Sunday, November 24, 2013

25th Anniversary Silver Maple Leaf - $5 Legal Tender Bullion Coin From the Royal Canadian Mint



Weight:31.10 g
Purity:999.9 / 1000
Country of origin:Canada
Packing:Single in bag; 25 per Tube

This  anniversary edition of the popular Silver Maple Leaf  features a unique design to commemorate the Royal Canadian Mint’s 25th year of production of the coin series. The iconic maple leaf features a “25″ stamped across it to differentiate this design from the normal Silver Maple Leaf.
 The 25th anniversary edition of the coin ships in mint-sealed tubes of 25, or monster boxes of 500 (20 tubes of 25).

The Canadian Maple Leaf is minted by the Royal Canadian Mint since 1988. Obverse shows the typical Canadian Maple Leaf which makes the coin easy to identify. Inverse shows Queen Elisabeth II. The Canadian Maple Leaf is 999.9/1000 pure and is recognised as one of the top investment silver coins worldwide.

The Maple Leaf silver coin is minted in 1oz (31.1grams) in 9999 Pure Silver



Maple Leaf Silver Coin Value

The Maple Leaf silver coin is denominated with $5 and legal tender in the Canadian Currency and Exchange Act as specified in Part 1 of the schedule to the Act. But the Maple Leaf is not viewed as a coin in circulation as the coin is mainly bought by gold investors and numismatists. The real value of the Maple Leaf is founded in the content of pure silver which is 31.10 grams for the 1oz coin.
Design and Production of the Maple Leaf Silver Coin

Silver Maple Leaf bullion coins are minted at the headquarters of the Royal Canadian Mint in the city centre of Ottawa, the capital of Canada.

The inscriptions of the Maple Leaf Silver coin:

Obverse:

  • Elizabeth II
  • 2013
  • 5 DOLLARS

Reverse:

  • CANADA
  • 9999
  • Fine Silver 1 OZ Argent Pur

Thursday, November 21, 2013

Bitcoin 1oz Silver 999 Bullion - Commemorative Round




The Bitcoin, an alternative cryptocurrency, has recently taken the world by storm.  While the value of paper fiat currency falls around the world the Bitcoin has grown in popularity.  It has gained worldwide media recognition and has recently reached prices of $130 for 1 BTC.  The coin celebrates the spontaneous emergence of this alternative virtual medium of exchange by artistically marrying it to one of the oldest commodity currencies in written history: silver, thus giving it the almost tongue in cheek name: The ‘Bitcoin Coin’.  

The coin’s message, printed boldly around the Bitcoin currency symbol sums up this iconic new and old relationship:  “Commodity banks and cryptocurrencies will render central banks desolate- Free the currency, free the people”.

The Bitcoin Coin features the iconic Bitcoin currency symbol on its obverse. It is set on a background of a computer circuit board and boldly states the message “Commodity banks and crypto currencies will render central banks desolate- Free the currency, free the people”. An operational QR code decorates the reverse, in dual finish: the foreground is satin, and the background is mirror-finish. When scanned by a smart phone the code directs you to the M2 Factory Store. Give it a try!


Monday, November 18, 2013

2014 Chinese Panda 1oz Silver 999 10 Yuan Legal Tender Coin



China first introduced the Silver Panda coin series in 1983, and every year since, a new variation of the Panda series has been introduced.
Shown on the the reverse of the 2014 Chinese Panda silver coins is a Panda grappling with a tree brnch. Incorporated into the design is the face value of the strike with the coin's weight and fineness shown beneath.
On the obverse of each coin, the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests (The Temple of Heaven) of Beijing is depicted. Obverse inscriptions include the Chinese characters for People's Republic of China and the year. 

The 1 oz coin has a nominal face value of 10 yuan, and has a silver purity of .999. Each coin is 40 millimeters in diameter, and a weight of 31.1 grams.


