Types of Gold Coins

The first gold coins were minted in the Middle East around 1500 B.C. The Shekel gold and silver coin moved quickly to become the standard unit of measure, this coin, which originally weighed in at 11.3 grams of gold, which was coinage containing two-thirds gold and one-third silver. Since then gold coins have steadily increased in popularity as an international monetary standard and currently trade on electronic exchanges the world over.

There are seven types of gold coin buyers.

1. Investors who feel more secure holding gold coins than their own nation's currency.
2. Collectors who are attracted to a coin due to scarcity, condition, eye appeal, profit potential or to complete a set or series.
3. Many people purchase gold coins as a gift or to bequeath wealth to a loved one.
4. Those looking for diversification in the event of natural or premeditated calamities, as well as any sudden downturn in traditional investments.
5. A gold coin's beauty or sentimental appeal may inspire a purchase.
6. Investors own gold coins because they offer complete privacy, instant liquidity, and the comfort of physical possession.
7. Investors concerned with inflation and rising interest rates eroding paper assets.

Besides being beautiful to look at, gold coins are very popular among household investors due to their transportability and instant liquidity. However it's always important to choose the appropriate coins based on your independent needs and to structure your buying to match any short- or long-term goals.

To simplify the issue, US investors should focus on gold bullion coins or PCGS certified US rare coins, a mixture of both may offer the most protection. It's also a good idea to always demand physical delivery of your gold coins.

We only buy, sell or trade in products independently certified by one of the following authorities:

• Government issued gold or silver bullion coins
• Johnson Matthey or Credit Swiss gold bars
• PCGS or NGC certified gold and silver rare coins
• Johnson Matthey or Engelhard silver bars (pure)
• Any Comex acceptable bars

Bullion and PCGS certified gold coins offer instant liquidity through electronic dealer-to-dealer exchanges.

Bullion gold coins vs. certified US rare gold coins

Much has been written about the difference between bullion and certified gold coins, with many dealers taking sides and even putting down the other's goods. Bullion dealers will tell you the government will never take bullion away again, while certified gold dealers proclaim the government is certain to confiscate. The fact of the matter is the best choice depends on numerous variables, which affect the correct selection for each unique situation. A few questions you may ask to determine these factors include:

• Are you looking for a long-term growth or a short-term profit-taking position?
• Are you purchasing gold coins for safety or profit?
• Will this gold coinage be inside or outside your retirement accounts?
• How concerned are you about the economy?
• Are you purchasing gold coins for a barter emergency?
• Or perhaps are the coins a wedding gift for your daughter, or part of your legacy to be bequeathed to your loved ones?
• What privacy concerns do you have?

The point is that a reliable dealer or exchange will always determine your preferences and needs before attempting to make a recommendation, which many times will call for a mixture of bullion and certified gold coins.

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