Silver prices are high — but not all silver coins are smart buys. Discover the best silver coins to stack right now and how to avoid overpriced mistakes.

New to coin collecting? Learn how to start in 2026 with affordable coins, smart storage, and beginner-friendly tips that help you avoid common mistakes.

With silver and gold prices rising, many wonder if coin shops are paying more. Learn what dealers are buying, why offers vary, and when selling makes sense.

When silver prices surge, some coins jump immediately while others barely move. Learn what really happens to coin prices when silver hits new highs — and what collectors should expect.

Shopping for a coin collector can be tricky — one small detail can make a coin worth $5 or $500. Instead of guessing and risking overpriced or low-quality buys, here are the safest and most appreciated gifts that every collector will love.

The silver-to-gold ratio shows how many ounces of silver equal an ounce of gold — and smart collectors use it to know when silver is cheap, when gold may outperform, or when to swap metals for maximum value.

Not all coins are created equal. Learn the key differences between bullion and numismatic coins, how they’re priced, and how to choose the right type for your goals.

For over a century, the Gold Standard defined America’s money. Learn how it worked, why it ended, and how it still influences gold, currency, and coin collecting today.

Learn how to start stacking silver and gold for long-term security. Discover what to buy first, how to store safely, and how to build a precious metals strategy that lasts.

Think cleaning your coins makes them more valuable? Think again. Learn why cleaning permanently damages coins, how experts can tell, and what to do instead.

Confused by all the letters and numbers on your coin slab? This guide explains how to read NGC, PCGS, and ANACS grading labels — so you’ll know exactly what your coin’s grade, strike, and special designations really mean.

Not all wheat pennies are valuable — but some are worth hundreds or more. Learn which dates, mint marks, and varieties to keep, and why most are still fun to collect.

Learn how to spot valuable coin varieties like double dies, re-punched mint marks, and overdates. Discover what causes them, famous examples, and how to identify them.

Wondering how coin shops decide what your collection is worth? Learn exactly how dealers evaluate coins by rarity, condition, metal content, and market demand.

Coin collecting doesn’t have to be expensive. Discover the best U.S. coins to collect on a budget — from Wheat cents to silver dimes — and how to get started.

Learn what “melt value” really means, how to calculate it, and which U.S. coins actually contain silver. Perfect for collectors and silver stackers alike.

Counterfeit coins are everywhere — from fake key-date Lincolns to altered Morgan dollars. Learn which U.S. coins are most counterfeited and how to protect yourself.

Not all 1943 pennies are created equal. Discover why some are worth just a few cents while others can sell for over $100,000 — and how to spot the difference.

Coin grading determines a coin’s condition and value. Learn how the Sheldon Scale works, why grading matters, and when to have coins certified.

Proof coins are some of the most beautiful coins ever made. Learn the difference between proof, cameo, and deep cameo coins — and why collectors value them.