While on my clampout trip in Arizona last week, silver rose at or near $26/toz at one point about five days ago.
It has since settled back down and is currently at $24.83/toz according to Monex.
On the subject of the clampout and coins, I picked up a Challenge Coin from the Lost Dutchman Chapter of E Clampus Vitus. It commemorates the clampout in Tombstone, Arizona and the Boot Hill Graveyard, where we held a plaque dedication. It seems these "challenge coins" have become popular with some chapters.
The accompanying photos are of both sides of the coin.
What's a challenge coin, you may ask?
According to Wikipedia:
A challenge coin is a small coin or medallion, bearing an organization's insignia or emblem and carried by the organization's members. Traditionally, they might be given to prove membership when asked and to enhance morale. They are also collected by service members and law enforcement personnel. Historically, challenge coins were presented by unit commanders in recognition of special achievement by a member of the unit. They could also be exchanged in recognition of visits to an organization.
Modern day challenge coins may feature popular culture attributes or organizational values. Modern challenge coins are made in a variety of sizes and are often made using popular culture references, including superheroes and other well-known characters in a way that creates a parody.
I have several challenge coins in my collection, but this is the first E Clampus Vitus-oriented coin I've purchased.
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