History

The history of coins and currency dates back over 5,000 years to the first known use exchanged currency for bartered good and services. As you are building your collection, learn the stories of some of the most famous coins in the world. 

Gold and the International Monetary Fund 

Gold and the International Monetary Fund 

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is a global organization founded in 1944 after the Great Depression that drives financial stability…
History of the Philadelphia Mint

History of the Philadelphia Mint

The Philadelphia Mint’s long and complicated history is vital to the creation of our national currency.
What is the Gold Bullion Coin Act of 1985? 

What is the Gold Bullion Coin Act of 1985? 

History of the Gold Bullion Coin Act of 1985 and how it led to the production of the American Gold…

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A Brief History Of the Royal Canadian Mint

The Royal Canadian Mint has a long history of producing high quality products that are highly sought after by people all over the world. Thy

How Much is a Kennedy Half Dollar Worth?

Kennedy half dollars are a classic coin, but what are they actually worth? These coins were struck in massive numbers, but few people have ever

Rare Canadian Coins

Rare Canadian coins are a unique specialty for collectors. Learn about some of the greatest rarities from this country.

What Is a Denarius?

Struck continuously through the golden age of the Roman Republic and the Roman Empire, the coin was one of the most commonly circulated in its
Featuring coins to celebrate Black History Month.

Black History Month

Black History Month is recognized annually to observe the histories, stories and voices of Black people. February shines a spotlight on contributions to our history
An assortment of Palladium coins and bars set on a green background.

The History and Factors That Drive Palladium Prices 

When assessing palladium prices, knowing the economics and geopolitical events that affect the precious metals market will help you make investment decisions.
Silver APAMEX bars set on a green background.

Price of Silver Today and Throughout History

Learn about the history of Silver prices in the United States with this in-depth guide. Silver has always been valuable and used as currency in

Lucy Pickens and the Confederate $100 Bill

The only woman depicted on any CSA currency is Lucy Pickens – the Queen of the Confederacy.

Why are Philharmonics so Special to Austria?

Why are Austrian Philharmonics popular to Austria and coin collectors? Since its introduction from the Austrian Mint, these coins have garnered much praise from Austria

The Legend of the Mexican Libertad Coin

The Mexican Libertad coin is one of the most popular coins on the market. The design is widely considered one of the most illustrious and

What are National Bank Notes?

National bank notes are an important part of history and remains that way today. Different from federal reserve notes, national bank notes can be found

Under Three Flags – The New Orleans Mint

The New Orleans Mint was the only mint in history where it flew under three flags and it remains an important historical landmark today.

Silver Thursday | The Hunt Brothers Scheme

Fueled by an enormous amount of capital, the Hunt brothers continued stockpiling Silver and purchasing Silver futures contracts. By early 1979, the price of Silver

Five Famous Coin Artists and Their Work

These five-coin artists played an integral role in creating lasting designs that were important and awe-inspiring both for their time and future generations of American
Royal Canadian Mint coins

Royal Canadian Mint Production Technology

In 2001, the Royal Canadian Mint became the first mint in the world to use laser technology in its manufacturing process. The molten pattern is

The History of 40 Percent Silver Coins

Also known as junk Silver, 40% Silver is highly sought after by Silver investors and metal stackers. Learn about the value of buying junk Silver

The Great War Silver Dollar

Morgan Silver Dollars have perhaps one of the most rich historical contexts of any coin. America had a love affair with Silver Dollar, which prompted

The $10000 Gold Certificate

The history of the $10,000 Gold Certificate is wrought in infamy. It is an interesting and satisfying account for any collector of numismatics and history

Gold Demand Throughout History

While the Gold Rush was a period of significant demand, modern technology has created a level of need for Gold that is higher than ever

The Demand for Silver Throughout History

The demand for Silver today is higher than ever because it is a crucial component of mobile phones and widely manufactured electronics.

The Gold Standard Throughout U.S. History

Define Gold standard, discover the Gold standard’s pros and cons in U.S. History. APMEX carries historical Gold coins and bullion at competitive prices. Whether you
The Royal Canadian Mint has a long history of producing high quality products that are highly sought after by people all over the world. Thy
Kennedy half dollars are a classic coin, but what are they actually worth? These coins were struck in massive numbers, but few people have ever
Rare Canadian coins are a unique specialty for collectors. Learn about some of the greatest rarities from this country.
Struck continuously through the golden age of the Roman Republic and the Roman Empire, the coin was one of the most commonly circulated in its
Black History Month is recognized annually to observe the histories, stories and voices of Black people. February shines a spotlight on contributions to our history
When assessing palladium prices, knowing the economics and geopolitical events that affect the precious metals market will help you make investment decisions.
Learn about the history of Silver prices in the United States with this in-depth guide. Silver has always been valuable and used as currency in
The only woman depicted on any CSA currency is Lucy Pickens – the Queen of the Confederacy.
Why are Austrian Philharmonics popular to Austria and coin collectors? Since its introduction from the Austrian Mint, these coins have garnered much praise from Austria
The Mexican Libertad coin is one of the most popular coins on the market. The design is widely considered one of the most illustrious and
National bank notes are an important part of history and remains that way today. Different from federal reserve notes, national bank notes can be found
The New Orleans Mint was the only mint in history where it flew under three flags and it remains an important historical landmark today.
Fueled by an enormous amount of capital, the Hunt brothers continued stockpiling Silver and purchasing Silver futures contracts. By early 1979, the price of Silver
These five-coin artists played an integral role in creating lasting designs that were important and awe-inspiring both for their time and future generations of American
In 2001, the Royal Canadian Mint became the first mint in the world to use laser technology in its manufacturing process. The molten pattern is
Also known as junk Silver, 40% Silver is highly sought after by Silver investors and metal stackers. Learn about the value of buying junk Silver
Morgan Silver Dollars have perhaps one of the most rich historical contexts of any coin. America had a love affair with Silver Dollar, which prompted
The history of the $10,000 Gold Certificate is wrought in infamy. It is an interesting and satisfying account for any collector of numismatics and history
While the Gold Rush was a period of significant demand, modern technology has created a level of need for Gold that is higher than ever
The demand for Silver today is higher than ever because it is a crucial component of mobile phones and widely manufactured electronics.
Define Gold standard, discover the Gold standard’s pros and cons in U.S. History. APMEX carries historical Gold coins and bullion at competitive prices. Whether you

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