2014 Silver Chinese Pandas are also available in 5oz and 1Kilogram (1kg)

Thursday, November 7, 2013

Morgue Anne 1oz 999 Silver Zombucks Walker Round Bullion Coin

Morgue Anne



Why should you own Zombucks Walker rounds? Simple - it's the official currency of the apocalypse.
Fighting to survive and defending against infection are top priorities during a zombie invasion, but so is having a currency to buy goods and services. This round has a denomination of Z50, and the living will only accept Zombucks rounds as their trusted currency. Their value is sure to skyrocket if humans are able to survive the apocalypse and take back what was once theirs.internet
The 2017 Zombucks Walker pays homage to the Walking Liberty Half-Dollar (1916-1947) and the American Silver Eagle (1986-2013), which depicts a beautiful image of Walking Liberty striding forward with the sun on the horizon. The original Walking Liberty is also accompanied by stars and stripes while clutching laurel and oak branches. Adolf Weinman's design grasps the essence of what the U.S. Mint was looking for during the mid-1910's, which was patriotism, independence and liberty.
While there's nothing patriotic about being chased by the living dead and fighting evil to survive, it's the the reality of a zombie apocalypse. This silver Walker is a zombified Walking Liberty reaching ahead for a human. She is wrapped in torn and disheveled clothing with an ax in hand, surrounded by stars and stripes and walking in front of a mushroom cloud.
Each Zombucks Walker is composed of 1 oz of .999 fine silver. Along with the zombified Liberty, the inscriptions read "WALKER," "2017" and the denomination of "Z50." The heart of the reverse is a biohazard symbol to remind humans of the hazards of the apocalypse. It is inscribed with "ZOMBUCKS," "1 oz .999 FINE SILVER" and "CURRENCY OF THE APOCALYPSE," along with a Provident Metals compass logo.
Provident Mint began producing Zombucks limited mintage rounds to document the zombie period. In total, we will release 10 Zombucks rounds that pay tribute to historic coins or figures, with all 10 being offered in copper and silver.
Weinman's Walking Liberty design is said to be among the most beautiful U.S. coins ever designed. The Zombucks Walker celebrates that popular coin, but the zombified Walking Liberty is beautiful in its own right.
And if this is the last time you ever have an online connection, stay safe and never give up!

Sunday, October 20, 2013

Pegasus Silver 1oz 999 Bullion Round


The silver round's obverse design features a Pegasus, a flying horse often depicted in Greek and Roman mythology. Through flight the Pegasus symbolizes the ability of one to transcend the weight of earthly burdens and rise above them. The Pegasus is a symbol of knowledge, inspiration, and justice.

The silver round's reverse design features the inscription "Free Markets & Free People". The Bull & Lion pay homage to mankind's first ever money coined in Lydia, in approximately 680 B.C.

The Silver Pegasus Round is the easiest way to own a beautiful fine silver bullion product as close to the silver spot price as possible.  Unlike government issued silver coins, the Silver Pegasus Round does not have high seigniorage costs.
These exclusive silver rounds have the benefit of being struck into small 1 ounce increments making them extremely liquid and less susceptible to counterfeit than large commercial silver bars.

The GoldSilver.com Silver Pegasus Round has its one ounce weight and fine .999 AG ( silver ) content stamped on it in English. This silver round is an excellent silver investment protecting your wealth against currency crisis, devaluations, and or potential bank bail-ins.

Monday, September 9, 2013

Love 1oz 999 Silver Round Medallion - Silver Bullet, Silver Shield


 
Love is the most powerful force out there and is the ultimate opposite consciousness solution to the Debt and Death paradigm.
 
I could think of nothing more loving than a picture that I have been carrying around for over a decade of the most peaceful and loving person I have ever met. 
 
Love does not stop there, it must resonate.  Knowing that my consciousness did not become activated until I found out I was going to be a father, I thought that nothing represents true love than a mother to be.
 
