ounce gold bullion coins of different dates. -
May 28, 2015, 15:35 PM
U.S. Mint lifts silver American Eagle allocation limits June 1
On June 1, authorized purchasers may purchase as many American Eagle silver bullion coins as they desire. -
May 27, 2015, 14:33 PM
Counterfeit American Eagle gold bullion coins better quality
An Ohio coin dealer reports receiving eight counterfeit American Eagle 1-ounce gold bullion coins of different dates among 120 coins submitted by a customer. -
May 27, 2015, 11:47 AM
Sales sluggish for 2015 American Buffalo gold coins
May sales by the U.S. Mint to its authorized purchasers of 2015 American Buffalo 1-ounce gold $50 bullion coins continue to be sluggish. -
May 26, 2015, 07:55 AM
Gold a longtime synonym for value
This week I start a series on gold and gold coins. -
May 20, 2015, 09:44 AM
1870-S Seated Liberty dollar $500k at Gardner Auction
One of the higher rated coins available -
May 20, 2015, 09:01 AM
2014 American Eagle, Narrow Reeds tenth-ounce gold coin sells
Discoverer reports selling one of the two known examples of the 2014 American Eagle, Narrow Reeds tenth-ounce gold bullion coins May 14 in a private sale. -
May 20, 2015, 08:32 AM
Proof 2015 silver Eagle sales reach half of previous year total
U.S. Mint sales of Proof 2015-W American Eagle silver dollars have reached slightly more than half the total recorded for the 2014-W issue. -
May 19, 2015, 15:45 PM
Bullion Exchanges Releases 2015 E=mc2 Reverse Proof Silver Coin
Bullion Exchanges and the world class refinery Royal Canadian Mint are pleased to release the 2015 1 oz. Canadian Maple E=mc2 Privy Reverse Proof Silver Coin. -
May 11, 2015, 16:06 PM
You bought it: March of Dimes sets, 1843 Seated Liberty dollar
We like to ask Coin World Facebook fans and Twitter followers to share about the numismatic acquisitions they've made recently. -
May 7, 2015, 14:50 PM
Explorers say they've found 'Capt. Kidd's treasure' off Madagascar
An item discoverers believe to be treasure that belonged to a 17th century pirate has been discovered off the coast of Madagascar. -
May 7, 2015, 09:00 AM
Silver Institute releases World Silver Survey 2015
In 2014, silver coin and bar purchases remained at historically high levels, primarily due to growth in silver coin demand in several key markets. -
May 7, 2015, 08:19 AM
Half-ounce gold American Eagle lowest sales among 2015 Proofs
Sales by the United States Mint of the half-ounce gold Proof 2015-W American Eagle $25 coin are the lowest among the Proof gold American Eagle options for 2015. -
May 5, 2015, 07:00 AM
Slayed Dollar Zombucks theme trades on famous silver dollar design
The Slayed Dollar, the eighth and current Zombucks design, trades on the design of a famous American silver dollar, the Trade dollar. -
May 4, 2015, 15:32 PM
Treasure hunter Tommy Thompson had 500 gold coins sent to Belize
Tommy Thompson pleaded guilty to contempt of court, but investors want contempt proceeding to continue so the coins can be recovered. -
May 4, 2015, 06:30 AM
Starving Liberty Zombucks puts Standing Liberty on a diet
The Starving Liberty Zombucks design features an emaciated version of Hermon MacNeil's Standing Liberty quarter dollar design. -
May 2, 2015, 08:30 AM
Before the gold eagles: 1980’s medal series often forgotten
Before American Eagles, a five-year series of half-ounce and one-ounce gold medals were struck at the West Point facility, from 1980 to 1984. -
May 1, 2015, 07:00 AM
Feast dollar Zombucks brings death to Peace dollar design
The Feast dollar Zombucks round brings death to Anthony de Francisci's famous Peace dollar design. -
