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The team at Gainesville News is dedicated to bringing you relevant updates and analysis about the precious metals markets, as well as news in the broader financial markets. Our reporting reflects the crucial—and often overlooked—role that gold, silver, platinum and palladium play in the global economy, and how these metals interact with other assets and economic developments. We want to empower our readers with the latest information and industry perspectives on important events affecting the markets. We also provide occasional stories concerning geopolitics, important domestic developments, and other topics of interest. We always strive for objectivity and accuracy. Due to their diverse knowledge and professional backgrounds, our contributors also share their opinions where such insights may apply.
Silver Coins Saved This Soldier's Life
An astounding Reddit post this week told the story of a soldier in World War I who was protected from a lethal bullet by the stack of silver coins in his pocket.
Gold and Silver Manipulation Goes Mainstream
After years of speculation and suspicions that big banks engaged in manipulating gold and silver prices, a guilty plea by a JPMorgan trader has placed the topic into mainstream discourse.
Hoarding Gold Can Cost Your Life In Iran
To the shock of many, the financial news reported this week that gold dealers in Iran are being executed by the government for hoarding gold, which authorities are claiming is detrimental to the country's broader financial health.
2019 Silver Eagles and 2019 Gold Eagles Arrive
The United States Mint has released its popular American Silver Eagle and American Gold Eagle coins again for 2019. These coins are intended as a vehicle for investors to gain exposure to physical precious metals.
How Big Is the London Bullion Market?
For the first time ever, the London Bullion Market Association (LBMA) will begin publishing more comprehensive data on the size of London's bullion market, where billions of dollars of gold are traded each day.
Gold Miner Makes Major Discovery in Australia
Australia is among the world's top gold producers, and the Canadian mining company RNC recently discovered a pair of massive gold orebodies at the Beta Hunt mine in Western Australia.
Paper Note From 1890 Sells For $2 Million
A remarkable U.S. paper banknote from 1890 recently sold at auction for a staggering $2 million. The face value of the note is $1,000, inviting some interesting comparisons to its collectible value.
Even Ancient Coins Had Errors
Error coins are an important area of numismatics for many collectors. Even as far back as Celtic times two millennia ago, mints were mistakenly producing error coins like one gold coin (from a variety of only eight known) being auctioned in November.
2019 Perth Mint Bullion Is Coming
The Perth Mint is held in high regard among the world's government mints, especially for its bullion coin programs. Each of these gold and silver coin designs are back for 2019!
An Unsuccessful Robbery of Fenn's Treasure
Forrest Fenn supposedly hid a treasure chest of gold in the wilderness of New Mexico. Fenn provides clues to its location, but it's never been found. Last week, a man was arrested for attempting to burglarize Fenn's house in search of the treasure.