Junk Silver Below-Melt Deals and What to Consider Before Buying
Multiple reputable dealers are advertising 90% coin lots ($100 face bags of quarters or mixed face) at prices below the melt value, with additional offers at spot price.
Multiple reputable dealers are advertising 90% coin lots ($100 face bags of quarters or mixed face) at prices below the melt value, with additional offers at spot price.
The 2026 authorization covers $1 coins for the anniversary; official details on metals/finishes come from product pages. Until then, assume the standard dollar alloy unless the Mint announces otherwise.
The Batman and Wonder Woman Comic Art Coins embody the Mint’s commitment to innovation, bridging the gap between cultural icons and America’s numismatic heritage.
The 2025 Laser Engraved American Eagle One Ounce Silver Proof Coin is poised to be one of the standout releases of the year.
Upstate Coin & Gold joins the U.S. Mint’s elite Authorized Purchasers, boosting gold bullion liquidity and wholesale access for Eagles and Buffalos.
Discover the market excitement, collector reactions, and secondary market trends surrounding the release of the highly anticipated 2025 American Silver Eagle Proof coin, featuring a special privy mark celebrating the U.S. Army’s 250th Anniversary.
The U.S. Mint’s 2025-W Sacagawea Gold Proof Coin sold out in a single day, igniting massive demand in the collector and investor markets. With just 7,500 coins minted, this 1/2 oz 24K gold commemorative blends historical symbolism with real scarcity. Discover current values, expert insights, and whether it’s worth buying on the secondary market now.
The series includes a 1/2 oz .9999 fine gold proof coin and 1 oz and 2.5 oz .999 silver medals that celebrate comic art and American values.
The first six months of 2025 have been the toughest in years for US Mint bullion sales. American Eagle gold and silver coins are down across all sizes, with the popular 1 oz Gold Eagle off 47% and Silver Eagles down 43% year-over-year. Our deep dive reveals why buyers are staying away, which denominations have suffered most, and what this shift means for bargain hunters and collectors in a changing precious metals market.
The American Silver Eagle Proof coin is a strategic long-term assets with lasting legacy potential.