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Commemorative Silver

Once I decided to invest in gold I faced the next question, should I buy and sell ingots or coins? A bullion coin is a coin struck from precious metal and retained as an investment, rather than used in day-to-day commerce. Bullion coins are usually available in gold and silver, with the exception of the South African Krugerrand and Switzerland's Vreneli which are gold only. The American Eagle series is minted in gold, silver and platinum, and the Canadian Maple Leaf series is struck in gold, silver, platinum and also palladium.

Bullion coins are also typically available in various weights. These are usually multiples or fractions of 1 troy ounce, with a very few bullion coins minted, in extremely limited quantities, in kilograms (approx 2.2 pounds) and even heavier as special commemoratives.

Gold and silver are often seen as hedges or safe havens against inflation, political upheaval, social unrest, currency-based issues and economic downturn. Silver coins have become popular with collectors due to their relative low price compared to gold, and unlike most gold and platinum issues which are valued based upon the markets, silver coins are more often valued as collectables, sometimes far higher than their actual bullion value. Investors may also buy gold, silver, platinum, etc. during times of economic expansion for investment capital appreciation or to avoid inflationary impacts experienced with other investments.

Of all the precious metals, gold is the most popular as an investment.

Gold or silver, which were known to ancient civilizations, have a much longer history in financial markets than platinum. Platinum is relatively scarce even among the precious metals. As such, it tends to trade at higher per-unit prices than gold. Platinum is traded on the New York Mercantile Exchange (NYMEX) and the London Platinum and Palladium Market. Generally this trade is in ingots and not coins.

The price of platinum closely follows its perceived supply and demand. During periods of sustained economic stability and growth, the price of platinum tends to be as much as twice the price of gold. Since platinum has numerous commercial uses, such as with catalysts, during periods of economic decline, the price of platinum tends to decrease due to reduced commercial consumption and overall demand. Platinum's price peaked at almost $2,300 (USD) per troy ounce ($74/g) in March 2008 driven by production concerns (arising partly from problems in South African mines). It later fell to $780 (USD) per troy ounce ($25/g) in November 2008.

For this reason, I primarily consider gold and silver in both ingots and coins. I strongly prefer gold due to its global demand, but occasionally purchase silver, very occasionally. My ingot/coin "mix" of gold is approximately 25%:75% since I consider gold to be a long-term asset. I appreciate the "collectability spread" inherent in gold coins, and also want some ability to sell gold if the situation warrants. Ingots would be the first to go, so I have diversified my precious metals holdings past simply "gold".

I have generally stayed away from mining stocks simply because they are a more complex issue than ingots or coins. To delve into gold and/or silver mining equities should require some research into energy requirements, environmental considerations and the political environment. I stick to the basic metal and bullion coins.

A very difficult decision is whether to take actual physical possession of a gold investment or not. Without going into the details of why, I'll simply say that I do NOT take possession of ingots. Now with coins, I usually do not take possession although I do have a few in a lock deposit box. Why? First these are usually physically the smaller issues and the ones I think are prettier. Sometimes I use these as gifts at graduations and weddings. In the last 20 years, only one (1) time has my gold coin gift ever been duplicated by a coin gift from someone else.

Generally, I have seen gold; my silver holdings just are not very significant, be a minor percentage but an important diversification of my long term assets. I have generally placed at least 10% and rarely over 20% of the total investment value into precious metals. Note that I have SOLD (ingots) to maintain the not-over-20% which has consistently resulted in realizing a marked profit from peaking gold prices. A simple strategy that totally removes "timing" from the investment buy-sell consideration.

Hello, Peter R. here. I have tried to put five-percent (5%) of my annual income into long-term assets. Sometimes this has been very difficult to do, other times much easier. The hardest thing I encountered was having a single source that offered an exceptional range of bullion coins - commemorative, collectible and historic. A reliable single source; as in having been around for years! After several "false starts", well get the whole concept here

Greg Maddux Commemorative Silver Coin $51.17 Greg Maddux Commemorative Silver Coin Greg Maddux Commemorative Silver Coin

Roy Campanella Commemorative Silver Coke Bottle $73.1 Roy Campanella Commemorative Silver Coke Bottle Roy Campanella Commemorative Silver Coke Bottle

A Design for a Silver Mounted Shaped Hardstone Commemorative Urn $29.99 A Design for a Silver Mounted Shaped Hardstone Commemorative Urn - Giclee Print

Super Bowl XLV Commemorative Silver Coin Card $19.95 Super Bowl XLV Commemorative Silver Coin Card A 4â€� x 6â€� acrylic coin holder features a color image of the Super Bowl XLV Commemoration logo on the front and all the previous Super Bowl host locations listed on the back along with a 39mm minted Silver Plated Super Bowl XLV Commemorative Coin. Each coin is individually numbered on the edge.  The Coin Card is a Limited Edition of 5000 as well as officially licensed by the NFL.

