Obama coins failed to capture the taste of local collectors

The "Obama Fever" has failed to capture the taste of local coin collectors unlike of that when the "Harry Potter" coin series and commemorative medals appeared at the local market.The United States and the rest of world (particularly the African country, Kenya where Obama traces his roots) recently have their own versions of celebrations to welcome the first African-American President on his first official day at the White House as the 44th President of the United States.Local Ebay sellers, bargain seekers, collectors, and speculators have their own respective opinions why buying or selling Obama memorabilia and mementos is a definite one of...

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Philippine Bullion Report: Precious Metals alongside Energy & other Commodities Gain

Precious Metals: Gold, Silver, & PlatinumPrecious metals and grains gain alongside energy prices last Friday trading, after a nine-day plunge in oil that shifted investors position to buy back into the ailing commodities market.But so far, there is doubt that crude oil or other battered commodities are in for a consistent rebound. The labor market remains bleak, international trade is plummeting, and holiday retail sales were lower than forcasted. All these signs point to lower demand around the globe.Gold has been performing better than other commodities. On Friday, gold for February delivery $23.00 to settle at $871.20 an ounce on the New...

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