The three hearts represents the past present and future love that passes through time.  I find it amazing how we are directly affected at a very early age by people who were born 70 to 80 years before us, with major influences like our grandparents.  By the time we are older we will have a direct influence on grand children and possibly great grand children 70 to 80 years from now. The pregnancy is the middle of this 150 year span of direct consciousness existence.
 
I once again have to thank and marvel at the incredible talent of Heidi Wastweet.  I could only trust her to be able to sculpt this incredibly personal and delicate image.  Her attention to detail from the heart the hands make and the wedding ring made for an incredible sculpt. 
 
Heidi finishes off this design with her initials HW on the hip of the skirt. I told her that was the best place for the initials, because she is such a hip artist to be able to do chaotic, hard and powerful sculpts like Warbird, but then switch gears to sculpt loving, soft and the power of Love.

Monday, September 2, 2013

Hero - Bradley Manning 1oz 999 Silver Round BU


The Bradley Manning Coin Project, The Hero, seeks to increase awareness about PFC Manning and these issues, to raise money for his legal defense, and to memorialize this moment in history when a young man stood for what was right, spoke truth to power, and gained the support and admiration of people world-wide. 100% of the proceeds from the sale of this coin will go towards Bradley Manning’s legal defense fund.
HERO
 
It is not a word we often use. Typically we prescribe it to fictional characters created in our minds because they so infrequently appear in real life. The truth is, heroes do not set out to be heroes.
In 2010, 23 year old PFC Bradley Manning saw something – acts of egregious disregard for human life, coverups by world governments, and information that would forever change the way history perceived American militarism in the twenty-first century.
 
What would you do if you had access to classified information, the substance of which affected the lives and future of an entire planet? Would you selfishly keep it to yourself, or would you do as Manning did and share it with the world?
 
Among the documents and videos that Manning allegedly shared with Wikileaks founder, Julian Assange, was a video where soldiers aboard a U.S. Army Apache helicopter rained hell fire down on a group of civilians including two children and two Reuter Reporters they mistakingly took for opposition forces. This “Collateral Murder” video legitimized the debate as to whether the wages of U.S. military adventurism was worth whatever national interest for which the rulers of the United States claim it is perpetuated. How would you feel if those children were your children? How would you feel if those reporters were your husband, your brother, your friend? Is it an acceptable loss? What do we gain?
 
Along with the Afghan and Iraqi war logs, Manning shared diplomatic wires that shed light on the corruption of U.S. government officials that were both embarrassing and exposed the Bush and Obama presidential administrations for their war crimes.
 
Much debate has been held over the morality of his decision. Was it right for him to share that information? Who owns information? Is information free? Does it belong to all of us? What role does information play in our lives? Are we truly safer if we are protected from the truth?
 
There is no doubt that people have been hurt as a result of this leak. The question is – how many people were hurt before the leak and what will change to prevent more from being hurt now that we have the information. Will our governments change their foreign policy? Will officials and military personnel exercise more discernment and respect? Will citizens rise up and overthrow their tyrannical leaders? Some argue they already have. Both the Egyptian and Libyan revolutions can be linked to outrage over information leaded in these documents.
 
Wikileaks has yet to confirm that Manning was the source of the leaks – citing their protocols to keep the whistleblower’s identity a secret. The media and our government has sought to distract us from what is actually happening here by diverting our attention to Assange’s personal life and Manning’s sexual identity and personal issues.
 
Whatever Assange’s faults or Manning’s sexual preference, these issues are only static The gravity and the scale of Mannings actions are what he is and should be judged by. Bradley Manning gave to the world the smoking gun. It is up to us to do something with it.
 
We created this medallion to honor the actions of a hero and to commemorate this moment in history when a boy spoke truth to power and arguably exposed more abhorrent, subversive, and illegal actions by more rulers and officials than in all of human history combined.
 
We put it on silver because of its precious, collectable nature. It will never be discarded, torn, worn, or decay. It will be preserved – possibly for hundreds of thousands of years. It will sit in the hand of some collector generations from now who will explain how important and significant Manning’s actions were and, hopefully how these actions began an age of truth-telling and whistle-blowing that resulted in a more free and transparent humanity.
 
