Category: History

What is the Oldest Mint in the World?

Posted - November 13, 2025
At a Glance:Founded in 864 AD, The Monnaie de Paris is the oldest mint in the world.The oldest mint ever discovered is a Chinese mint Read More

A Brief History of the United States Mint

Posted - November 12, 2025
At a Glance:The U.S. Mint was officially established on April 2nd, 1792.For over 230 years, the U.S. Mint has produced the currency of Read More

Here’s Why Each President Made it Onto His Coin

Posted - September 24, 2025
At a Glance:The first president to appear on a U.S. coin was Lincoln on the cent in 1909.Today, presidents appear on the cent, nickel, Read More

What Was the Coinage Act of 1965?

Posted - September 3, 2025
At a Glance:The Coinage Act of 1965 is one of the most impactful coinage laws in U.S. history.The legislation removed silver from most U. Read More

Why Do Coins Have Ridges?

Posted - July 1, 2025
At a Glance:Ridges, often called reeding, are small "slits" added to a coin's edge.Reeding initially began as a strategy to deter coin Read More

The Royal Canadian Mint: Overview and Investor Guide

Posted - June 26, 2025
At a Glance:The Royal Canadian Mint is Canada's national mint and produces a range of precious metal products.RCM Products are popular Read More

An Investor’s Guide to Argor-Heraeus Mint

Posted - June 12, 2025
At a Glance:Argor-Heraeus is a Swiss refinery that produces a range of precious metal products.Argor-Heraeus gold, silver, platinum, and Read More

PAMP Mint: An Investor Overview

Posted - June 11, 2025
At a Glance:PAMP is a Swiss precious metal refiner primarily known for its gold bars.Additionally, PAMP produces silver, platinum, and Read More

What is a Community Currency?

Posted - May 20, 2025
At a Glance:Community currencies are not legal tender but may be used in participating businesses.Historically, coal and railroad Read More