Apr 30, 2015, 08:40 AM
A dark day for Weinman’s design on Murk Diem Zombucks rounds
It's a dark day for Adolph Weinman's popular Winged Liberty Head design, as the Zombucks series interprets it as Murk Diem. -
Apr 28, 2015, 11:59 AM
Sales-tax exemption for rare coins, precious metals sought in Ohio
The Ohio Precious Metals Association has been trying to obtain a sales-tax exemption for rare coins, paper money and precious metals since its founding in 2013. -
Apr 27, 2015, 13:15 PM
You bought it: 'Cheap' silver American Eagles, Ike dollars
"Silver prices dumped Friday, so Silver Eagles were cheap over the weekend," Facebook fan Larry Thomas wrote. -
Apr 25, 2015, 08:00 AM
Morgue Anne dollar sends George Morgan’s design to its deathbed
The Morgue Anne "dollar" from Provident Metals' Zombucks series is a twisted tribute to George Morgan's popular design. -
Apr 23, 2015, 15:35 PM
Uncirculated 2015-W American Eagle gold coin on sale April 30
The United States Mint will accept orders for the Uncirculated 2015 American Eagle 1-once gold coin beginning on April 30 at noon Eastern Daylight Time. -
Apr 23, 2015, 15:29 PM
Real pirate treasure highlights Sedwick auction April 29, 30
What may be the only coin from an authentic wrecked pirate ship is re-entering the marketplace, in Daniel Frank Sedwick LLC's April 29 and 30 auction. -
Apr 23, 2015, 13:00 PM
Walking Death design pays twisted tribute to Weinman’s Walker
Adolph Weinman's famous Walking Liberty design receives a makeover in the Walker, the first design in the Zombucks series of copper and silver rounds. -
Apr 22, 2015, 10:00 AM
Anti-money laundering deters gold trading in Belgium
A sharp decline in gold trading in Belgium since last year is attributed to laws restricting cash transactions, designed to deter illegal money laundering. -
Apr 22, 2015, 08:00 AM
NGC certifies 2014 tenth-ounce gold Eagles with narrow reeds edges
Numismatic Guaranty Corp. has verified the first two reported examples of 2014 American Eagle tenth-ounce gold $5 bullion coins exhibiting Narrow Reeds edges. -
Apr 18, 2015, 09:00 AM
Private mint sells apocalyptic 'currency'
A modern series of copper and silver bullion from Provident Metals gives a popular culture twist on famous American coin designs. -
Apr 17, 2015, 10:45 AM
Becoming a ‘bullionaire': affordable world silver bullion abounds
World silver abounds in affordable sizes, meaning any collector can become a "bullionaire." -
Apr 14, 2015, 14:41 PM
Royal Mint fractional gold Britannia bullion coins now available
The Royal Mint's new fractional sizes of gold Britannia bullion coins are due to be released at the end of April. -
Apr 10, 2015, 10:16 AM
Aluminum cent ruling announced, bullion 'mule' error discovered
Coin World is looking back at its five most-read stories of the week, according to reader metrics, for the week of April 3 to April 10. -
Apr 9, 2015, 15:46 PM
SS Central America discoverer hopes to restart treasure hunting
The following is the text of a news release issued April 9 by Benjamin G. Dusing, attorney for SS Central America treasure hunter Thomas G. "Tommy" Thompson. -
Apr 6, 2015, 13:16 PM
Gold still compares favorably with stocks and inflation
Mike Fuljenz from Universal Coin and Bullion releases Metals Market Report April 6. -
Apr 6, 2015, 11:34 AM
American Buffalo Proof coins go on sale Thursday
Coin World gives you a brief look into the happenings around numismatics. -
Apr 6, 2015, 09:48 AM
'Mule' error discovered in Mexico's Libertad bullion series