Exposing immorality is the highest morality.

Sunday, September 1, 2013

Cannabis 1oz 999 Silver Round Medallion - Brilliant Uncirculated



Cannabis


Cannabis has been at the forefront of the War on Drugs since the 1930’s; its uses have been demonized and vilified as having ill effects and dangerous consequences. Efforts to demonize the plant’s credibility have even lead to racism and social degradation.

It’s tragic, but not surprising, that the government’s attempt to control our bodies and our rights has led to the real immorality and social injustice our society continues to experience.

Individuals- regardless of heritage, race or gender—are most capable of making decisions for themselves and that includes what they choose to put into their bodies. Those who choose to use Cannabis to find medical relief or simply for recreational purposes are not devaluing themselves or society—they are the ones taking action to uphold their liberties.

The Coin


The Cannabis coin is a testament to the plant’s beauty and purpose as well as our beauty, our purpose and our ability to make the best choices for ourselves. Whether your fight is specifcally against prohibition or more broadly against oppressing, unjust laws, this coin will act as a reminder to us that all of our liberties are sacred and that the individual's power must be preserved at all costs.

War On Drugs? Or Liberty?


Cannabis has been at the forefront of the War on Drugs since the 1930’s; its uses demonized and vilified as having ill effects and dangerous consequences. Nearing its 100th anniversary, the drug war has done little to prevent cannabis usage, though it has been very successful in criminalizing our youth and creating future felons.

As government powers have expanded to control recreational drug use, so has the world’s incarcerated population. The numbers have shot up dramatically, from roughly 500,000 prisoners in 1980 to around 2.25 million by 2005. Over 1 trillion dollars have been spent in government efforts to fight the war on drugs.

History of Illegalization and Vilification


The government has been furthering its involvements in our daily habits and personal intake since its first ban on opium in 1914. The progression of drug laws from The Nixon Administration to the advancement of federal power under the Obama Administration has illustrated the unwanted intrusion of the federal government into our personal lives.

Those who attempt to ban our rights to privacy use the same, old argument over and over again—they cry ‘Immorality!’ Henry Anslinger—a man ironically addicted to morphine at the early age of twelve years old—led the campaign against marijuana in the 30’s as the commissioner for the National Bureau of narcotics. He launched a campaign against cannabis by using the media and branding to label the plant and the use of the substance as ‘degrading to society.’ His goal was to grow his newly formed Narcotics agency to expand to banning all recreational drugs.

He is responsible for remarking the plant as ‘marijuana’—his attempt to make the plant as inferior by promoting its formal Spanish name; his efforts to demonize the plant’s credibility often lead to racism and social degradation.

Tuesday, August 27, 2013

Gold Lunar Year of the Horse Bullion Coin Announced - Perth Mint Lunar Series 2

Gold Lunar Year of the Horse Bullion S2


These magnificent gold coins celebrate the Year of the Horse, the seventh animal in the 12-year cycle of the Chinese zodiac.
As well as appealing to investors, these superb releases are perfect for people born in the Year of the Horse – 1918, 1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002 and 2014.

Those born under the influence of this sign are said to be hardworking, sociable, optimistic and energetic.

No mintage limit applies to 1kg, 10oz, 2oz, 1/2oz, 1/4oz, 1/10oz, and 1/20oz coins. However, production will close at the end of 2014 when The Perth Mint will declare each coin's official mintage.

A maximum of 10 10kg coins will be produced on a mint-to-order basis. Similarly, production will close at the end of 2014 when the coin's mintage will be declared.

The Perth Mint will produce no more than 30,000 1oz coins. Production will cease when the mintage is fully sold or at the end of the series, whichever comes first. Due to the low mintage of the 1oz size it is highly collectable and is sure to sell out fast.

Meticulously struck from 99.99% pure gold in bullion quality, the coins are issued as legal tender under the Australian Currency Act 1965.

