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Is There Gold in Fort Knox?

Is there gold in Fort Knox? This Answer unravels the mystery behind the nation’s most secure location and describes some of the items that have been kept safe there.

Tarnish v. Patina: What’s the Difference?

What is the difference between patina and tarnish? This Answer explains their differences, similarities, and the term that is used to describe both.

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What was the Beau Street Hoard?

This Answer gives a brief history around the Beau Street Hoard and describes the coins found on spa district of Bath in 2007.

What is the Erie Canal Medal?

This Answer describes the Erie Canal Completion Medallion and provides context for one of the most significant engineering feats of the 19th century.

What is Sound Money?

This Answer describes sound money and offers several examples of assets that are considered sound investments, as well as one in a gray area.

What are North African Notes?

This Answer covers North African Notes issued in World War II, their Friedberg numbers, and how they are different from the Hawaii Notes issued several

Who was Robert Scot?

This Answer covers the life and career of Robert Scot, the First Chief Engraver of the U.S. Mint. He designed one of United States most

How Much Does It Cost to Produce Current Circulating U.S. Coins?

This Answer breaks down by cost per unit, seigniorage per dollar, and total seigniorage for the 2023 fiscal year.

What is a Mule Note?

This Answer covers mule notes and explains what they are, how they are produced, and how to identify a mule note in your currency collection.

What is a Mule Coin?

This Answer explains what mule error coins are, how they were created, and how much some have sold for at auction.

Why does Gold Perform so Well in Recessions?

This Answer provides a brief explanation for some of the factors that cause gold to perform well in recessions.

What are Disney Dollars?

This Answer explains what Disney Dollars are and provides a full list of obverse and reverse designs on Disney Dollars by year.

How do I Find the Value of a Wrong Planchet Coin?

This Answer covers the wrong planchet error, explaining how to identify and find the value of a wrong planchet error coin.

What is a Death Cross?

This Answer covers what death crosses are, how to identify them, and what they might mean to you.

What Coins Were in the West Point Time Capsule?

This Answer explores coins found in the time capsule that was discovered at West Point in 2023.

What are the Risks of Investing in Gold?

This Answer details some of the risks associated with investing in gold and provides some options on how to mitigate these risks.

What is Foil Gold?

This Answer provides a brief history of gold foil and explains the difference between gold leaf and gold foil.

How is Inflation Calculated?

This Answer compares two of the popular methods for calculating inflation and explains why that may not tell the whole story.

What is the Fear and Greed Index?

This Answer explores the meaning behind Fear and Greed Index scores and what factors are evaluated to determine the Fear and Greed Index score.

How do Bank Closings Impact the Price of Gold?

This Answer covers some of the effects that bank closings may exert on the price of gold.

How does Silver Perform in a Recession?

This Answer addresses some of the factors that contribute to the performance of silver in recessions.

What is Market Sentiment and How Does it Affect the Price of Precious Metals?

This Answer provides a brief overview of market sentiment and the factors to consider in assessing it and its impact on the precious metals market.

How Much Does the Walking Liberty Half Dollar Weigh?

Discover the weight for all versions of the Walking Liberty Half Dollar. Learn its precise measurements and historical significance.

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