Felix Mendelssohn Proof Silver Coin

The Perth Mint of Australia has released the first of a five coin series celebrating the Romantic-era composers, the Felix Mendelssohn 1oz Silver Proof Coin. Read More…

Silver Prices Surge 6.0% in New York, 4.2% in London

Precious metal prices rallied this week in New York and London markets following dismal performances last week. Silver was buoyed by rising gold prices, and signs of a stabilizing economy that would increase metal demand.

New York silver futures for September delivery soared 75.8 cents or 6.0% on the week, closing Friday to $13.403 an ounce.

London silver surged as well, gaining 53 cents or 4.2 percent to end Friday at $13.16 an ounce. Read More…

US Mint Silver Coin Sales Lower, Silver Eagles Flying

US coin sales are usually mixed with both ups and downs when comparing week-over-week performances. Not so for last week. Sales declined for all US Mint collector silver coin and set offerings. Read More…

2009 $20 Canadian Autumn Showers Crystal Raindrop Silver Coin

Following on the success of the Royal Canadian Mint’s first coin combining colour and crystal applications in 2008, the cherished maple leaf adorned by a glistening drop of water dripping from its surface makes a return with the 2009 $20 Autumn Showers Crystal Raindrop Silver Coin. Read More…

Silver Prices Tumble 6.0% in London, 5.7% in New York

Precious metal prices were hit hard this week, falling on the heels of a stronger U.S. dollar and sliding oil prices. Silver suffered one of the worst weeks of the year as it followed gold’s decline.

New York silver futures for September plunged 76.3 cents or 5.7% on the week to close Friday at $12.645 an ounce. It actually reached $12.51, which was the lowest level since May 4. Read More…

Silver Coins and Set Demand Declines, US Mint Sales Show

There is little surprise in learning that last week’s US Mint silver coin sales show a general decline in demand. Collectors were, after all, off and enjoying the recent three-day holiday weekend for the 4th of July.

Sales in four of the six silver Mint offerings fell compared to the prior week. Experiencing modest gains in week-over-week tallies were uncirculated Braille dollars in the easy-open capsule and the 2008 Silver Proof Set.
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2009 US Mint Silver Proof Set

The United States Mint 2009 Silver Proof Set™ launches Friday, July 17, for $52.95, the US Mint announced late last week. Read More…

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