Technology is making these rare elements among the most valuable on Earth

What are rare earth elements, and why are they important?

As technology advances, rare earth elements have become more important, but what are they, and why do they matter?

Rare Earth Elements are Crucial to Modern Society. So, What Are They?

Why Is Gold So Valuable?

Let's take a deeper look at how gold holds value, and why it's immune to nearly any financial crisis.

What Makes a Coin Valuable?

One of the most frequently asked questions about the coin market that appear in my mailbox is “What makes a coin valuable?”

How to Tell If Your Jewelry is Valuable

The monetary value of jewelry can fluctuate. We might think something is valuable, and find out it is worth nothing. There are a few thing...

What Makes a Modern Circulating Coin Valuable?

Coins do turn up in our auctions which sell for hundreds or even thousands of dollars despite a seemingly recent date.

How to determine the value of rare books

Determining the value of a book means considering its condition, printing, and rarity. Because there are so many factors to consider, each book needs to be

10 Collectibles That Almost Always Become More Valuable

From video games to vinyl, you may want to scoop up these finds at a local garage sale or thrift shop — or dig around for them in your basement or attic.

How many rare coins are in our pile of 100,000 one-yen coins?

One-in-100,000 to find a rare coin seem like reasonable odds.

How Much Are Your Rare Coins Worth?

An official Red Book is a basic coin price guide for people who are familiar with coins and want to find out about old coin values.

5 Important Things I Learned About Buying Rare Coins

In my 20-plus years of coin collecting, I've learned a lot about buying rare coins, including the 5 important lessons shared here.

How to Help Aging Relatives turn Unwanted Jewelry into Valuable Assets

As people age, they tend to acquire a growing number of aches and pains. Yet if they have lived good lives, they often end up with something much more valuable . . .

Are there rare valuables hidden in your attic?

Find out how much rare Beanie Babies are worth and whether your record collection is valuable. Do you have rare coins hiding in your piggy bank that could be worth a pretty penny?

How it works to make it easy to sell your valuables

How it works to sell your gold, silver, jewelry, coins and diamonds at any of our convenient Treasure Hunt locations. We are your buying and selling source.

Conch pearls: what are they and why are they so rare?

Prized for their beautiful colours and unique flame effect, we find out what it is about conch pearls that makes them so elusive - and expensive.

Tips for collectible storage and display

Rare and antique collectibles can be valuable — make sure you’re protecting them and storing them properly.

7 Mistakes To Avoid When Collecting Coins

1: Old equals valuable. Many beginning collectors opt for the oldest coins they can find, assuming that the age of the coin contributes significantly to the value. This is not the cas…

WATCH: Dude On Antique Road Show Is Literally Floored Over Price Of Watch!

Is it just me, or does this video bring you shear joy, as well? Maybe it’s because we all dream of finding that valuable item in our homes that’s actually worth something. I don’t know. But I do know this video is worth something… your time. Could the interest lie in the shock factor? Or …

5 Crucial Things To Do If You Think You’ve Found A Valuable Coin

1. Resist the urge to clean the coin. Cleaning will ruin the condition of the coin, introducing scratches and blemishes, and removing patina. If you’ve dug the coin up and it’s so caked in d…

Why Thieves Are Coveting Your Catalytic Converter, Particularly Now

One hint: Two of the three rare earth metals used in catalytic converters are worth more per ounce than gold.