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.
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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.
Tangible Assets: US Mint Pre-1933 Gold Coins
Prior to the Great Depression, gold coins were the normal and natural form of money and in common circulation throughout the world.
Gold coins can bring unique diversity to an existing investment portfolio, while expanding on an interest in numismatics or history. Beyond potential financial gains, the process of collecting, studying, and preserving historical coins can morph into a numismatic hobby.
The Basics of Modern Silver Investing
There’s a compelling case for silver investing, not just as a relic of the past but as a relevant and wise choice for long-term wealth preservation and financial security.
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.
JP Morgan Chase Paid $920 Billion Fine in Precious Metals Fraud Scheme Spanning 10 Years
In 2020, JP Morgan Chase admitted that it scammed precious metals investors of billions of dollars by rigging the markets for more than ten years. To avoid prosecution, the company agreed to pay almost $1 billion in fines for schemes related to defrauding precious metals futures exchanges and US Treasuries. Rumors and speculation have circulated … Read moreJP Morgan Chase Paid $920 Billion Fine in Precious Metals Fraud Scheme Spanning 10 Years
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.
The Origin of the 20 Francs Gold Coin
The 20 Francs Gold Coin began as a French coin in the 1800s during the First Empire.