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 »
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Theodore Roosevelt and the Renaissance of American Coinage
Back in December 1904, three years after he took office, Theodore Roosevelt sent a famous letter to Treasury Secretary Leslie Shaw that ushered in a new age of American coinage. Here’s what he said: I think our coinage is artistically of atrocious hideousness. Would it be possible, without asking permission of Congress, to employ a… Read more »