Is There Really Gold in Fort Knox?
Since its inception, the United States Bullion Depository at Fort Knox has been subject to numerous audits and inspections
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The Top Investment Silver Bars
With so many options on the market, choosing the best silver bars for your investment needs can be challenging.
Gold IRA vs Physical Gold
Investing in gold, either through physical coins and bars or via a Gold IRA, is one of the best ways to protect and potentially grow your wealth
Comparing the American Gold Eagle vs American Gold Buffalo
The American Gold Eagle and the American Gold Buffalo are the two gold bullion coins produced by the U.S. Mint. While both coins are esteemed for their purity and craftsmanship, they have distinct features that appeal to different types of investors and collectors.
What is a Kilogram?
The definition of a kilogram is part of the International System of Units (SI), which is widely used globally in science, industry, and everyday life.
What was Roosevelt’s Executive Order 6102?
Just one day after taking office, by referencing an old World War I statute called the “Trading With The Enemy Act” of 1917, Roosevelt essential declared war on ordinary American citizens when he declared a four day bank holiday and closed all banks including the Federal Reserve.
A few days later, the Emergency Banking Act was signed into law which gave Roosevelt an unprecedented amount of power and control over the economy.
Understanding Silver Eagle Premiums
The US Mint is one of the oldest continually operating minting operations in the world and all other mints use variants of the Mint’s processes. The Mint remains one of the world’s largest producer of coins today. Issues related to the production of bullion coins have led to huge increases in Silver Eagle premiums in recent years.
Many investors are looking to buy sovereign bullion coins from other mints. While many are still buying 1 oz silver eagles, some are concerned that the Mint suppliers are also making huge profits from the record high premiums caused by the shortages.
7 Simple Ways to Test Silver at Home
We look at some of the simplest and most dependable methods for testing silver at home to give you peace of mind and confidence in your stacking choices.
New Global Gold Standard Emerging from Recession
The Bretton Woods Accord led to the dollar emerging as a reserve currency.
Following World War II, the US had the largest gold reserves.
Bretton Woods provided fixed gold prices that was pegged to the USD making it the central spoke for trade.
Is Owning Precious Metals Legal?
On April 5, 1933 President Franklin Roosevelt signed Executive Order 6102 which outlawed the private ownership of gold by citizens.
For a duration lasting 41 years in the mid-20th century, the government made it a crime for the people to own, hold or transact in sound money.
Following the resignation of Nixon, one of the first laws signed by President Ford included a bill which reversed Roosevelt’s Executive Orders.
It has been legal for anyone to own, hoard, buy and sell gold in the United States since December 1, 1974.