Summertime is here. For some, that means it’s golf season. And local golf fans could not be more excited about the U.S. Open being held right here in the Pacific Northwest! For the very first time, the open will be held at Chambers Bay Golf Course just outside Tacoma, Washington. In honor of the occasion,… Read more »
Tagged: Platinum
Precious Metals 101
Everyone knows the term “precious metals.” But what really makes these metals precious? For one thing, they’re some of the earth’s most rare commodities. In addition to their scarcity, their capacity to withstand corrosion and oxidation makes them essential for industry. Precious metals aren’t limited to gold, silver and platinum. In fact, there are nine… Read more »
Fast Facts for Buying Bullion
The word “bullion” may conjure up images of pirates pillaging treasure chests or the military patrolling the golden bunkers of Fort Knox — but bullion isn’t just for the criminal class and the government. In fact, buying bullion is a great way to diversify your portfolio and (often) realize a great rate of return. How… Read more »
How To Mint A Trillion-Dollar Platinum Coin
So we know the proposed $1 trillion coin made of platinum was ultimately rejected by the U.S. Federal Reserve and the Treasury. And no, the proposed coin was not going to contain $1 trillion worth of platinum, but let’s consider for a moment, what it would look like if it did… Thanks to a quirky… Read more »