Alabama BCS Champs Commemorative Silver Coin Card $29.99 The 2011 BCS Champions Silver plated Coin is featured in a 4�x6� acrylic Holder along with full color commemorative graphics on the front and 2011 Season scores and info on the back, each is delivered with a display stand! Measuring 39mm in diameter each is a Limited Edition of 10,000 and Officially Licensed by CLC. Proudly made in the U.S.A!

Commemorative Space Shuttle Pendant Necklace 'Soar' $27.95 Commemorative Space Shuttle Pendant Necklace 'Soar' Commemorative Space Shuttle Pendant 'Soar' Sterling Necklace, on an 18" chain. The Pendant is .75 inches in diameter Comes on an 18" Silver Chain

Commemorative Space Shuttle Pendant Necklace 'Explore' $27.95 Commemorative Space Shuttle Pendant Necklace 'Explore' Commemorative Space Shuttle Pendant 'Explore' Sterling Necklace, on an 18" chain. The Pendant is .75 inches in diameter Comes on an 18" Silver Chain

Euro Gold and Silver Commemorative Coins (Belgium) $95.59 Euro gold and silver commemorative coins are special euro coins minted and issued by member states of the Eurozone, mainly in gold and silver, although other precious metals are also used in rare occasions. Belgium was one of the first twelve countries in the Eurozone that introduced the euro () on 1 January 2002. Since then, the Belgian Royal Mint have been minting both normal issues of Belgian euro coins, which are intended for circulation, and commemorative euro coins in gold and silver. These special coins have a legal tender only in Belgium, unlike the normal issues of the Belgian euro coins, which have a legal tender in every country of the Eurozone. This means that the commemorative coins made of gold and silver cannot be used as money in other countries. Furthermore, as their bullion value generally vastly exceeds their face value, these coins are not intended to be used as means of payment at allalthough it remains possible. For this reason, they are usually named Collectors coins. The coins usually commemorate the anniversaries of historical events or draw attention to current events of special importance. Author: Miller, Frederic P./ Vandome, Agnes F./ McBrewster, John Binding Type: Paperback Number of Pages: 138 Publication Date: 2010/04/27 Language: English Dimensions: 5.98 x 9.01 x 0.32 inches

BCS Championship Game Commemorative Silver Coin Card $19.95 BCS Championship Game Commemorative Silver Coin Card The 4"x6" acrylic protective case features a minted 39mm Silver plated 2011 BCS Championship Game Dueling Logos Coin. Pack in the case with the coin is a Commemoration of the Ducks and the Tigers' road to the championship game with scores 2010 season. Limited Edition 10,000 and Officially Licensed by the CLC. .

Commemorative Coins of the Soviet Union $86.03 Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. Commemorative coins were released in the USSR between 1965 and 1991. Most of them were made of coppernickel alloy, but there were also silver coins, gold coins, palladium coins and platinum coins. All of the coins were minted either by the Moscow Mint Author: Miller, Frederic P./ Vandome, Agnes F./ McBrewster, John Binding Type: Paperback Number of Pages: 104 Publication Date: 2011/03/01 Language: English Dimensions: 5.98 x 9.02 x 0.25 inches

Modern Commemorative Coins $22.99 Modern commemoratives and American Eagles are the answer for today's collector who wants to make a secure investment without spending thousands of dollars. New issues from the U.S. Mint struck in silver, gold and platinum have great potential for investment growth, if you key in on low mintage strikes. Modern Commemorative Coins will show you how to: Include modern coins in your self-directed IRA Include numismatic investments as part of your estate plan Select coins that have the best chance of increasing in value Take the next step beyond collecting State quarters and Presidential dollars to the exciting world of rare modern coins. Collect coins that combine beauty with tangible assets to create family heirlooms.

2011 NHL Winter Classic Silver Commemorative Coin Card $19.95 2011 NHL Winter Classic Silver Commemorative Coin Card The 4"x6" acrylic protective case features a minted 39mm Silver plated 2011 Winer Classic Dueling Logo coin. Featured in the case with the coin is a Commemoration of the history of the Winter Classic. Limited Edition 5000 and Officially Licensed by NHL.

