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Radioactive Rocks and Minerals
DIGGING FOR DINOSAURS
Exploring Montana's Dinosaur Trail
ROCK & GEM BUSINESS PROFILE: DOWN TO EARTH OPALS
It's hard to think of opals without thinking of Australia.
CHOOSING THE RIGHT Crystal FOR YOUR Sun Sign
Although they come from the earth, many believe there is a connection between crystals and the stars.
DON'T GET Fooled While Gold PANNING
A Guide to Know What's What
Memento Mori
HERKIMER DIAMONDS & CRYSTAL HEAD VODKA
You Can Take It With You
Construct a support/ resupply kit that will keep you sharp and ready
GOLD AND RATE HIKES IN AN ERA OF MMT & CHAOS
"And it shall come to pass in those days that none shall be saved, Either by gold or by silver, And none be able to escape." — The Book of Enoch
MODERN COMMEMORATIVE HALF DOLLARS
SHOULD YOU BE BUYING THEM?
THE RISE OF SILVER'S INVESTMENT IMPORTANCE
A HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVE FROM THE COLONIES TO TODAY
Is the Federal Reserve Planning to Create a Digital Currency?
Technology has changed everyone's life and none more so than American consumers. Digital photography, online shopping, in-app purchases, paperless transactions and contactless payments are commonplace.
American Silver Eagle Bullion COINS
A SECRET COLLECTING AND INVESTING TIPS BOOK EXCERPT
Caution! Hundreds of Websites Selling Counterfeit Gold and Silver Coins
Looking to buy gold and silver, "Oliver," an investor in Texas, responded to advertisements on Facebook from two companies that touted exceptionally low "introductory offer" prices for silver and gold bullion coins.
Bingham Collection Shatters Auction Records
Earlier this year the Great Collections Coin Auction of Greg Bingham's exceptional 144-coin, complete set of classic commemorative half dollars shattered many previously published price records and far exceeded price guide indications.
BLACK PANTHER Coins
The Black Panther movie was released in 2018 by Marvel Studios and distributed by Walt Disney Studio Motion Pictures. It was the 18th superhero film to be released in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) and was a tremendous success.
The Sacagawea Golden Dollar: AN ENIGMA WRAPPED IN A HISTORY LESSON
Its namesake is as enigmatic as the coin itself. First issued in 2000, the Sacagawea Golden Dollar is an expedition into coin collecting that, like the westward journey of Captains Meriwether Lewis and William Clark, navigates an unlikely course of cultural touchstones from the Continental Divide to Cheerios cereal to jazz artist Harry Connick, Jr.
THE HISTORY, POPULARITY & APPEAL of COLORIZED COINS
The popularity of coins with color on them drives certain segments of rare coin markets and collectors. Morgan Dollars, type coins, and classic commemoratives are all distinct types of numismatic coins where beautiful and original colors bring strong premiums.
Exact Width Dado Jigs
Two simple router jigs to get perfectly sized dados and grooves, even for undersized plywood.
5 Must-Have Clamps For Your Shop
A well-equipped shop will have a variety of clamps for different situations. Here’s our favorites.
Kumiko Wall Shelf
This wall shelf is an elegant, simple way to showcase a special piece of woodworking —an Asa-no-ha Kumiko panel.
Carved Rim Bowl
A little bit of carving and gilding on the rim of this bowl transforms it from a nice piece to an extraordinary one.
Specialty Chisels For Your Shop
These five specialty chisels will be the perfect compliment to your bench chisels.
Scraps to Riches
Composting is the most direct way you can impact climate change, says Shawn Garcia, former director of the Lower East Side Composting Project and Democratic district leader in New York. Why? Doing so can reduce food waste, limit methane gas emissions, help grow plants, and even give back to the community. Benefits big and small abound, but getting started can be daunting. How to turn trash into a new kind of treasure, wherever you live…
Two-by-Two Cable Poncho
Try something new and fun with this interesting cabled poncho featuring a two row repeat and constrasting colors.
Twister Poncho
A soft, brushed yarn and an intriguing center cable pattern turn this poncho into something special.
Ogoki Fingerless Mitts
These mitts feature asymmetrical cables on the front and back, adding thickness, warmth and texture, and making them a perfect addition to your fall wardrobe.
Autumn Flash Mug Rug
The fall colors of these mug rugs will warm your decor and your heart as you enjoy your favorite beverage.
Lion Headband
It's fun to watch the curls twist up as you crochet, and front ties make the headband fully adjustable so anyone can be a lion!
Caramat Cabled Set
Everyone needs a set of hot pads or pot holders in their kitchen and this set works up beautifully and quickly! Made with 100% worsted-weight cotton, they can also double as easycare trivets for your countertops.
Magic Beans Lapghan
You'll enjoy making this warm and cozy lapghan with simple cables that are almost hypnotizing!