Core Viewpoint - The market for gold and silver commemorative coins has experienced explosive growth due to the issuance of the Chinese Dragon Silver Coin, revealing manipulation and speculation by rating companies [1][4]. Group 1: Market Dynamics - Gold and silver commemorative coins were previously a niche market but have become a focal point following the release of series like the Chinese Dragon Silver Coin [4]. - The apparent surge in interest is misleading, as it is driven by rating companies manipulating the market rather than genuine demand [4][5]. Group 2: Role of Rating Companies - Companies like PCGS and NGC have artificially inflated the prices of commemorative coins through simple packaging techniques, distorting their true value [3][5]. - The value of these coins has shifted from being based on rarity, historical significance, and artistic value to being heavily influenced by the ratings and packaging effects [5][6]. Group 3: Impact on Collectors - The manipulation of the market undermines the essence of collecting, which should be based on the intrinsic value of the items rather than external influences [7]. - Serious collectors face significant challenges as the market's integrity is compromised, leading to confusion and disillusionment among those who value cultural and historical significance [8][11]. Group 4: Market Consequences - The artificial creation of "false prosperity" results in a complete imbalance in the market value system, potentially leading to a bubble that could burst and severely impact the gold and silver commemorative coin market [8][10]. - If this trend continues unchecked, it may result in more collectibles being driven by capital and speculation, losing their original significance as collectibles [10][11].