GETTYSBURG, Pa. - United States Mint Deputy Director Andrew Brunhart today unveiled designs for the 2009 Abraham Lincoln Commemorative Silver Dollar during the annual Dedication Day Ceremony at Soldiers’ National Cemetery in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. The unveiling took place on the 145th anniversary of the dedication of Soldiers’ National Cemetery, where Abraham Lincoln delivered his famous Gettysburg Address in 1863. Renowned historical documentary director Ken Burns, Lincoln Fellowship of Pennsylvania Vice President Ronald L. Hankey and Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Commission (ALBC) Co-Chairman Harold Holzer also participated in the ceremony.
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American Silver Eagles have been the official silver bullion coin of the United States since 1986. It is minted at Philadelphia, San Francisco, and West Point and is composed of 99.93% silver and .07% copper. It has a face value of $1 and most dates can be bought for about $20 a piece.
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WASHINGTON - United States Mint Director Ed Moy unveiled the design for the 2009 Louis Braille Bicentennial Silver Dollar at the National Federation of the Blind’s annual convention in Dallas, Texas, during the March for Independence on July 2, 2008.
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With the different bullions on the market today, silver bullion is one of the most popular types. Because silver is much less expensive than other precious metals, it is more affordable for the average person. This cheaper price allows anyone to be able to purchase a greater quantity thus giving them the feeling they are getting something for their money. They can also purchase silver when they have a small amount of extra money laying around as opposed to having to save a larger amount to purchase gold.
Also, this low price attracts speculators hoping to cash in when they see a rise in the world price of silver. Given the booming economies of countries like China and India this dream may soon become a reality.
The most popular form of silver for people to collect is silver bullion coins and ingots. Silver bullion coins and ingots have often come from ancient times and even shipwrecks. This not only creates a mystery around them but it also increases their value.
Ingots are some of the most valuable collectibles because they have a great history behind them. The mystery surrounding them is reflected in the price. Thus making them much more valuable than their silver content alone.
Coins are the most popular form of bullion that people buy. These include the Canadian Maple Leaf Coins, the United States Silver American Eagles and Commemorative coins. The Maple Leafs are minted each year and are part of a series. There value is high because they are officially sealed by the Royal Canadian Mint.
The official coin of the United States is the Silver American Eagle. There are 2 strikes for this type of coin, the business strike and the proof strike. The proof strike is more valuable due to the lessor amount of these types of coins that are produced.
Commemorative silver bullion coins are also popular because of the limited amounts produced and they usually commemorate an event or historical moment in time. These Commemorative Silver bullion coins can be considered as thoughtful gifts for any special occasion.
A weakening economy finds people turning to silver bullion coins and ingots. This is a great investment in case the economy collapses or severely weakens. In this case, the bullion can still be used in trade for goods and services. Hopefully, the economy remains strong enough that we don’t have to abandon paper currency but if it does, silver bullion coins and ingots are a great substitute.
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