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In 1775 American colonists issued paper currency for the Continental Congress to finance the Revolutionary War. The notes were backed by the "anticipation" of tax revenues. Without solid backing and easily counterfeited, the notes quickly became devalued, giving rise to the phrase "not worth a Continental."
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Gold accounts can be started with major banks. Typically those speculating in gold usually resort to this sort of account with commodity brokers or private bankers.
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U.S. Silver Certificates are still valid forms of legal tender, however some may carry numismatic value as well. Early "Large Size" notes are particularly sought after, and depending on condition, can command high numismatic values. Later "Small Size" issues in crisp, uncirculated condition may also hold a premium over face value. However, notes that have been in circulation and are folded and/or torn will probably carry only legal-tender value.
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U.S. Mint Pulls American Eagle Platinum Products

Wed, 06 Aug 2008 20:11:23 +0000
The United States Mint’s online product pages no longer offer or display 2008 American Eagle platinum coins. All platinum coins to include individual and sets within the uncirculated and proof categories are gone. No message is currently in place to indicate why or whether they will return.
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PCGS states it is NOT obligated to designate any Dollar as a “Cheerios” Dollar simply because it came out of a sealed Cheerios package

Tue, 03 Jun 2008 17:40:00 +0000
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