The Vault Blog

Barber coinage has been a focal point for numismatists and collectors since its demise in 1915. These dimes, quarters, and halves are one of many silver options sought after for its short number of years in circulation (1892-1915).

Born in London in 1840, Charles Edward Barber came from a family littered with past British engravers. Along with his family and his father, William, Barber came to the United States in 1852 and surfaced on the east coast where his father practiced engraving and die making in Boston and then Providence...read more

The thrill of the hunt is on!

As of October 1st, deer season officially started for those of you bow and arrow enthusiasts in Indiana and soon to follow in November is firearms!

The most commonly sought after hunt during this time of year is the White-tailed Deer. Re-introduced in the 1930’s, the deer population increased significantly and led to concerning car collisions and crop damage. Hunting allowed for the management of these concerns and a decrease in the population of deer due to heavily...read more

Once a special order piece, the Half-Ounce Saint-Gaudens Replica .999 Silver bullion piece has made its way back by popular demand!

Struck in .999 Fine Silver, this SilverTowne Trademark round is custom minted at our very own SilverTowne Mint in rural Winchester, Indiana.

The obverse features a full-length Lady Liberty as she moves forward holding a torch in her right hand and an olive branch of peace in the other. Sun rays fill the background with stars lining the outer edge of the replica. The reverse showcases an eagle perched on a branch with the designation of “One-Half Ounce .999 Fine Silver” on the upper curve of...read more

All Hallow’s Eve--Day of the Dead--Halloween. These are the terms used to describe the time of year where the spiritual veil between the living and the dead is to be lifted. Monsters can mash, ghosts can be conjured, and witches can be seen flying through the night, spooking anyone and anything in their path. Some even go as far as to describe this time of year as magical and are open to the feeling that anything can happen.

But what most do not think about is how one of the most celebrated and scariest nights...read more

Gift-giving season is around the corner. Wallets are preparing to be emptied and cards are preparing to be swiped (or inserted depending on your current status with the ever-changing world that is technology), making all our bank accounts hold their formidable breath until the first of the year presents itself. Cue the inevitable 1-2-3 tapout...read more