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Mr.MonkeySwag96

@mrmonkeyswag96

I'm a college student that likes to collect numismatic coins and stack silver bullion. I also post on YouTube and Instagram!

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Mr.MonkeySwag96
@mrmonkeyswag96 May 9, 2019, 2:55 PM UTC

America's First Gold Bullion Program

Contrary to popular belief, the American Eagle coin series weren't the first bullion program in the US. In 1974, it became legal for US citizens to own gold bullion. During this time, most citizens o…

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@mrmonkeyswag96 May 6, 2019, 6:26 AM UTC

Everything You Need to Know About US Gold Coins!

Gold coins dated 1795-1834 are 91.67% fine gold or 22 Karats. These include Quarter Eagles ($2.50), Half Eagles ($5), and Eagles ($10). All 1795-1834 gold coins are very rare. That's because many wer…

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@mrmonkeyswag96 May 3, 2019, 4:15 AM UTC

Sound Money led to the Eastern Roman Empire's Survival

During the 4th century, the Roman Empire split into Western and Eastern halves. The Western Roman Empire was conquered by barbarians. The Eastern Roman Empire survived. In fact, the Eastern Empire ou…

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@mrmonkeyswag96 Jan 17, 2019, 6:01 AM UTC

1927 Vermont Half Dollar

The 1927 Vermont half dollar commemorates the 150th anniversary of the founding of Vermont. This coin was designed by Charles Keck. The Vermont half dollar has a mintage of 28,000. The obverse depict…

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@mrmonkeyswag96 Mar 26, 2018, 7:35 AM UTC

Russian Gold: 5 Rouble Coin

This gold coin was struck during the reign of Tsar Nicholas II, the last ruler of Imperial Russia. Gold 5 Roubles were minted from 1897-1911. The obverse depicts a bust of Tsar Nicholas II. Tsar Nich…

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@mrmonkeyswag96 Mar 19, 2018, 4:03 PM UTC

Bought a Morgan Silver Dollar for $10

I bought this 1885 Morgan dollar from my coworker for $10. $10 for a silver dollar is a great deal. Circulated Morgans tend to sell at a high premium over their silver value. I would grade my Morgan…

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@mrmonkeyswag96 Mar 7, 2018, 9:41 AM UTC

Silver Mercury Dime Proof

Mercury dime proofs were minted from 1936-1942. All Mercury dime proofs were minted at the Philadelphia Mint. Mercury dime proofs have very low mintages. For example, 1941 Mercury dime proofs have a…

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@mrmonkeyswag96 Feb 17, 2018, 12:49 AM UTC

2018 Lunar Series II silver Dog PCGS MS69 (Chinese New Year Silver)

[img]https://i.imgur.com/XTbRZMF.jpg[/img] The Dog is the 11th coin released in the Perth Mint's Lunar Series II coin series. This coin is the bullion version, a proof counterpart was also produced i…

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@mrmonkeyswag96 Jan 23, 2018, 6:30 PM UTC

Pirate Treasure: 1816 Spanish 8 Reales NGC VF35

[img]https://i.imgur.com/e7wv016.jpg[/img] The Spanish 8 Reales contains 27 grams of 90.3% silver. Spanish 8 Reales were called "Pieces of Eight" by pirates. [img]https://i.imgur.com/kHhs5Qs.jpg[/img…

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@mrmonkeyswag96 Sep 11, 2017, 5:25 PM UTC

Silver Stacking History: "Silver Strike" Casino Tokens

Silver Strike tokens are special casino tokens made of silver. Silver Strike tokens are bimetallic. These tokens have a core made of 999 silver with an outer ring made of brass. Silver Strike tokens…

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