Selling gold? The choice of where you sell can impact your payouts by 10-30% or more. Don’t get short changed! Knowing the difference between pawn shops vs. coin shops can help you get the most cash for your gold, and avoid hassles along the way. This quick post will compare pawn shop vs. coin shop…

On February 28th, 2026, war broke out in Iran as a joint U.S./Israeli operation began in the region. The war has had devastating humanitarian and economic impacts, but today we’re looking at one very specific outcome: The relationship between gold and war. How will the war in Iran affect gold prices, demand, central bank buying,…

The market for precious metals like gold and silver is experiencing unprecedented volatility, combined with a massive surge in demand. This has resulted in metal spot prices skyrocketing, but it’s also created difficulties for businesses involved in trading precious metals. At Bellevue Rare Coins, we strive to be fair and transparent. This post will serve…

As gold spot prices continue to skyrocket (around $4,500/oz at the time of writing), it begs the question: Why is gold rare? Why is it so valuable? And why has it always been considered valuable? To understand gold’s rarity requires an ancient history lesson. Indeed, it requires looking past earth itself to the cosmic origins of…

The price of gold is simply… the price of gold, right? Well, that depends who you ask – and how deep into the topic you’d like to dig. For those curious, this explainer guide will go over how gold spot prices work: Who sets the prices, where the data comes from, and how spot prices…

Gold and silver prices have been on an incredible run in recent months. Gold is well over $4,300 an ounce, and silver over $51, as of the time of this writing. If you own gold or silver bullion, that’s great news of course! But what about the values of other coins, or your coin collection…

Starting in 2026, WA state residents could be paying sales tax on gold, silver, and coins – due to a new bill that recently passed the Washington State legislature. Currently, bullion is exempt from retail sales tax. But SB5794, a broad bill that recently passed both houses of Washington’s legislature, is set to change that….

Talk of tariffs has been dominating the news cycle recently. Potential tariffs will affect the cost of imports, but their effects on investments are less obvious. What is the relationship between tariffs and gold, for instance? Here’s what we know so far. 1. Bullion is Exempt from Tariffs First off, bullion is specifically excluded from…

Interested in selling gold to a coin shop? Or perhaps you already have. In any case, you may be wondering what happens after you sell gold to a coin shop. This article explores just that! First, Your Items Will Be Verified Trusted coin shops must first ensure that the items they purchase are authentic. Many shops…

Scams are on the rise across the map. The FTC reported that Americans lost an estimated $10 billion to scammers in 2023 alone. While scammers use all sorts of tactics to extort their victims, recently more scams have been popping up related to gold and bullion products. How can you stay safe from gold scams?…

2024 was a stellar year for gold investors. In fact, gold had its best annual performance in more than a decade, with gold prices surging more than 24%, and notching several gold all-time-highs along the way. All this begs the question – what might this coming year hold for gold investors? Here’s our 2025 gold…

As of late-October, 2024, gold spot is hovering near all-time highs. Investors, collectors, and anyone with an interest in gold are taking note. This article goes over the new gold all time high, what it means for investors, and what might be up next for gold prices. Gold All Time High: $2,781 Per Ounce Update…

If you’ve recently received an inheritance, you might be wondering what to do with the physical assets that you now own. Jewelry is commonly included in estates — if you’ve recently inherited jewelry, here’s what to do next. First, Consider the Sentimental Value Any time you receive an inheritance, you should first consider if the…

2023 was the year of rising interest rates. Could 2024 see rate cuts? It seems possible, given the Federal Reserve’s recent guidance. As markets digest the possibility of rate cuts in 2024, we look at the gold and silver spot markets to see what falling interest rates could mean for precious metal investors. Are Interest…

Every so often, a coin comes along that is so rare that it is truly almost priceless. Of course, even “priceless” things have a price these days – but they are often so absurdly expensive that it is hard to wrap your head around. Up until recently, the most expensive coin ever sold was the…