The 1804 $5 Draped Bust Half Eagle: Small 8 Over Large 8 — A Rare Coin Forged in the Early Days of the U.S. Mint
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In the earliest years of the United States Mint, every coin struck was more than currency — it was a piece of living history. The 1804 $5 Draped Bust Half Eagle, particularly the Small 8 Over Large 8 variety, designed by Robert Scot, stands as one of the most fascinating relics of early American gold...
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Why a 1 Kilo Gold Bar is a Good Investment
| The 1 kilo gold bar sits in the perfect middle ground for serious precious metals investors. It’s large enough to offer lower per-ounce premiums than smaller bars, yet manageable enough for individual ownership and storage. Consequently, this size has become a global standard in precious metals markets. Major refineries worldwide produce 1 kilo bars to...
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Rick Rule on Why Governments Fear Gold
| 1853-O Seated Liberty Half: The Rare “Arrows and Rays” Coin Every Collector Covets
| In the formative decades of the United States Mint, every coin struck carried more than face value — it carried a story. The 1853-O Seated Liberty Half Dollar, particularly the “Arrows and Rays” variety, stands as one of the most fascinating artifacts of mid-19th century American coinage. It tells a story of economic adaptation, artistic...
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Gold Breaks $4,000 Oz.: Why 2025’s Run Matters
| At long last, gold has done it: it crossed the $4,000 per oz. threshold today, something no one had ever seen before. While intraday trading pared some gains, the climb to that round number signals deeper tectonic shifts in how investors are viewing risk, monetary policy, and macro stability. In this post, we dive into...
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