US Mint Gold and Silver Bullion Sales Highest in More Than a Decade
During May 2010, the United States Mint’s gold and silver bullion sales levels reached their highest level in a decade or more for the two most popular offerings. This heavy demand for physical gold was experienced by several world mints last month, driven by concerns and uncertainty about Greece and the Euro.
The United States Mint [...]
2010 American Gold Eagle Release Date
After a year of heavy demand, the United States Mint will begin offering the 2010 American Gold Eagle bullion coin with a slight delay. Typically, authorized purchasers are able to order the coins in late December for delivery in early January. This year orders won’t be accepted until January 19, 2010.
The reason for the delay [...]
Fractional Gold Eagles Make Brief Appearance
During December, the United States Mint briefly offered 2009 American Gold Eagle bullion coins in fractional weights. This included one-half ounce coins, one-quarter ounce coins, and one-tenth ounce coins.
This was the first time that the US Mint had offered anything other one ounce gold bullion coins for more than a year. Back in October 2008, [...]
2010 Silver Eagles Arrive Late
Usually, the United States Mint will begin production of the American Silver Eagle bullion coins bearing the following year’s date in late November or early December. This allows the US Mint to begin accepting orders in December for delivery of the coins in early January. This system has allowed bullion and coin dealers to get [...]
2009 Proof Gold Buffalo Coin
In addition to bullion coins, the United States Mint will also be producing a collectible proof version of the 2009 American Gold Buffalo. The status of this product was uncertain for much of the year, until the tentative release of the coin on October 29, 2009 was finally announced in early October.
In the prior year, [...]
