2026-01-14
Coins That Hold Demand Even in Down Markets
When the economy tightens, luxury collectibles crash. But "Staple Coins" often see demand explode. Here is why.
In a booming economy, people buy "wants"—rare dates, proofs, graded moderns. In a crashing economy, people buy "needs"—standard bullion.
The Flight to Quality
When fear enters the market, money flees from "Speculative Numismatics" (gambling on rarity) to "Core Bullion" (betting on survival).
This means that during a recession:
- Generic Rounds: Demand SPIKES (New preppers enter the market).
- Junk Silver: Demand SPIKES (People worry about barter).
- Modern Proofs: Demand CRASHES (Nobody has extra cash for shiny box sets).
The "Staple Coin" Portfolio
If you want your stack to be liquid during hard times, build it out of "Staples," not "Decorations."
- The Staple: A 1964 Kennedy Half Dollar. Rugged. Recognized. Valuable.
- The Decoration: A 2024 "Star Wars" limited edition painted silver round.
- Note: The Star Wars coin might cost $80 today. In a crash, it's just 1 oz of silver ($25).
Buy coins that don't need a "good economy" to be valuable. Buy coins that perform best when the world is chaotic.
Recession-Proof Your Stack
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