American Rare Coin and Bullion

Gold Outperforming S&P 500? ….YES!

December 2, 2024

Gold and the S&P 500 have had impressive starts to the year, each gaining around 17-18% in the first half of 2024. With both assets reaching record highs, you might be wondering which the smarter investment choice is. The good news? You don’t have to choose. A well-diversified investment portfolio typically includes a mix of stocks, bonds, and gold—often regarded as a "safe haven" asset. Currently, gold is trading at approximately $2,640 per troy ounce, up over 17% year-to-date and over 23% over the past 12 months. This surge is partly fueled by expectations of interest rate cuts and robust central bank purchases. While stocks have historically outperformed gold, there are notable exceptions. For instance, over the past 20 years, gold has delivered better returns than the S&P … Read More

Why should I collect Rare Coins?

November 5, 2024

Coins were first used in the Iron Age kingdom of Lydia over two thousand years ago. While wedon't have specific records, it’s likely that the world’s first coin collectors emerged around thesame time. Coin collecting has historically been called the “Hobby of Kings” because onlyroyalty could afford to pursue it. Today, it’s known as “The King of Hobbies” because nowanyone can enjoy collecting coins.Coin collecting is a lifelong hobby, offering endless opportunities to find new treasures. With asmany ways to collect as there are collectors, the possibilities are vast. In the United States, coincollecting reached its height in the 1950s and '60s, when coin shops could be found in everyneighborhood. The market declined in the 1980s and '90s due to economic challenges and therise of digital … Read More

Stacking Gold & Silver

October 3, 2024

Gold and silver stacking refers to the practice of gradually accumulating physical gold or silver over time. Investors who engage in stacking usually store their metals securely on their property. Here are some common reasons why people choose to stack gold and silver: Inflation Hedge: Gold and silver are often seen as resistant to inflation, helping safeguard a portfolio's value during times of economic uncertainty. Tangible Asset: As physical, hard assets, gold and silver are not exposed to the counterparty risks that come with paper investments like stocks or bonds. Scarcity: Since gold and silver are finite resources and cannot be produced by governments, they tend to retain value better than fiat currencies. Hobby Appeal: Many find enjoyment in collecting silver, as … Read More