Gold coverage from Minted Metal. Guides, analysis, and market data.https://mintedmetal.com/en-usCopyright 2026 Minted Metal. All rights reserved.Mon, 07 Sep 2026 09:36:24 GMThttps://mintedmetal.com/analysis/why-is-gold-falling/https://mintedmetal.com/analysis/why-is-gold-falling/Gold set an all-time high of $5,405 on 29 January 2026 and has since fallen 18%. What the LBMA data shows about the peak, the correction and central bank buying, and what it means for holders. Updated with every London fix.Sun, 06 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamMarket AnalysisGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/analysis/why-is-silver-dropping/https://mintedmetal.com/analysis/why-is-silver-dropping/Silver hit $118.45 on 29 January 2026 and has since fallen 44%. What the LBMA data shows about the run-up, the crash and the gold-silver ratio, and how to think about buying now. Updated with every London fix.Sun, 06 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamMarket AnalysisGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/gold/how-to-sell/https://mintedmetal.com/gold/how-to-sell/Guide to selling gold bullion. Dealer buyback mechanics, local coin shop negotiation, r/PMsForSale, eBay fees, shipping, tax timing, and how to prepare coins and bars for sale.Sat, 18 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/analysis/gold-all-time-high/https://mintedmetal.com/analysis/gold-all-time-high/Every major gold price record from 1980 to the January 2026 peak near $5,600. What drove each high and what signals the next breakout.Mon, 13 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamMarket AnalysisGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/gold/sales-tax-washington/https://mintedmetal.com/gold/sales-tax-washington/Washington fully exempts precious metals bullion, monetized bullion, and numismatic coins from sales tax under RCW 82.04.062 and WAC 458-20-248. Rules, B&O tax context, and buyer guidance.Tue, 07 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/gold/sales-tax-georgia/https://mintedmetal.com/gold/sales-tax-georgia/Georgia exempts gold, silver, and platinum bullion and coins from sales tax under O.C.G.A. Section 48-8-3(88). Full exemption rules since 2018, no threshold, all local taxes avoided.Fri, 03 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/analysis/dealer-premium-tracking/https://mintedmetal.com/analysis/dealer-premium-tracking/How premiums on the 1 oz American Gold Eagle vary across major online dealers, how we track them, and how the broader premium environment has moved over time.Mon, 30 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamMarket AnalysisGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/gold/sales-tax-arizona/https://mintedmetal.com/gold/sales-tax-arizona/Arizona exempts legal tender coins, bullion, and specie under A.R.S. Section 42-5061. The distinction between legal tender and non-legal-tender rounds has historically mattered. Full rules and buyer guidance.Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/gold/sales-tax-illinois/https://mintedmetal.com/gold/sales-tax-illinois/Illinois fully exempts legal tender, medallions, and gold bullion from sales tax under 35 ILCS 120/2-5. No threshold. Combined state and local rates avoided on all qualifying purchases.Wed, 18 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/analysis/gold-vs-sp500-returns/https://mintedmetal.com/analysis/gold-vs-sp500-returns/Gold vs S&P 500 returns since 1971 by decade. CAGR, volatility, drawdowns, and correlation with inflation. Data and sources.Tue, 17 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamMarket AnalysisGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/analysis/precious-metals-vs-sp500/https://mintedmetal.com/analysis/precious-metals-vs-sp500/Comparing gold, silver, and the S&P 500 by decade since 1970. Returns, drawdowns, correlation, and optimal allocation data.Mon, 16 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamMarket AnalysisGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/gold/sales-tax-ohio/https://mintedmetal.com/gold/sales-tax-ohio/Ohio fully exempts investment metal bullion and coins from sales tax since October 2021 under Revised Code Section 5739.02(B)(54). Rules, history of the 2019 repeal and restoration, and buyer guidance.Wed, 11 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/gold/best-bars/https://mintedmetal.com/gold/best-bars/Ranked guide to the best gold bars by manufacturer. PAMP Suisse, Valcambi, Perth Mint, and more. Premiums, sizes, cast vs minted comparison.Thu, 05 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/analysis/gold-demand-by-country/https://mintedmetal.com/analysis/gold-demand-by-country/Breakdown of global gold demand by country. India and China dominate, with jewelry, investment, and central bank splits. WGC data.Thu, 05 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamMarket AnalysisGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/gold/sales-tax-pennsylvania/https://mintedmetal.com/gold/sales-tax-pennsylvania/Pennsylvania fully exempts