Highland Mint BCS12CSPCCK 2011 BCS Champions Commemorative Silver Coin Card $31.98 The 2011 BCS Champions Silver plated Coin is featured in a 4x6 acrylic Holder along with full color commemorative graphics on the front and 2011 Season scores and info on the back each is delivered with a display stand Measuring 39mm in diameter each is a Limited Edition of 10 000 and Officially Licensed by CLC. Proudly made in the U.S.A

1912 Commemorative Coin Collection $99 "This beautiful collection commemorates 1912, the year the R.M.S. Titanic sank on its maiden voyage after striking an iceberg in the North Atlantic. This coin set features five genuine U.S. coins from 1912: a Lincoln Penny, a Liberty Nickel, a silver Barber Dime, a silver Barber Quarter, and a silver Barber Half Dollar. It comes in a deluxe display case displaying the April 16, 1912, front page of The New York Times, the day after the Titanic sank. The front page is one of the most famous in newspaper history. Box dimensions: 6.25� x 4.25� x 1.5�. Coins are in collectible condition, with all dates and mint marks clearly visible. Includes a Certificate of Authenticity. "

Super Bowl XLV Commemorative Silver Coin Card from The Highland Mint $19.95 A 4� x 6� acrylic coin holder features a color image of the Super Bowl XLV Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Green Bay PackersCommemoration logo on the front and all the previous Super Bowl host locations listed on the back along with a 39mm minted Silver Plated Super Bowl XLV Commemorative Coin. Each coin is individually numbered on the edge.  The Coin Card is a Limited Edition of 5000 as well as officially licensed by the NFL.

2011 Rose Bowl Commemorative Silver Coin Card $26 The 4"x6" acrylic protective case features a minted 39mm Silver plated 2011 Rose Bowl Dueling Logos Coin. Pack in the case with the coin is a Commemoration of the Badgers and the Horned Frogs road to the championship game with scores 2010 season. Limited Edition 10-000 and Officially Licensed by the CLC.

Super Bowl XLV Commemorative 24KT Gold Coin Photo Mint $99.95 Super Bowl XLV Commemorative 24KT Gold Coin Photo Mint Limited Edition of 2011! The Highland Mint commemorates Super Bowl XLV in North Texas at the new Cowboys Stadium with this unique limited Edition framed collectible! A Silver plate Super Bowl XLV Commemorative Coin and a Silver plate NFL Coin is featured with an 8x10 Super Bowl XLV commemorative photo in a 13�x16� wood frame with triple matting. A numbered Certificate of Authenticity is matted between both 24KT Gold Coins. Limited Edition 2011 and Officially Licensed by the NFL.

Biedermann amp; Sons D2008S Christmas Commemorative Silver Snowflake Ornament $49.4 More than 800 years ago the village of Schwaebisch Gmuend was founded by the Kings of Staufen who were responsible for settling this region known for its artisans specializing in the production of gold silver and brass jewelry as well as decorative ornaments. These works of art were shipped to markets in Italy and Western Europe. The tradition in metal arts survives today in this medieval walled town located near Stuttgart Germany. For generations families have engaged in ornament cutting designing their own unique decorations to give friends and relatives as gifts during the holiday season. The Biedermanns originated the creation of a single Christmas ornament commemorating each year drawing on the talent from this region. In the fall of 1970 we contacted several artisan families who among them designed and cut the first ornament which depicted the town square of Schwaebisch Gmuend. Since that first edition each year a group of artists has selected a single design from those submitted by the townspeople and the ornament to be cut for the coming season is chosen. This is now a tradition that the people of Schwaebisch Gmuend and America cherish. Designs through the years have been selected from those created by school children and adults. Our Master Cutter Georg Neumaier directs the production of the Biedermann Commemorative Ornament and is also involved in selecting the years winning design. The now very valuable original brass ornament was supplemented in 1984 by our first edition silverplated ornament. Beginning in 1987 alternate years depict the story of The Twelve Days of Christmas. Nineteen ninetyeight began the first edition of the Christmas Quotations Series of ornaments. We take pride in offering the Biedermann Commemorative Ornaments to you the collector and to all connoisseurs of tasteful high quality craftsmanship. Since 1970 the Biedermann Commemorative Christmas Ornaments have been handmade by the artisans of Schwaebisch Gmuend Germany for centuries

Commemorative #12 $249.99 Patrick Nagel Commemorative #12 - Serigraph

Commemorative #15 $249.99 Patrick Nagel Commemorative #15 - Serigraph

Commemorative #11 $249.99 Patrick Nagel Commemorative #11 - Serigraph

Commemorative, 1986 $249.99 Patrick Nagel Commemorative, 1986 - Serigraph

Commemorative #6 $249.99 Patrick Nagel Commemorative #6 - Serigraph

Alabama Crimson Tide 2011 BCS National Champions Commemorative Silver Coin Card $26 The 2011 BCS Champions Silver plated Coin is featured in a 4�x6� acrylic Holder along with full color commemorative graphics on the front and 2011 Season scores and info on the back- each is delivered with a display stand! Measuring 39mm in diameter each is a Limited Edition of 10-000 and Officially Licensed by CLC. Proudly made in the U.S.A!

