But Alyattes had been making coins out of electrum, a naturally occurring gold-and-silver alloy that often has bits of other metals in it. Alyattes' coins were standardized based on weight ...

If you have a coin collection, something might be hiding inside that’s worth much more than its weight in gold. The post-pandemic era is shaping up to be a great time in the history of ...

Historically, various civilizations used gold coins for trade, establishing its universal acceptance. Gold-backed currencies provided economic stability, linking the value of money to a specific ...

Washington, DC, March 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The United States Mint (Mint) announces the opening of sales for the 2025 American Eagle Gold Proof Coins on March 20 at noon EDT. Orders are limited ...