A "mule" error with Mexico's silver Libertad bullion coin series has been authenticated nearly 16 years after it was issued. -
Apr 3, 2015, 08:45 AM
Valuable nuggets: Gold Bullion Company is selling golden nuggets
These aren't your average chunks of gold -
Apr 2, 2015, 12:50 PM
Government calls in American gold
As the world’s economy was collapsing, Frederick Simpich explored the nature of gold in the April 1933, issue of National Geographic Magazine. -
Mar 31, 2015, 13:59 PM
United States Mint reports Homestead silver bullion sellout
Mint officials announced March 31 a sellout of the 2015 Homestead National Monument of America 5-ounce silver bullion coin. -
Mar 31, 2015, 10:16 AM
Virginia passes sales tax exemption legislation
Virginia passes sales tax exemption on gold, silver, platinum. -
Mar 27, 2015, 09:08 AM
Bowers on Kennedy half dollar, U.S. Treasury gold valued at $11B
Coin World is looking back at its five most-read stories of the week, according to reader metrics. -
Mar 25, 2015, 12:45 PM
Book value of gold held by Treasury tops 11 billion dollars
The latest book value of gold owned by the United States Treasury tops $11 billion. -
Mar 25, 2015, 12:15 PM
Congo bullion coins being issued by Kremnica Mint in Slovakia
The Kremnica Mint is Slovakia is issuing silver and gold bullion coins for the Republic of Congo, depicting masks from around the world. -
Mar 25, 2015, 09:51 AM
Silver Eagle sales on track to break 2014 record
Should the U.S. Mint maintain its monthly sales average for American Eagle silver bullion coins, the bureau is on track to eclipse 2014’s record. -
Mar 21, 2015, 08:50 AM
April 9 opening day of sales for 2015 American Buffalo Proof
The U.S. Mint will open sales for the Proof 2015-W American Buffalo 1-ounce gold $50 coins at noon Eastern Daylight Time April 9. -
Mar 17, 2015, 16:50 PM
Anglo-Saxon, Viking pennies, silver hoard coming to auction
Spink offers the Ryedale or Eboracum Hoard of Viking and Anglo-Saxon silver in an auction March 25 and 26. -
Mar 17, 2015, 06:00 AM
Perth Mint releases venomous bullion coin
Perth's unique new release features a particularly dangerous creature. -
Mar 12, 2015, 07:30 AM
No Philadelphia Mint Labels For Certified 2015 Silver Eagles
None of the major grading services will be encapsulating 2015 American Eagle silver bullion coins as Philadelphia Mint strikes without concrete evidence. -
Mar 9, 2015, 09:55 AM
Australian gold prospector willing to part with 87 ounce nugget
Australian gold prospector Mick Brown says he's willing to part with his newly discovered 87-ounce gold nugget. -
Mar 3, 2015, 08:00 AM
Central banks buy 477 metric tons of gold
The world's central banks, led by Russia, purchased 477 metric tons of gold during calendar year 2014. -
Mar 3, 2015, 07:00 AM
Indiana museum tells story of gold riches and ruin
A new exhibit on gold and the gold rushes in America opens March 7, 2015, at the Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art in Indianapolis. -
Feb 24, 2015, 11:58 AM
Platinum likely to return to a premium to gold later in 2015
Valcambi Suisse reports that the spot price of platinum is likely to exceed gold later in 2015. -
Feb 24, 2015, 10:10 AM
Barrick Gold Corporation seeking to sell two mines
Barrick Gold Corp. considers selling two gold mines to Credit Suisse in effort to raise up to $1.1 billion U.S. and reduce its debt load by $3.3 million. -
Feb 23, 2015, 09:20 AM
2015 Silver Uncirculated American Eagle on sale March 26
The United States Mint will offer the Uncirculated 2015-W silver American Eagle beginning on March 26. -
Feb 19, 2015, 15:00 PM
Mint marks in error on American Eagle bullion coins