Each coin’s reverse depicts a horse galloping amid a stylised scene of mountains and clouds. The Chinese character for ‘horse’ and the inscription ‘Year of the Horse’ also appear in the design with The Perth Mint’s traditional ‘P’ mintmark.
The Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the 2014 year-date and monetary denomination are shown on the obverse of each coin.

All Australian Lunar 2014 Year of the Horse gold bullion coins are presented in protective acrylic capsules.
Available in nine sizes - 10 kilo, 1 kilo, 10oz, 2oz, 1oz, 1/2oz, 1/4oz, 1/10oz and 1/20oz

Saturday, August 24, 2013

2014 Silver Lunar Year of the Horse – Perth Mint Australia

2014-silver-lunar-year-of-the-horse-perth-mint-design-announced-august-2013The Australian Lunar series of coins epitomises the Perth Mint’s rich tradition of minting bullion coins portraying Chinese themes. The reverse design of this year’s release marks the 2014 Year of the Horse, one of the 12 animals associated with the ancient Chinese lunar calendar and the seventh coin in this series.

In Chinese culture, people born in the Year of the Horse – 1918, 1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002 and 2014 – are regarded as hardworking, sociable, optimistic and energetic.

Each coin’s reverse depicts two horses standing within a stylised Chinese landscape. The Chinese character for ‘horse’ and the inscription ‘Year of the Horse’ also appear in the design with The Perth Mint’s traditional ‘P’ mintmark.   

The Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the 2014 year-date and monetary denomination are shown on the obverse of each coin.


Technical Specifications:

Denomination:AUD $1
Minimum Gross Weight:  31.135g
Diameter:45.60 mm
Maximum Thickness:2.60 mm
Fineness:99.9%
Mintage:300,000 (maximum)

Wednesday, August 21, 2013

2014 Silver Kookaburra Bullion Coins - Perth Mint Australia


This year’s stunning new kookaburra coins represents an unrivalled combination of quality, design and choice.

A laughing kookaburra, the largest member of the kingfisher species, is synonymous with the Australian outback. In 2014, The Perth Mint is releasing three bullion coins meticulously struck from 99.9% of silver in 1 kilo, 10oz and 1oz sizes.

Only 500,000 1oz coins will be released. No mintage limit applies to the 1kg and 10oz coins.

DESIGN

Each coin’s reverse depicts a kookaburra sitting on a tree branch surrounded by gum leaves. The Perth Mint’s ‘P’ mintmark and year-date are included in the design.

Issued as Australian legal tender, the obverse of each coin bears the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on its obverse.



PRESENTATION:

All Australian Kookaburra bullion coins are presented in protective acrylic capsules.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
Denomination: AUD $1
Minimum Gross Weight:  31.135 g
Diameter: 40.60 mm
Maximum Thickness: 4.00 mm
Fineness: 99.9%
Mintage: 500,000 (maximum)

Tuesday, August 20, 2013

Ohio Precious Metal OPM Silver Bullion Investment Range - 1oz, 10oz and One Kilogram

1oz 999 Silver Bullion Round OPM

10oz 999 Silver Bullion Round OPM

One Kilogram 999 Silver Bullion Round OPM

Made from 100% recycled metal in Jackson, Ohio, these 1oz .999 fine silver bars feature their weight and purity and the OPM Metals name and logo on the obverse and an elegant, repeating patern and the words "OPM METALS - MADE IN THE USA" on the reverse.

Ohio Precious Metals is the largest gold and silver refinery in the United States and one of the largest private mints in the world. OPM provides a range of services to the precious metals industry and holds a Responsible Source Refinery Certification from SCS Inc., ensuring the cozmpany's products are made using ethical and sustainable practices.

Tuesday, August 13, 2013

Half Ounce silver coin – Australian American Alliance


The Australian-American relationship has been the central issue in Australian foreign policy since the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor in December 1941. War in the Asia-Pacific brought Australia into a crucial and ultimately successful military alliance with its powerful Pacific ally, the United States.

