In our expert precious metals blog, our professional advisors take a close look at the precious metals markets to help clients make smart investments in gold, silver, platinum, and palladium. Learn about coin values and grading, new products, retirement investments, and much more.
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The Spanish Piece of Eight: How One Coin Connected the World From pirate treasure to imperial power, the Spanish Piece of Eight became the world’s first global currency and forever reshaped international commerce. -
The Roman Denarius: How a Small Silver Coin Built an Empire Explore the rise of the Roman Denarius, the coin that carried the weight of an empire and reshaped Western civilization’s economy. -
How One Coin Powered Democracy and Trade Across the Ancient World Discover how the Athenian Owl Tetradrachm became the silver standard of the ancient world, fueling commerce, culture, and empire. -
Trump’s Tariffs Return August 1: What Investors and Consumers Need to Know The Trump administration is reinstating tariffs up to 50% on August 1, 2025, after a 90-day pause. How will these trade shifts affect global markets? -
Gold, God & Country: How Precious Metals Became a Symbol of American Strength Trace the evolution of gold and silver as symbols of American power — from manifest destiny to modern portfolio diversification. -
American Independence, Bullion, and the Battlefield Discover how precious metals played a vital role in financing the American Revolution and why gold still represents financial freedom today. -
Connecticut Officially Ends Sales Tax on Precious Metals Bullion As of July 1, 2025, Connecticut has removed sales tax on gold, silver, platinum, and palladium bullion. Here’s what this means for investors. -
Liberty in Your Pocket: The Hidden History of Patriotic Coins Explore how early American coins reflected our nation's values and why collectors today still seek these symbols of liberty, justice, and independence. -
What Does Gold Have to Do With the 4th of July? More Than You Think. This 4th of July, discover how gold and silver have shaped America’s economy and symbolized freedom. -
Silver, Bronze, and the Sea: What a Viking Woman’s Burial Teaches Us About Wealth A 1,100-year-old Viking boat burial reveals silver-trimmed treasures and rare artifacts—explore how precious metals signified power in Norse society. -
California Gold Rush: America’s Economic and Gold Investment Future Explore the long-term effects of the California Gold Rush on America’s economy, the gold-backed currency, and how the legacy of gold continues to shape investments today. -
The Cultural Impact of the California Gold Rush Discover the cultural and social changes brought about by the California Gold Rush. Learn about the rise of boomtowns, the impact on Native Americans, and the role of women in the gold rush era.
