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World Reserve Currency History Chart
A world reserve currency is a foreign currency held by central banks and other major financial institutions to settle international debt and facilitate global trade. Throughout history, various currencies have held this prestigious position, each reflecting the economic dominance of the issuing country at the time. Let’s explore the history of the world reserve currency,
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What Happens When a Government Prints Money?
- November 2, 2024
- Posted by: Agbaje Feyisayo
- Category: Buy Gold, Coins, Currency, Government
The idea of a government printing money might conjure images of wealth instantly flowing into an economy, alleviating financial strains. However, the process and implications are far more intricate. Printing money, known technically as “quantitative easing,” is a double-edged sword with potential benefits and detriments. Let’s delve deep into the mechanisms and outcomes of such
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Why the Trillion-Dollar Coin is Not a Viable Solution for U.S. Debt
- August 13, 2024
- Posted by: brian
- Category: Currency, Government
The concept of a trillion-dollar coin has resurfaced as a potential fix for the U.S. government’s debt ceiling issue. The proposal involves minting a platinum coin with a $1 trillion face value, which the U.S. Treasury could use to pay off debts without raising the debt ceiling or borrowing from the Federal Reserve. While this
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Types of Coin Damage and Mint Errors
With their historical significance and numismatic value, coins have captivated collectors and investors for centuries. Yet, not all coins are created equal. Some carry unique imperfections that can turn them into sought-after treasures. This comprehensive article delves into the intriguing world of coin damage and mint errors, exploring their types, value, and how to identify
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Cryptocurrency Gold | Which Crypto Token is Based on Gold?
In digital assets, gold-backed cryptocurrencies have emerged as a unique fusion of the timeless value of gold and the revolutionary potential of blockchain technology. This article delves deep into the concept, functionality, and the leading gold-backed cryptocurrencies, helping investors make informed decisions. What is a Gold-Backed Cryptocurrency? Gold-backed cryptocurrencies are digital assets tied to the
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The 1964 Half Dollar
For many collectors and investors, yesteryear coins possess an allure unmatched by modern minting. One such coin is the 1964 half dollar, a piece mired in historical significance and tangible value. This article delves into the captivating details of this particular coin, shedding light on its history, value, and why it remains sought after even
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Where is Your Money Safe?
- July 10, 2020
- Posted by: Orkan Ozkan
- Category: Currency
There can be no doubt that we are living in one of the most financially challenging and dangerous times in our nation’s history. So, forget making money, for just a minute. It used to be that when the stock market got turbulent and Treasury returns were low, there were two common places for people to
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No Denying: The Dollar is Doomed!
- June 18, 2020
- Posted by: Orkan Ozkan
- Category: Currency
On CNBC’s “Trading Nation” yesterday, Stephen Roach, a Yale University senior fellow and former Morgan Stanley Asia chairman pointed out what should be common investor knowledge, like every fiat currency on the planet, the dollar is doomed, but in the short term, it’s in for a steep decline in value. Roach suggests it could be
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Currency Manipulation Is A Misunderstood Term!
- April 17, 2018
- Posted by: Orkan Ozkan
- Category: Currency
Throughout most of the 20th Century, the United States enjoyed outstanding financial benefits by having the dollar serve as the global reserve currency of choice. The U.S. was an obvious choice, because it was blessed with a stable political climate, a robust and growing national economy capable of absorbing a great deal of unforeseen economic
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What’s Wrong With The Duh, Dollar?
- November 14, 2017
- Posted by: Orkan Ozkan
- Category: Currency
Since its debut as the world’s petrocurrency in 1974, it’s been the concerted intention of China (and others) to discount, destroy, or at the very least replace the Dollar as the premier world currency. The petrodollar arrangement became the cornerstone of U. S. Dollar stability. China’s President, Xi Jinping, took office in March of 2013
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