The Australia, New Zealand, United States Security Treaty (ANZUS or ANZUS Treaty) is the military alliance which binds Australia and New Zealand, separately Australia and the United States to co-operate on defense matters in the Pacific Ocean area, though today the treaty is understood to relate to attacks worldwide.

Australia and the United States alliance is one which has strengthened over time and is considered very important. This 1/2oz silver bullion coin commemorates this bond and is issued as legal tender under the Australian Currency Act 1965.

2013 AUSTRALIAN/AMERICAN MEMORIAL 1/2oz SILVER BULLION COIN
DESIGN

The coin’s reverse features the eagle which is located on the top of the Australian–American Memorial in Canberra, and commemorates the role of the United States in World War II. It also features elements from both county’s flags and the inscription AUSTRALIAN/AMERICAN MEMORIAL, WAR IN THE PACIFIC 1941-1945.
The coin’s obverse bears the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the monetary denomination, 2013 year date and coin’s technical specifications.

PRESENTATION

These bullion coins are presented without capsules in protective acrylic tubes of 25 coins. There are 20 tubes to a monster box.

Monday, August 12, 2013

2013 Sentinel One Ounce Silver Medallion - Brilliant Uncirculated Bullion Round






In the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy, Spirko and his team at The Survival Podcast spent some time strategizing what people could do to help their fellow citizens in times of disaster. They threw around several ideas, like putting together disaster-response teams or even reviving a voluntary militia; but for Spirko, one phrase stuck out more than anything else: “Every citizen is a soldier.”

He realized that not everyone is cut out to be a warrior, but all who embrace personal philosophies of freedom and liberty are surely warriors at heart. Only some will be labeled a soldier, but anyone can deem him or herself a Sentinel—one who stands watch over their fellow citizens.

The Sentinel medallion illustrates three of the most iconic moments of resistance and defense of liberty in human history. The overlapping symbols on the reverse of the coin—the sword, the musket and the rifle—visually bridge the historical gaps between valiant efforts made to defend a nation’s freedom.

Breaking Down the Symbols

The Spartan sword represents the 300 Spartan solders who gave their lives to protect the Greek Republic from the invading Persian kingdom. The musket acts as a symbol of our defiance and declaration of independence from the British Empire during the American Revolution.

The AR-15- certainly the most intellectually provocative symbol of the three- represents the modern militia. It encourages us to open our eyes to the growing, tyrannical nature within our back alleys and our boardrooms and realize that we, too may be called upon to take up arms; just as the Spartans and Revolutionaries before us. 300 Spartans stood to protect the Greek Empire--imagine what 55 million American gun owners could do.


This coin is a celebration of Sentinels—the sword and the musket represent the brave men and women in history who fought for freedom and for the protection of others, while the rifle acts as a reminder that no society is exempt from looming oppression. Not even ours.

Jekyll Island One Ounce Silver Medallion Round



On November 22, 1910, an elite group of bankers and politicians gathered in J.P. Morgan's private estate on Jekyll Island, off the coast of Georgia, to seize control of the world's monetary system in an elaborate ruse known as the "duck hunt." 

Speaking of sport and carrying shotguns to ward off any suspicion, the dark figures  covertly met in Senator Nelson Aldrich's private railway car in New Jersey. A number of reporters had arrived to gather the scoop, but mysteriously disappeared after J.P. Morgan & Co. partner Henry P. Davison spoke to the station master. The train departed traveling to the Brunswick train station, where the men boarded a boat and embarked to Jekyll Island. 

The Jekyll Island conference provided a cover for the world's most powerful bankers and corrupt US politicians to pave the way for a private central bank in America. Three years later on Christmas eve, 1913, when congress was in recess, a group of illegally elected politicians passed what was known as the Aldrich Plan setting up the Federal Reserve, a private banking entity with the power to legally tender American currency.

The Jekyll Island medallion is an eery reminder of the insidious conception of the Federal Reserve. Standing in front of J.P. Morgan's estate, the three figures represent the architects of debt: Paul Warburg of the Rothschild family, Senator Nelson Aldrich, and J.P. Morgan himself.

