Posts by Jacob Barton
OFFICIAL: Gold Just Broke a Demand Record in 2025!
đź§Â Editor’s Note: Gold just broke a historic demand record — and the buying wasn’t coming from bracelet counters or hype chasers. This breakdown cuts through the bravado to explain who is really buying gold in 2025, why it matters, and where everyday U.S. buyers risk getting misled if they confuse price action with smart positioning. The Hook Gold didn’t…
Read MoreAfter Years of Drift, the U.S. Mint Gets a Real Numismatist
🧠Editor’s Note: The U.S. Mint has been drifting without a steady hand — long on optics, short on coin sense. With Paul Hollis confirmed as Mint Director, that era may finally be ending. In this breakdown, I’ll explain who Hollis really is, why his background matters, and why this appointment is a sharp course…
Read MoreThe Final U.S. Penny: Historic Sendoff or Auction-House Theater?
Editor’s Note:The penny didn’t die quietly — it went out in a blaze of headlines, gold plating, and six-figure auction bids. In this breakdown, Jacob Barton cuts through the nostalgia and auction hype to explain what those $16.7 million “last pennies” really represent… and what they absolutely do not mean for everyday collectors and investors.…
Read MoreWhen Gold Hits Records but Coins Yawn: How Smart Money Decides to Buy—or Bail
Editor’s Note:Gold’s screaming headlines again, but classic U.S. gold coins are barely clearing their throats. In this breakdown, I’ll explain why premiums look sleepy at record spot prices, how dealers really think about bullion versus numismatic gold, and how to decide whether you should be buying, selling, or simply standing pat without getting churned to…
Read MoreThe 1776–2026 Silver Eagle Is Real — The Question Is What You’ll Pay for the Privy
Editor’s Note:The Mint is dangling a shiny new anniversary carrot — a dual-dated Silver Eagle with a Liberty Bell privy — and the crowd is already lining up. Before you sprint to the checkout button, Jacob Barton breaks down what’s actually scarce, what’s just dressed up, and where collectors usually overpay when symbolism meets subscription…
Read MoreThe 2025 Morgan & Peace Reverse Proof Set: Solid Coins, Softer Signals
Editor’s Note:The U.S. Mint rolled out its 2025-S Morgan & Peace Reverse Proof set with plenty of hype and solid early sales — but slower than last year. Jacob Barton breaks down what those numbers actually mean, why “sellouts” don’t equal profits, and how collectors can avoid mistaking Mint marketing for real market demand. The…
Read MoreThe Hidden Cost of Inflation: Why Taxing Gold and Silver is Unfair
Inflation is one of the most pressing issues today, affecting almost every American. Since 2019, the cost of living has skyrocketed, squeezing the middle class and pushing many into financial hardship. This problem isn’t just a fluke of the economy; it’s a direct result of how our money system works, particularly the use of unbacked…
Read More10 Tips for Tracking Your Physical Gold and Silver
Tracking the value of your physical gold and silver coins can be a daunting task, especially if you have a large collection. But with the right tools and strategies, it can be a rewarding and profitable experience. In this post, we’ll share 10 tips for tracking your physical gold and silver coins like a pro.…
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