Bullion coins are very purposefully struck without Mint marks. However there are two different American Eagle gold bullion coins with Mint marks. -
Feb 16, 2015, 10:00 AM
Berlin show provides peek at seldom-seen Ukrainian bullion coins
Some of the seldom-seen bullion coins from Ukraine were available during the World Money Fair for bargain prices compared to other world bullion coins. -
Feb 13, 2015, 11:30 AM
Proof American Eagle silver dollar sales top 300 thousand coins
U.S. Mint sales of Proof 2015-W American Eagle silver dollars, either as single coins or in Congratulations set packaging, reached 304,817 coins. -
Feb 13, 2015, 09:03 AM
Philadelphia-struck bullion surfaces, History show 'misses mark'
It’s time to catch up on the week that was in numismatic insights and news. -
Feb 12, 2015, 11:03 AM
Bullion and coin dealer SilverTowne hires new COO
Matthew Lesher will oversee day-to-day operations of the coin and bullion dealer. -
Feb 11, 2015, 08:00 AM
Turmoil in Greece leads to increased Royal Mint gold buying
The Greek people are buying more and more gold from the Royal Mint as the country's politics and economy remain tumultuous. -
Feb 6, 2015, 16:28 PM
Silver Eagle bullion coin production includes Philadelphia Mint
Philadelphia Mint struck 70,000 American Eagle silver bullion coins, a first for the series. West Point Mint bands used to pack, ship to authorized purchasers. -
Feb 6, 2015, 06:30 AM
Court rules SS Central America treasure marketer retains rights
An Ohio appellate court issued a ruling Feb. 3 stating that California Gold Marketing Group still owns the rights to market any SS Central America. -
Feb 5, 2015, 10:42 AM
Arizona committee votes to make gold and silver coins legal tender
Coin World gives you a quick look at what's going on in the world of numismatics. -
Feb 5, 2015, 08:00 AM
Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park coin an ATB series high point
The continued popularity of the Registry Set programs from PCGS and NGC continues to put pressure on modern condition rarities. -
Feb 4, 2015, 08:07 AM
MS-70 1994 American Eagle half-ounce gold coin one of only 6
The continued popularity of the Registry Set programs from PCGS and NGC continues to put pressure on modern condition rarities. -
Feb 3, 2015, 16:03 PM
International Depository Services offers metals management
International Depository Services Group (IDS) with high-security precious metals storage facilities in the U.S. and Canada, has launched IDS Vault Direct. -
Feb 3, 2015, 10:24 AM
Treasure-hunter Tommy Thompson does not want to go back to Ohio
The treasure-hunter turned fugitive who was arrested last week in Florida had his second court hearing on Thursday, according to The Columbus Dispatch. -
Feb 2, 2015, 09:13 AM
Gold bullion American Eagle sales for 2015 below 2014 levels
2015 sales of American Eagle gold bullion coins from the U.S. Mint are 11.5 percent below the same period in 2014. -
Feb 1, 2015, 09:00 AM
Royal Canadian Mint issues Hawk and Cougar bullion coins
The Royal Canadian Mint has unleashed a Hawk and a Cougar in its annual silver and gold bullion programs. -
Jan 29, 2015, 11:31 AM
How is Tommy Thompson's hometown covering his arrest [VIDEO]
As you may or may not know by now, Tommy Thompson has been located and arrested this week after two years on the run. -
Jan 29, 2015, 08:00 AM
Who exactly is this Tommy Thompson guy that was just arrested?
Coin World gives you a quick look at what's going on in the world of numismatics -
Jan 29, 2015, 07:00 AM
Want to get real-time gold and silver spot prices on your TV?