The Tale of Peter Rabbit: Commemorative Edition $8.49 "The Tale of Peter Rabbit" first appeared in 1902 and made its author, Beatrix Potter, a household name. This special gift edition, a replica of the very first edition of the book, features a glamorous silver foil jacket to commemorate the release of the film "Miss Potter, " which tells the story of that remarkable woman and how she found success with her first book.

Highland Mint DJ3000TTK Derek Jeter 3000th Hit Commemorative TwoTone Coin $129.94 Limited Edition of only 1000 this commemorative Jeter 3000th Hit Coin is plated in fine silver and then Selectively Plated with 24KT Gold Each 39mm Coin is minted with the "DJ3K logo on the obverse and the details (Date Inning Pitcher place in histor

American Coin Treasures Colorized Washington Commemorative Half Dollar Coin Keychain $106.01 This Washington Commemorative Half Dollar Keychain displays a 1982 coin made of 90% silver celebrating the 250th anniversary of the birth of George Washington. Beautifully colorized by American Coin Treasures, this legendary coin is set in a handsome chrome key ring that features a handy mirror on the back.

New York Times George Washington Commemorative John Trumbull Reprint $249.44 This officially licensed reproduction of The New York Times picture section on February 21, 1915, 'General George Washington at Trenton' is displayed under blue matting. This commemorative piece is set in a 20-inch x 16-inch espresso wood frame.Brand: American Coin TreasuresModel: 50050Officially licensed reproduction of The New York Times picture section on February 21, 1915, 'General George Washington at Trenton' Displays the historical painting by John TrumbullThe sepia tone reprint is displayed under blue mattingSet in a 20-inch x 16-inch espresso wood frameFrame also houses two (2) Washington stamps and a commemorative Silver Half DollarThe commemorative 90-percent silver half dollar was minted in 1982 and features Mount Vernon on the reverse and George Washington on the obverseA Certificate of Authenticity is included

9/11 Commemorative Box Set $13.99 9/11 Commemorative Box Set

Notorious BIG - Commemorative $9.99 Notorious BIG - Commemorative - Poster

Alabama BCS Champs Commemorative Gold Two-Tone Coin $99.99 Limited Edition 2011! This 2011 BCS Champions Commemorative Coin is specially minted with Silver plating and selectively plated with 24KT Gold! This unique 39mm Coin is Struck with the Champs logo on the front and Championship Game logo on the back furthermore each is protected in a capsule to preserve its condition and displayed in a custom 3� x 5� Glass top Wood Box. A Limited Edition of only 2011 each coin is individually numbered on the edge and accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity! Officially Licensed by the CLC. Proudly made in the U.S.A!

Highland Mint BCS12CTTK 2011 BCS Champions Commemorative Gold TwoTone Coin $129.94 Limited Edition 2011 This 2011 BCS Champions Commemorative Coin is specially minted with Silver plating and selectively plated with 24KT Gold This unique 39mm Coin is Struck with the Champs logo on the front and Championship Game logo on the back furthermore each is protected in a capsule to preserve its condition and displayed in a custom 3 x 5 Glass top Wood Box. A Limited Edition of only 2011 each coin is individually numbered on the edge and accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity Officially Licensed by the CLC. Proudly made in the U.S.A

Derek Jeter 3000th Hit Commemorative Two-Tone Coin $99.99 Derek Jeter 3000th Hit Commemorative Two-Tone Coin Limited Edition of only 1000 this commemorative Jeter 3000th Hit Coin is plated in fine silver and then Selectively Plated with 24KT Gold! Each 39mm Coin is minted with the “DJ3Kâ€� logo on the obverse and the details (Date, Inning, Pitcher, place in history) of his 3000th hit on the reverse! As well each coin is individually serialized on the reverse! The 2-Tone Coin is protected coin in a capsule to preserve its condition and delivered in a 4 1/2" x 6" Glass Top Cherry Wood Jewelry Box as well as accompanied by numbered Certificate of Authenticity. Limited Edition of only 1000 and Officially licensed by MLB and MLBPA.