A funny thing happens to gold and silver most Decembers. Prices tend to go down and this December may be the best time buy gold and silver since last summer. Prices for both metals have been on a slight downward trend, from a high of $1549 on September 3 for gold to $1460 as this article is being wr...
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When “Gold Fever” strikes, anything can happen. People can lose perspective and focus solely on the seductive yellow metal, leading to risky choices…and bad behavior.
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By 1837 the Capped Bust design on US quarters and other denominations was looking dated. Mint engraver Christian Gobrecht was commissioned to produce a new design, consistent with the Liberty theme mandated by Congress.His depiction of Liberty seated on a boulder, her right hand supporting a shield ...
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