legal tender coins and investment metal bullion from sales tax under 61 Pa. Code Section 32.21. No threshold, no local tax. Buyer guidance and regional context.Wed, 04 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/gold/best-coins/https://mintedmetal.com/gold/best-coins/Ranked comparison of the 7 best gold bullion coins. Premium data, purity specs, pros and cons for each coin, and which to buy for your situation.Mon, 02 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/gold/sales-tax-new-york/https://mintedmetal.com/gold/sales-tax-new-york/New York exempts precious metals bullion and coins sold at $1,000 or more under Tax Law Section 1115(a)(27). Below the threshold, combined state and local rates up to 8.875% apply.Sun, 01 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/gold/portfolio-allocation/https://mintedmetal.com/gold/portfolio-allocation/How much gold to own: research-backed allocation data, advisor recommendations, implementation methods, and the cost of over-allocating.Thu, 26 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/gold/scams-to-avoid/https://mintedmetal.com/gold/scams-to-avoid/The 7 most common gold investment scams: overpriced numismatics, bait-and-switch, high-pressure phone sales, rare-coin schemes, counterfeit bars, fake online dealers, and too-good-to-be-true pricing — with red flags and protection steps for each.Wed, 25 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/gold/fractional/https://mintedmetal.com/gold/fractional/Fractional gold buying guide: 1/10 oz, 1/4 oz, 1/2 oz coins and small bars. Premiums, best products, and when fractional gold makes sense.Tue, 24 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/gold/vs-real-estate/https://mintedmetal.com/gold/vs-real-estate/Gold vs real estate comparison: returns, liquidity, income, leverage, tax treatment, and inflation protection. Strengths and weaknesses of each.Mon, 23 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/analysis/central-bank-gold-reserves/https://mintedmetal.com/analysis/central-bank-gold-reserves/Top 20 central bank gold holders ranked by tonnes (WGC, September 2026), how much central banks bought each year since 2022, who is buying and why, and what it means for the gold price.Sun, 22 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamMarket AnalysisGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/gold/sales-tax-florida/https://mintedmetal.com/gold/sales-tax-florida/Florida exempts gold and silver bullion sales above $500 per item under Statute 212.05. Below the threshold, the 6% state rate plus local surtaxes apply. Rules, examples, and buyer guidance.Sat, 21 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/gold/vs-stocks/https://mintedmetal.com/gold/vs-stocks/Gold vs S&P 500: 50-year performance data, decade-by-decade returns, risk-adjusted analysis, drawdowns, and the 5-10% allocation argument.Fri, 20 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/gold/vs-bitcoin/https://mintedmetal.com/gold/vs-bitcoin/Gold vs Bitcoin comparison: volatility, scarcity mechanics, institutional adoption, custody, and the portfolio allocation case for both.Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/gold/vs-silver/https://mintedmetal.com/gold/vs-silver/Gold vs silver investment comparison: price ratio, volatility, premiums, storage costs, and industrial demand. Which metal fits your portfolio?Wed, 18 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/gold/sales-tax-texas/https://mintedmetal.com/gold/sales-tax-texas/Texas exempts gold, silver, platinum, and palladium bullion and legal tender coins from sales tax under Tax Code Section 151.336. Full exemption rules, the Texas Bullion Depository, and buyer guidance.Tue, 17 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/gold/mexican-libertad/https://mintedmetal.com/gold/mexican-libertad/Gold Mexican Libertad specs, premiums, and scarcity data. Mexico's low-mintage .999 fine gold coin with no face value.Mon, 16 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/gold/sales-tax-by-state/https://mintedmetal.com/gold/sales-tax-by-state/State-by-state guide to sales tax on gold and silver bullion. Exempt states, threshold exemptions, and states that tax precious metals.Mon, 16 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/gold/sales-tax-california/https://mintedmetal.com/gold/sales-tax-california/California sales tax on gold and silver: the $2,000 single-transaction exemption, local rates up to 10.75%, and what qualifies as monetized bullion under Regulation 1599.Sat, 14 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/gold/chinese-panda/https://mintedmetal.com/gold/chinese-panda/Gold Chinese Panda specs, annual designs, gram sizes, premiums, and collector value. China's flagship gold coin since 1982.Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/gold/taxes/https://mintedmetal.com/gold/taxes/IRS rules for gold investing: 28% collectible tax rate, reporting requirements, cost basis methods, state sales tax, and gold IRA benefits.Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/gold/storage/https://mintedmetal.com/gold/storage/Compare gold storage options: home safes, bank safe deposit boxes, and private depositories. Costs, insurance, and security tradeoffs.Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/gold/inflation-hedge/https://mintedmetal.com/gold/inflation-hedge/Historical data on gold's performance during inflation. CPI correlation, 1970s vs 2020s analysis, and comparison to TIPS and real estate.Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/gold/australian-kangaroo/https://mintedmetal.com/gold/australian-kangaroo/Australian Gold Kangaroo specs, premiums, and buying guide. Perth Mint's .9999 fine bullion coin with annual design changes.Tue, 10 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/gold/price-forecast/https://mintedmetal.com/gold/price-forecast/Gold price forecast for 2026 with bank targets, key drivers, supply-demand analysis, and scenarios for higher and lower prices.Tue, 10 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/gold/price-history/https://mintedmetal.com/gold/price-history/Gold price history from Bretton Woods through 2025 highs. Key eras, data points, and inflation-adjusted returns across five decades.Mon, 09 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/gold/philharmonic/https://mintedmetal.com/gold/philharmonic/Austrian Gold Philharmonic specs, premiums, and buying guide. Europe's best-selling gold coin at .9999 fine purity since 1989.Fri, 06 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/gold/britannia/https://mintedmetal.com/gold/britannia/Gold Britannia specs, security features, premiums, and tax advantages. The Royal Mint's flagship .9999 fine gold bullion coin.Tue, 03 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/gold/buffalo/https://mintedmetal.com/gold/buffalo/American Gold Buffalo specs, pricing, and buying guide. The only .9999 fine gold coin minted by the US government since 2006.Mon, 02 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/gold/etfs/https://mintedmetal.com/gold/etfs/Compare gold ETFs by expense ratio, AUM, tax treatment, and structure. GLD vs IAU vs GLDM vs SGOL with pros and cons of each.Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/gold/mining-stocks/https://mintedmetal.com/gold/mining-stocks/Gold mining stocks guide covering major producers, royalty companies, key metrics like AISC, ETFs (GDX, GDXJ), and why miners can lag gold.Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/gold/purity-guide/https://mintedmetal.com/gold/purity-guide/Gold purity guide covering karats, millesimal fineness, assay methods, and why investment gold ranges from .9167 to .9999 fine.Thu, 29 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/gold/premiums-explained/https://mintedmetal.com/gold/premiums-explained/How gold premiums work, typical ranges by product type, why premiums spike during crises, and strategies to minimize your cost per ounce.Mon, 19 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/gold/spot-price/https://mintedmetal.com/gold/spot-price/How gold spot price is determined through LBMA fixing and COMEX futures. Understand premiums, bid-ask spreads, and what moves gold.Fri, 16 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/gold/krugerrand/https://mintedmetal.com/gold/krugerrand/South African Krugerrand guide covering its 1967 origins, 22K composition, premiums, anti-apartheid history, and current market position.Thu, 15 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/gold/canadian-maple-leaf/https://mintedmetal.com/gold/canadian-maple-leaf/Canadian Gold Maple Leaf guide covering .9999 purity, RCM security features, premiums, sizes, and how it compares to the American Eagle.Wed, 14 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/gold/american-eagle/https://mintedmetal.com/gold/american-eagle/American Gold Eagle specs, pricing, Type 1 vs Type 2, IRA rules, and where to buy. The most popular US gold bullion coin since 1986.Tue, 13 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/gold/bars-vs-coins/https://mintedmetal.com/gold/bars-vs-coins/Gold bars vs coins compared on premiums, liquidity, storage, IRA rules, and resale. Clear recommendations for different investor profiles.Mon, 12 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/gold/coins/https://mintedmetal.com/gold/coins/Compare top gold bullion coins including American Eagle, Maple Leaf, Krugerrand, and Britannia. Specs, premiums, and IRA eligibility.Fri, 09 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/gold/bars/https://mintedmetal.com/gold/bars/Guide to buying gold bars. Compare sizes from 1 gram to 1 kilo, top refiners, typical premiums, and storage options for bullion investors.Thu, 08 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)https://mintedmetal.com/gold/for-beginners/https://mintedmetal.com/gold/for-beginners/First-time gold buyer guide: what to buy first, how much to spend, choosing a dealer, understanding premiums, and avoiding common mistakes.Wed, 07 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinted Metal Editorial TeamGoldhello@mintedmetal.com (Minted Metal Editorial Team)