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The St. Gaudens Double Eagle $20 gold coin has a fascinating history. The double eagle has been hoarded by ordinary citizens and sold by an Egyptian prince for millions. The design is impeccable, and the value is real. It’s a very interesting coin, to be sure, but is it really worth your attention? Here are some great reasons people have for investing in this timeless coin. Beautiful Design The design of the double eagle was sculpted by Augustus St. Gaudens, who was asked to create a design...

A large, heavy, and beautiful coin, the Morgan Silver Dollar holds a special place in the hearts of collectors. Today, both casual collectors and serious numismatists include Morgan’s in their coin collections. The coin was minted for a total of 27 years. How the Morgan Silver Dollar Came to Be The Morgan Silver Dollar was the first U.S. dollar coin minted after the government ended free coining of silver with the Coinage Act of 1873. In 1878, the Bland-Allison Act was passed to prevent the...

In 2008, the Austrian Mint began producing the Austria 1 oz Silver Philharmonic. While the coin is relatively new, the heritage behind it is centuries old. The coin?s design features images that reflect the history of the Vienna Philharmonic orchestra. Mozart and Beethoven, both among the greatest classical music composers, pushed for a professional orchestra in Vienna. However, it was not until 1842 that the Vienna Philharmonic gave its first performance. Otto Nikolai was persuaded to...

The 1 oz. Silver Britannia 2016 coin reflects the national character of its home country in a way few world coins do. The reverse of design of the coin is a personification of Britain, and many world coins choose images that do the same for their countries. What makes the Britannia so unique is the authority of its portrayal of Britannia. Britannia, a goddess that came into being around the 2nd century A.D., is shown on the 2016 Silver Britannia as a beautiful, strong woman. The commanding...

Collecting and investing in .9999 fine silver coins are pursuits typically reserved for adults, but the new 2016 1 oz. Silver Canadian Shield Coin Superman Design may change all that. It is a coin both adults and their kids can enjoy. And, if you want your child to learn about precious metals, it makes a great starting point. This coin has several advantages over other coins you might choose for your children or grandchildren. You Love It and So Do Your Kids Comic book heroes are fun for...