Silver Prices End Higher Through Final Three Weeks in February

Silver prices ended on stronger notes through the final three weeks of February after having tumbled nearly 20% during the three prior weeks, and by more than $1 in the first week of the month alone.

Despite gold declining slightly over the past week, silver — which often follows the yellow metal — was higher in both New York and London with respective weekly gains of 0.7% and 1.1%. Read More…

US Mint Issues Disabled Veterans Commemorative Coins

2010 American Veterans Disabled for Life Silver Dollars are now available. The United States Mint today at noon ET opened ordering for these special commemorative silver coins honoring disabled veterans who selflessly served in the armed forces, and paid an enormous personal sacrifice in so doing.

During an introductory period lasting through to March 29, 2010, until 5 p.m. ET, collector proof and uncirculated silver $1s will be available for $39.95 and $33.95, respectively. Prices will increase after to $43.95 and $35.95. Read More…

US Mint Sales: 2010 American Silver Eagles Top 5 Million

2010 American Silver Eagle bullion coins were stuck for a week at 1.25 million for the month of February. That changed Wednesday afternoon when United States Mint sales figures showed that they popped up another 800,000.

With the 2,050,000 in February added to the 3,225,000 purchased in January, 2010-dated Silver Eagles have topped 5 million for the year. The exact number comes in at 5,275,000. Read More…

Australian Leafy Sea Dragon Silver Proof Coin

The 1/2 oz Silver Proof Leafy Sea Dragon coin marks the second issue in the Australian Sea Life series. Available now from the Perth Mint, each coin provides a glimpse into the beautiful underwater world surrounding Australia.

With the land ‘Down Under’ hosting some of the most pristine reef environments on the globe, it is no wonder that some of the most beautiful and unique creatures known to man would be indigenous to this environment. The Leafy Sea Dragon is just one example. Read More…

Silver Surges for Second Straight Week

Silver rallied for a second straight week after plunging nearly 20% during the three prior weeks.

New York silver futures surged ahead 6.3% since last Friday while the fix in London boosted the metal by 4.0% during the same time period.

For the most part, and as imparted last week, silver has been following gold’s direction which in turn has headed opposite of the U.S. dollar. Read More…

America the Beautiful Silver Bullion Coins a Production Challenge, Says US Mint Director

With only a few months before the anticipated release of the first America the Beautiful Quarter honoring Hot Springs National Park, the United States Mint appears to be struggling with production issues regarding the companion silver bullion series.

Dictated by the same law that authorized the quarters, the US Mint is required to produce five-ounce silver strikes in a three inch diameter for, which they have dubbed, the America the Beautiful Silver Bullion Coin Program. These coins will feature the same design as the 25-cent pieces with the exception of the bullion coins’ weight and fineness being incused on the plain edge (quarter edges will be reeded). Read More…

US Mint Sales: Silver Eagles Strolling at 1.25 Million

With the United States Mint headquarters closed down due to winter storms during the first four business days of last week, coin sales were not reported last Wednesday. This week’s report, therefore, includes two weeks worth of data instead of the normal one. Read More…

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