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Jan 7, 2026, 07:32 AM
Mint’s authorized purchasers assess needs for 2026
by Paul GilkesOrders are being accepted for the 2026 bullion products from the U.S. Mint as the authorized purchasers are anticipating needs for the upcoming year with soaring metals prices.Dec 20, 2025, 08:00 AMSenate proposal calls for audit of nation’s gold
by Paul GilkesIn a follow up to a bill that was proposed over the summer, the U.S. Senate will now consider what it would take to provide for a regular audit of the nation's gold supply.Oct 16, 2025, 08:00 AMAlaska gold used for 2025 token production
by Paul GilkesA new gold token has been created by Alaska Rare Coins in Fairbanks and the token is made completely from metal mined by the Alaska-based Quasar Gold Corp.Oct 15, 2025, 17:00 PMEfforts for RMS 'Republic' recovery include fundraising
by Paul GilkesOngoing efforts to recover treasure believed lost in the 1909 sinking of the RMS "Republic" off Nantucket require additional funding to finance the salvage process.Oct 9, 2025, 08:21 AMDillon Gage Metals adding silver minting operation
by Paul GilkesInvestment demand for silver products offered by Dillon Gage has been so strong that the company is now expanding its operations to include a mint to produce .999 fine silver bars.Aug 28, 2025, 09:00 AMEngelhard brand making a return to market
by Paul GilkesThe Engelhard brand of precious metals products is being revived, thanks to efforts by BASF Environmental Catalyst and Metal Solutions (ECMS) with the announcement made Aug. 19.Aug 24, 2025, 09:00 AMColorado firm qualifies as authorized purchaser from U.S. Mint
by Paul GilkesUpstate Coin & Gold of Centennial, Colorado, has joined the U.S. Mint's roster of authorized purchasers for gold products.Jul 19, 2025, 12:00 PMPalladium American Eagle due for September release
by Paul GilkesThe Mint annually changes the finish of the American Eagle palladium collector coin, and the 2025-W coin's Reverse Proof finish is the first since 2022; it will be available in early September.Jun 12, 2025, 07:02 AMPlatinum Group Metals Focus predicts some increase, some decrease in prices
by Paul GilkesThe latest forcast for platinum, palladium and other platinum group metals prices predicts mixed directions for the precious metals markets in the near future.Jun 3, 2025, 13:30 PMUpstate Coin and Gold’s 10 Essential Security Tips for Shipping Precious Metals, Preventing Package Theft and Damage
by Dave Cooper, CEO, Upstate Coin and GoldUpstate Coin & Gold breaks down the top 10 tips to preventing package theft and damage while ensuring a secure delivery of your precious metals.May 23, 2025, 09:00 AMRelease date for Taft silver medal remains uncertain
by Paul GilkesThe date for the release of the silver medal honoring William Howard Taft appears only as "Fall" on the website of the United States Mint.May 4, 2025, 17:00 PMSilver demand shown to outpace supply in 2024
by Paul GilkesIndustrial demand for silver led the way to find that demand exceeded the supply of the precious metal in 2024 according to the Silver Institute.May 3, 2025, 17:00 PMMeasure seeks to establish bullion and specie as currency
by Paul GilkesA bill has been proposed in Louisiana calling for the state to recognize bullion in the form of gold and silver as currency for transactional purposes.May 1, 2025, 10:00 AMFirst sale planned for gold 1945 FDR inaugural medal
by Paul GilkesStack's Bowers Galleries has received the consignment to sell a gold 1945 inaugural medal from the Nellie Taylor Ross collection, marking the first appearance of one of the 10 known in a sale.Apr 24, 2025, 09:00 AMProof 2025-W American Buffalo due for May issue
by Paul GilkesGold prices on the rise are leading to speculation about the price the Mint will charge for the Proof 2025-W American Buffalo 1-ounce gold $50 coin when it is released in early May.Apr 14, 2025, 07:00 AMMonday Morning Brief for Apr. 14, 2025: Diligence needed
by Larry JewettLegislative action in Maryland is leading toward the repeal of a sales tax exemption on coin and bullion purchases, and it is important to realize that change could come anywhere and any time.Apr 8, 2025, 08:00 AMExemption preserved in Kentucky with veto override
by Larry JewettThe Kentucky General Assembly took action to preserve tax exemptions on bullion, coins and currency in the state by passing a new bill and overriding its veto by the state's governor.Apr 3, 2025, 16:47 PMGold protected from 'reciprocal' tariff action
by Larry JewettPrecious metals could be escaping the impact of the reciprocal tariffs that were announced by President Donald Trump on April 2, according to the National Coin & Bullion Association.Mar 10, 2025, 11:00 AMRepeal of New York exemption would have far-reaching impact
by David CrenshawPotential repeal of a tax exemption provision in the state of New York could have an undesired impact on the state's revenue if the state's legislature goes that way, and consumers need to act.Mar 2, 2025, 09:00 AMAbove-ground silver studied for market demand
by Paul GilkesAbove-ground silver fabricated into consumer goods is less price-sensitive than bullion in coins, bars, and jewelry and is less affected by the market price, according to The Silver Institute.NEWS-
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