Saturday, April 6, 2013

2013 Somalian One Ounce 999 Silver Elephant Coin


The 2013 One Ounce 999 Silver Elephant Coin from the African Wildlife Coin Series appeals to coin collectors all over the world for its depiction of one of the most fascinating animals found in Africa: the elephant.

The 2013 Somalian Elephant features a family of three Elephants - Two Adults and an adolescent.

Minted in Germany, the Silver Elephant Coin has a denomination of 100 shillings and is struck in .999-fine Silver.

Orders in quantities of 20 or more come in mint tubes.

Sunday, March 17, 2013

Osprey - Birds of Prey One Ounce (1oz) Silver Coin - New Zealand Mint






About the Design:

New Zealand Mint is proud to issue the Birds of Prey 1oz Silver coin series. Each of the coins within the series celebrates the beauty and power of these magnificent creatures.

Reverse Design:

This dramatically captures an Osprey diving upon a fish with claws and wings outstretched to receive its prey. The power and magnificence of this bird is wonderfully captured in this detailed colour image. The Osprey is vividly set against an engraved natural landscape of great detail.

Obverse Design:

This features the Raphael Maklouf effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. The coin is issued by New Zealand Mint as legal tender, under the authority of Niue Island.

Packaging:

The coin is presented in an attractive wooden case with removable insert. Insert can be positioned so the coin is displayed upright.

Specifications:

Metal .999 Silver
Finish Proof
Diameter 40.7 mm
Edge Milled
Denomination $2
Year of Issue 2013
Mintage 5,000

Osprey - Birds of Prey One Ounce (1oz) Silver Coin - New Zealand Mint






About the Design:

New Zealand Mint is proud to issue the Birds of Prey 1oz Silver coin series. Each of the coins within the series celebrates the beauty and power of these magnificent creatures.

Reverse Design:

This dramatically captures an Osprey diving upon a fish with claws and wings outstretched to receive its prey. The power and magnificence of this bird is wonderfully captured in this detailed colour image. The Osprey is vividly set against an engraved natural landscape of great detail.

Obverse Design:

This features the Raphael Maklouf effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. The coin is issued by New Zealand Mint as legal tender, under the authority of Niue Island.

Packaging:

The coin is presented in an attractive wooden case with removable insert. Insert can be positioned so the coin is displayed upright.

Specifications:

Metal .999 Silver
Finish Proof
Diameter 40.7 mm
Edge Milled
Denomination $2
Year of Issue 2013
Mintage 5,000

2013 Fiji Taku (Turtle) Silver Bullion Issue - New Zealand Mint





The 2013 Fiji Taku (Turtle) Silver Bullion Issue - from the New Zealand Mint

The 2013 Issue features a new Reverse depiciting the Fiji Coat of Arms.. changed from the traditional Queen Elizabeth Effirgy.




  • Contains 1 oz of .999 ($2 fiji legal tender) and 1/2 oz of .999 ($1 fiji legal tender) fine Silver
  • Strict limited mintage of only 350,000 coins or less.
  • Brilliant Uncirculated condition.
  • Obverse: stylized design of a Hawksbill turtle, also known as the Taku, swimming along the ocean floor amidst tiny bubbles.
  • Reverse: Fiji coat of arms and 2013 date.
  • Produced by the New Zealand Mint under the authority of Fiji.
    The Taku coin combines the appeal of 1 oz of pure Silver with an elegant design that captures the beauty of the ocean! Nearly 3,000 of these critically endangered Takus (Hawksbill turtles) call the island nation of Fiji their home.












  • Tuesday, March 5, 2013

    2013 Silver Buffalo Bullion One Troy Ounce 999 Silver Doctor Bullion (SD Bullion)

    2013 Silver Buffalo Bullion One Troy Ounce 999 Silver Doctor Bullion


    This 1 troy ounce of .999 pure silver is one of the most popular images on a silver round. The design originated from James Earle Fraser, first seen on the 1913-1938 circulating Buffalo nickel. 

