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  • Introduction
  • American Gold Eagle
  • Canadian Maple Leaf
  • Australian Gold Nugget
  • South African Krugerrand
  • Chinese Panda
  • Mexican Peso
  • Vienna Philharmonic


    INTRODUCTION

    By demonstrating an interest in owning gold, you join an elite group of knowledgeable investors who value the tangible and symbolic significance of this treasured precious metal. Gold's 5000 year history can be traced back to the Egyptians in 3000 B.C. when this ancient civilization linked the power of gold to the Sun God Ra. Later in ancient Greek and Roman times, gold was offered to the gods and used to decorate their temples.

    Gold's religious and regal uses inspired all of the ancient civilizations to treasure the metal and use it as a symbol of power. During the following 2500 years in the evolution of world trade and commerce, gold emerged as the global currency as thousands of gold coins were minted by countries. Today, gold coins are desired by investors as a trusted store of value and as a recognized medium of exchange.

    Gold's value is intrinsic. It is a precious metal that cannot be destoyed or altered. It is highly liquid, has few geographic boundaries and can be bought, sold and stored in most parts of the free world. Due to the global market, the price of gold cannot be manipulated by any single nation or borrower.

    For investors who value the ease of buying, selling and converting gold into cash, gold bullion coins make an excellent choice. A gold bullion coin is usually a legal tender coin with nominal face value and is guaranteed by the issuing nation. These coins are usually issued in convenient troy ounce-related weights, and are bought and sold at prices that include a small premium over their intrinsic gold value.

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    AMERICA's GOLD: THE AMERICAN EAGLE

    Legislatively authorized by the Bullion Coin Act of 1985, American Eagle Gold Bullion Coins quickly became one of the word's leading gold bullion investment coins. Produced from gold mined in the United States, American Eagles are imprinted with their gold content and legal tender face value. However, the face value is largely symbolic since their market value has historically been much higher.

    American Eagles use the durable 22 karat standard established for gold circulating coinage over 350 years ago. They contain their stated amount of pure gold, plus small amounts of alloy. This creates harder coins that resist scratching and marring, which can diminish resale value.

    Minted to exact standards, the obverse (front) design is inspired by : Augustus Saint Gaudens' celebrated $20 gold piece, minted from 1907-33. The reverse features a nest of American Eagles, symbolizing family tradition and unity.

    What truly sets American Eagles apart is that they are the only bullion coins whose weight, content and purity are guaranteed by the United States Government. Investors can buy them with confidence, knowing the coins contain their stated amount of gold. In addition, long-term savers can include American Eagles in their IRAs.

    United States Government backing means that like the dollar, American Eagle Bullion Coins are accepted in major investment markets worldwide. They are also the most widely traded bullion coins in America, affording investors narrow spreads between buy and sell prices.

    An American Eagle's value is based on the market price of gold plus a small premium to cover coinage and distribution costs. Call us at 800-527-5307 for the current market price of the American Gold Eagle or join our Live Precious Metals Quotes page to receive current prices on gold, silver and platinum coins.

    American Gold Eagle Coins are minted in four sizes to fit a variety of budgets. The smaller sizes also make affordable and thoughtful gifts.

    Gold Content Weight Diameter Thickness Face Value
    1 Troy Ounce
    31.1035 grams
    1.0909 Troy Ounces
    33.930 grams
    1.287"
    32.7 mm
    0.113"
    2.87 mm
    $50.00
    0.5000 Troy Ounce
    15.5517 grams
    0.5454 Troy Ounces
    16.965 grams
    1.063"
    27.00 mm
    0.085"
    2.87mm
    $25.00
    0.2500 Troy Ounce
    7.7759 grams
    0.2727 Troy Ounces
    8.483 grams
    0.866"
    22.00 mm
    0.070"
    1.78mm
    $10.00
    0.1000 Troy Ounce
    3.1103 grams
    0.1091 Troy Ounces
    3.393 grams
    0.650"
    16.50mm
    0.049"
    1.26mm
    $5.00


    CANADIAN MAPLE LEAF

    Each Maple Leaf coin is struck from .9999 fine gold. It was the first gold bullion coin to have its fineness struck directly on the coin. The Maple Leaf is minted in sizes from 1 oz. to 1/20th oz. Every Maple Leaf Coin is guaranteed by the Government of Canada for its weight and purity. There is a size to fit every budget.

