Gold Archives

Is Welsh Gold More Valuable?

By Joe Beasy on November 9, 2021

Wales is known for its dramatic scenery–steeped in mystery and romance. It is covered in majestic heather-clad hills cut by cascading waterfalls and mountain streams that rush through gladed valleys.

Yet, beneath the quartzite exterior, there is another treasure–as valuable as it is beautiful. Perhaps you have heard that there is gold in them thar (Welsh) hills, but did you know that Welsh gold has decorated the finger of every royal bride dating back to the Queen Mother’s wedding in 1923? What is it about Welsh gold that makes it the top choice for Britain’s monarchy?

What is Black Hills gold?

By Joe Beasy on October 11, 2021

wooden barn and ranch in the black hills

Gold and gold jewelry come in a wide variety of shapes, styles, and colors, all of which can combine to make a piece more unique and more aligned with a wearer’s particular tastes and sensibilities.

This is certainly the case with Black Hills gold jewelry, which is made via a one-of-a-kind process to result in pieces unlike any others in the industry.

Here is a closer look at the history of Black Hills gold jewelry, its key characteristics, and the processes that go into creating it.

Coin Lore: The Story of the Half Union 50-Dollar Gold Coin

By Joe Beasy on August 6, 2021

There have been hundreds of different coins concepted and struck by the U.S. Mint over the centuries, whether to serve as a means of legal tender or simply as items of commemoration. From the American Eagle Proof coins to the Eisenhower silver dollar and beyond, U.S. history is rich with rare and unique coins – many of which are still highly sought after as collectible items today.

As extensive as the history of American coinage is, perhaps the most mysterious and legendary piece is the now often forgotten half union 50-dollar gold coin. The half union – while never having been released into circulation – is still often thought of as one of the most significant and well-known pattern coins in the history of the U.S. Mint.

Here is a closer look at the story behind the half union that makes it one of the more iconic coins in our nation’s history.

How much is a gold quarter worth?

By Joe Beasy on July 6, 2021

If you have one or numerous gold quarters in your possession, you may be wondering how much they’re worth and if you should sell them now or hold onto them as longer-term investments.

If this is the case, there’s an important distinction you should make between gold-plated quarters and gold quarters, as one is much more valuable than the other.

Here is a closer look at the differences between gold-plated quarters and gold quarters and how to go about getting value out of either.

How to sell your gold online and in the mail

By Joe Beasy on June 18, 2021

Close up of young woman receiving a package

Over the past few decades, we’ve seen much of the retail landscape take its shopping experience to the internet, with everything from clothing and groceries to cars and furniture now being bought and sold online around the world every day.

But when it comes to buying and selling jewelry and precious metals, however, many are often more hesitant and less confident in the online process due to a wariness toward scams, damaged items, and an overall less-than-satisfying consumer experience.

The truth is that despite these concerns, the ease and success of selling your gold and other precious metals online is all about who you work with.