Dillon Gage's new Spots in a Box delivers real-time precious metals spot pricing to audiences anywhere at any time. -
Jan 28, 2015, 17:51 PM
Extradition to Ohio likely for treasure salvor Tommy Thompson
SS Central America treasure salvor Thomas G. "Tommy" Thompson and his longtime assistant, Alison Louise Antekeier, were arrested Jan. 27 in Florida. -
Jan 28, 2015, 14:15 PM
BREAKING: Tommy Thompson arrested by U.S. Marshals in Florida
Fugitive treasure hunter Tommy Thompson, the man who discovered the SS Central America shipwreck, has been arrested in Florida after two years on the run. -
Jan 27, 2015, 11:00 AM
Nebraska, Homestead silver 5-oz. bullion on sale Feb. 17
The U.S. Mint's authorized purchasers can place orders beginning Feb. 17 for the Nebraska 5-ounce silver bullion Homestead National Monument of America quarter. -
Jan 23, 2015, 16:24 PM
Space-flown gold bars bring six-figure price in GSA sale
Those six space-flown gold ingots offered at auction by the General Services Administration on behalf of NASA realized an out-of-this-world $265,607. -
Jan 23, 2015, 13:30 PM
Largest Anglo-Saxon hoard in 175 years found in United Kingdom
A metal detectorist in the United Kingdom found the largest hoard of Anglo-Saxon coins in 175 years. -
Jan 23, 2015, 09:28 AM
$75 HR coin on the way, U.S. Mint glitch leads to early sales
Coin World is looking back at its five most-read stories of the week, according to reader metrics. -
Jan 22, 2015, 11:19 AM
Reeding varieties on American Eagle tenth-ounce gold
The NGC verified and U.S. Mint is investigating two different reeding styles used on 2015 American Eagle tenth-ounce gold bullion coins. -
Jan 21, 2015, 10:31 AM
Valcambi Suisse reports higher United States silver fabrication
Valcambi Suisse is reporting that South Korean silver bullion imports into the U.S climbed in 2014, for the first time in three years. -
Jan 21, 2015, 09:32 AM
Silver American Eagle bullion coin sales continue to climb
Authorized purchasers continue to rapidly buy American Eagle silver bullion coins despite U.S. Mint allocation restrictions; gold bullion coin sales are down. -
Jan 20, 2015, 11:23 AM
Silver American Eagles being struck only at West Point Mint
Contrary to rumor, the U.S. Mint is not striking any 2015 American Eagle silver bullion coins at the Philadelphia Mint. -
Jan 15, 2015, 08:43 AM
GSA selling space-flown gold plates from NASA mission
Want six pure gold plates that flew in space aboard an unnamed mission? You have only a few days to get your bids in at the General Services Administration. -
Jan 13, 2015, 08:44 AM
CCAC reviewing precious metals programs at January meeting
Themes for the 2017 20th Anniversary American Eagle Platinum Bullion Coin Program and the 2018–2020 American Eagle Platinum Bullion Coin Program face the CCAC. -
Jan 12, 2015, 10:24 AM
Canada upgrades finish on gold bullion Maple Leaf coins
The Royal Canadian Mint has adopted a Radial Line Finish for its gold Maple Leaf bullion coins, beginning with the 2015 issue. -
Jan 9, 2015, 08:18 AM
Bullion dealer uses Bitcoin to pays employees: Morning Report
Coin World gives you a quick look at what's going on in the world of numismatics. -
Jan 6, 2015, 09:27 AM
Young Swiss firm builds new bullion brand
A new Swiss bullion company is fighting for market share in Asia and Europe, with America the next target. -
Jan 5, 2015, 12:13 PM
You bought it: Proof silver eagle, 1909-S/Horizontal S cent
As part of our continued conversation with our readers, we like to ask our Facebook fans to share about the numismatic acquisitions they've made recently. -
Jan 4, 2015, 09:15 AM
2014 Top 10 Stories: Saga of the Butte Nugget 70-oz. gold nugget
Within a matter of days of becoming public, a gold nugget weighing more than 70 ounces was sold to an unidentified buyer for an undisclosed sum. -
Jan 3, 2015, 09:00 AM
2014 Top 10 Stories: SS Central America keeps yielding treasure
The wreck site of the ill-fated SS Central America yielded additional gold, silver and other treasures during salvage operations reopened in 2014.