    Gold Content Weight Diameter Thickness Face Value
    1 Troy Ounce
    31.150 grams 30 mm 2.87 mm C$50.00
    1/2 Troy Ounce
    15.584 grams 25 mm 2.23 mm C$20.00
    1/4 Troy Ounce
    7.797 grams 20 mm 1.70 mm C$10.00
    1/10 Troy Ounce
    3.131 grams 16 mm 1.22 mm C$5.00


    AUSTRALIAN GOLD NUGGET

    The Australian Kangaroo Nugget bullion coin is the only major, legal tender, pure gold coin to change its design each year and limit its mintages annually. The Nugget features a depiction of a kangaroo and is currently in its eighth design in this successful series.

    Gold Content Weight Diameter Thickness Face Value
    1 Troy Ounce
    31.162 grams 32.10 mm 2.80 mm AS$100.00
    .50 Troy Ounce
    15.594 grams 25.10 mm 2.40 mm AS$50.00
    .25 Troy Ounce
    7.807 grams 20.10 mm 2.00 mm AS$25.00
    .10 Troy Ounce
    3.133 grams 16.10 mm 1.50 mm AS$15.00
    .05 Troy Ounce
    1.571 grams 14.10 mm 1.40 mm AS$5.00


    SOUTH AFRICAN KRUGERRAND

    The South African Krugerrand is avaliable in the 1 oz., 1/2 oz.,1/4 oz., 1/10 oz. sizes.

    Gold Content Weight Diameter Fine Gold Content
    1 Troy Ounce
    33.933 grams 32.6 mm .916 Fine
    1/2 Troy Ounce
    16.966 grams 27 mm .916 Fine
    1/4 Troy Ounce
    8.483 grams 22 mm .916 Fine
    1/10 Troy Ounce
    3.393 grams 16.50 mm .916 fine


    CHINESE PANDA

    The Chinese Panda was first introduced in 1982 in 1oz., 1/2oz., 1/4oz., 1/10oz. series. In each succeeding year (1983-1997), a new issue was struck featuring a different reverse Panda design. The 1/20oz size was introduced in 1983.

    Gold Content Weight Diameter Thickness Face Value
    1 Troy Ounce
    31.1035 grams 32.05 mm 2.70 mm 100.00 Yuan
    1/2 Troy Ounce
    15.5175 grams 27 mm 1.85 mm 50.00 Yuan
    1/4 Troy Ounce
    7.7758 grams 21.95 mm 1.53 mm $25.00 Yuan
    1/10 Troy Ounce
    3.1103 grams 17.95 mm 1.05 mm 10.00 Yuan
    1/20 Troy Ounce
    1.5551 grams 13.92 mm .083 mm 5.00 Yuan


    MEXICAN PESO

    Gold Content Weight Diameter Fineness Face Value
    1.3396 Troy Ounce
    41.6666 grams 37 mm 21.6 Karats 50.00
    .5358 Troy Ounce
    16.6666 grams 27.5 mm 21.6 Karats 20.00
    .2679 Troy Ounce
    8.333 grams 22.5 mm 21.6 Karat 10.00
    .1339 Troy Ounce
    4.1665 grams 19 mm 21.6 Karat mm 5.00
    .0670 Troy Ounce
    2.083 grams 15.5 mm 21.6Karat 2.50
    .0536 Troy Ounce
    1.666 grams 13 mm 21.6 Karat 2.00


    VIENNA PHILHARMONIC

    The Philharmonic is minted in three sizes and is 99.99 fine gold. Cellos, violins, Vienna horn, bassoon,and harp grace the front of the coin which is an aesthetic motif that is consistent with the coin's own beauty and uniqueness. The Great Organ of the Vienna Golden Hall, home of the Vienna Philharmonic, graces the back of the coin and the orchestra's endorsement is symbolic of the coin's own quality and integrity.

    Gold Content Weight Diameter Thickness Face Value
    1 Troy Ounce
    31.103 grams 37 mm 2.0 mm ATS$2,000.00
    1/4 Ounce
    7.776 grams 22.0 mm 1.2 mm ATS$500.00
    1/10 Ounce
    3.121 grams 16.0 mm 1.2 mm ATS$200.00


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