Articles
Guides and insights on estate jewelry, diamonds, coins, and precious metals.
Coins
June 18, 2026
A Beginner's Guide to Collecting US Coins
How to start a US coin collection the right way: understanding grades, key dates, mintmarks, where to buy, how to store, and what actually makes a coin valuable.
Jewelry
July 2, 2026
From Raw Metal to Finish: How Fine Jewelry Is Actually Manufactured
Fine jewelry manufacturing blends ancient techniques like lost-wax casting with modern CAD modeling. Learn the step-by-step process from raw metal to finished piece.
Coins
July 2, 2026
How Error Coins Are Made: A Guide to Minting Mistakes and Why Collectors Prize Them
Minting mistakes that escape quality control become prized error coins. Learn how errors happen at three stages and why collectors pay big for them.
Coins
July 2, 2026
Troy Ounces vs. Standard Ounces: Why Precious Metals Are Weighed Differently
Precious metals use a medieval measurement system that makes a troy ounce about 10% heavier than the ounce on your kitchen scale. Here is why.
Coins
June 24, 2026
Why Gold, Silver, and Platinum Behave So Differently in Markets
Gold, silver, and platinum are all precious metals, but they respond to the economy in very different ways. Here is what drives each one.
Jewelry
June 24, 2026
The Science of Sparkle: How a Diamond's Cut Determines Its Brilliance
A diamond's sparkle is the result of precise physics and masterful cutting. Learn how brilliance, fire, and scintillation work together to create a diamond's famous visual appeal.
Coins
June 18, 2026
Morgan Silver Dollars: A Collector's Guide
The most collected coin in American history — where it came from, what makes certain dates worth a fortune, and how to start building a Morgan dollar collection at any budget.
Jewelry
June 17, 2026
How to Tell If Old Jewelry Is Valuable
A practical guide to reading hallmarks, understanding gold and silver stamps, spotting plated vs. solid metal, testing gemstones, and knowing when to call a professional appraiser.
Jewelry
June 17, 2026
Birthstones: A Month-by-Month Guide to Their Meaning and History
From an ancient priest's breastplate to the modern list we know today, here's the story behind birthstones, what each month's stone means, and how to choose one you'll love wearing.