    The Silver Buffalo is SD Bullion’s most popular silver round. The round normally has a very attractive price over spot compared to the higher premiums associated with Silver American Eagles or Canadian Maples.

    Order here

    I have not yet ordered from SD bullion so personally recommend that but that seems to be the best deal around for a one ounce silver round.. ( At *$1.50 over spot per ounce premium this is an incredibly decent price) - you can get cheaper if you get heaps or pay slightly more for less than 100.

    Sunday, February 24, 2013

    Day of Resistance One Ounce Silver Round "Come and Take it"




    In partnership with the American Open Currency Standard, Day of Resistance is releasing its official silver round - The COME AND TAKE IT Second Amendment Medallion.

    This .999 fine silver medallion bears the famous image of the Concord Minute Man of 1775 statue from Massachusetts on the obverse and COME AND TAKE IT with crossed AR-15s on the reverse.


    "A well regulated militia being necessary to the security of a free state, the right of the people to keep and bear arms shall not be infringed."

    -Amendment II, Constitution of the United States

    This medallion is being released on February 23 (.223) as we both celebrate our right to protect ourselves and stand, unwavering, in our resolve to resist the federal gun grab that has targeted our self-defense rifles - most notably the AR-15 which, as you already know fires .223 Remington ammunition.

    This .999 fine silver medallion is minted with a satin finish and is bullion priced at only $2.99 over spot (that's less than silver eagles in low quantities) to encourage you to stack. Most collectors will pick up a tube of twenty of these, both for their collection and as an investment.

    This limited edition medallion features the minute man on it's obverse and the ever-popular "Come & Take It" phrase on the reverse floating above crossed AR-15s which have come under heavy fire from the media and the President in recent months. 

    This beautiful medallion was created as a token of our right to bear arms. Minted on an AOCS approved, .999 pure silver medallion, this piece represents a movement of proud Americans who will peaceably assemble on February 23 (.223) to tell the federal government that they have no authority to take away our ability to protect ourselves.

    “The beauty of the Second Amendment is that it will not be needed until they try to take it.” - Thomas Jefferson

    This most basic right has been at the cornerstone of the American tradition since before we were even founded as an independent nation from England.

    While none approve of the misuse of weapons or the pain and suffering at the hands of armed madmen, we are able to understand that the very right for law-abiding citizens to be armed is at the foundation of our protection from such men

    As the sacred latin phrase says "abusus non tollit usum"


    Which means "abuse does not take away use, i.e., is not an argument against proper use"
    This is far from the first time a government has tried to grab our guns. It's not even the first time our government has tried. Throughout history in Russia, in Germany, even in the Texas War of Independence.

     In 1835 "Texians" stood up against Colonel Domingo de Ugartechea of the Mexican Army when he tried to take away their cannon. Before the battle of Gonzales, which many consider the beginning of the Texas Revolution, they raised a flag for the Mexicans to see. It boldly stated the words "Come and Take It."

    On January 16, 2013, President Barack Obama issued 23 executive actions against your 2nd amendment Constitutional right to bear arms. He did this without the consent of Congress which in itself, violates the foundation of the Constitution and the co-equal branches of government.
     
    In response to these unconstitutional actions by the President, on .223, February 23, 2013 the American people will stand together in defiance to protect the right that protects ALL of our rights, the 2nd Amendment! They will organize locally so that they may band together neighbor to neighbor and reassert their community's right to determine their own destiny!

    This medallion is more than just a commemorative token from an event. It is another way of resisting the Federal Government.

    Since the beginning of the 20th century our government and governments around the world have distanced themselves from gold and silver as they not only drowned us in a sea of debt, but actually transformed our currency from claims for gold and silver to a debt-based currency.

    Every ounce of silver you own is one more vote of nofaith in the federal government. See the Why Silver? page above for more information.