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1 oz American Gold Buffalo

The 1 oz American Gold Buffalo was introduced in 2006, the first time the U.S. Mint produced a pure (.9999) 24 karat gold coin for the public. That year, the U.S. Mint produced and sold over 300,000 of these coins.

The design of the American Gold Buffalo is a modified version of James Earle Fraser’s Indian Head (Buffalo) nickel, first issued in 1913. The obverse design features a Native American chief while the reverse features an American bison standing atop a mound of dirt. The bison was modeled after “Black Diamond,” a popular attraction for many years in the New York Zoological Gardens in the early part of the 20th century.

Originally issued in sealed plastic sheets of 20, the American Gold Buffalo was created in order to compete with foreign 24 karat gold bullion coins such as the Canadian Gold Maple.

American Gold Buffalo coins are eligible for Precious Metals IRAs, which United Coin & Precious Metals can help facilitate.

Specifications

• Denomination: $50
• Diameter: 32.70 mm
• Thickness: 2.95 mm
• Composition:: 99.99% gold (24 karat)
• Gross Weight: 1 troy oz (31.0133 grams)
• Actual gold weight: 1 troy oz (31.1033 grams)
• IRA Eligible: Yes

1 oz American Gold Eagle

The American Gold Eagle is one of the world’s favorite gold bullion products. The 1 oz size offers the most economical way of purchasing the American Gold Eagle. As the official gold bullion coin of the US government, the American Gold Eagle was released in 1986. It is guaranteed by the U.S. Government for its stated weight and fineness.

Augustus Saint-Gaudens’ Lady Liberty figure, from the $20 Saint Gaudens (1907-1933), was the inspiration for the obverse side of the American Gold Eagle. The reverse features a male eagle carrying an olive branch. It is flying above a nest containing a female eagle and her hatchlings.

The coin contains 91.67% gold (22 karat), 3% silver, and 5.33% copper.

American Gold Eagle coins are eligible for Precious Metals IRAs, which United Coin & Precious Metals can help facilitate.

Specifications

• Denomination: $50
• Diameter: 32.70
• Thickness: 2.87 mm
• Composition: 91.67% gold (22 karat), 3% silver, 5.33% copper
• Gross Weight: 1.0909 troy oz (33.931 grams)
• Actual Gold Weight: 1 troy oz (31.1033 grams)
• IRA Eligible: Yes

1/10 American Gold Eagle

As the official gold bullion coin of the US government and inspired by the Krugerrand, the American Gold Eagle was released in 1986.

The obverse design features a rendition of Augustus Saint-Gaudens’ double eagle (1907-1933), this full-length figure of lady liberty holding a torch in her right hand and an olive branch in her left hand is considered by many as our most beautiful U.S. coin. The reverse design by Miley Busiek features a male eagle flying above a nest containing a female eagle and her hatchlings.

The American Gold Eagle is one of the world’s favorite gold bullion products.

American Gold Eagle coins are eligible for Precious Metals IRAs, which United Coin & Precious Metals can help facilitate.

Specifications

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• IRA Eligible: Yes

1/4 American Gold Eagle

As the official gold bullion coin of the US government and inspired by the Krugerrand, the American Gold Eagle was released in 1986.

The obverse design features a rendition of Augustus Saint-Gaudens’ double eagle (1907-1933), this full-length figure of lady liberty holding a torch in her right hand and an olive branch in her left hand is considered by many as our most beautiful U.S. coin. The reverse design by Miley Busiek features a male eagle flying above a nest containing a female eagle and her hatchlings.

The American Gold Eagle is one of the world’s favorite gold bullion products.

American Gold Eagle coins are eligible for Precious Metals IRAs, which United Coin & Precious Metals can help facilitate.

Specifications

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• IRA Eligible: Yes

1/2 American Gold Eagle

As the official gold bullion coin of the US government and inspired by the Krugerrand, the American Gold Eagle was released in 1986.

The obverse design features a rendition of Augustus Saint-Gaudens’ double eagle (1907-1933), this full-length figure of lady liberty holding a torch in her right hand and an olive branch in her left hand is considered by many as our most beautiful U.S. coin. The reverse design by Miley Busiek features a male eagle flying above a nest containing a female eagle and her hatchlings.

The American Gold Eagle is one of the world’s favorite gold bullion products.

American Gold Eagle coins are eligible for Precious Metals IRAs, which United Coin & Precious Metals can help facilitate.

Specifications

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• IRA Eligible: Yes

1 oz American Silver Eagle

The 1 oz American Silver Eagle was introduced in 1986 and has been produced by the U.S. Mint without interruption every year since. The obverse design has Adolph A. Weinman’s Liberty Walking design used on the U.S. Half Dollar from 1916 to 1947. The reverse design is a rendition of a heraldic eagle by John Mercanti.

The 1 oz American Silver Eagle is one of the world’s most popular silver bullion products and is produced to a fineness of .999+. Orders in multiples of 20 come packaged in mint tubes, and orders of 500 come packaged in mint boxes known as “monster boxes.” Otherwise, coins are sold in protective plastic flips. These coins are guaranteed by the U.S. Mint for their weight and fineness.

Each coin contains one troy ounce of fine silver and measures 1.598” (or 40.6mm) in diameter with a thickness of .117” (or 2.98mm). The American Silver Eagle is America’s only investment grade silver bullion coin.

American Silver Eagle coins are eligible for Precious Metals IRAs, which United Coin & Precious Metals can help facilitate.

Specifications

• Denomination: $1
• Diameter: 40.6 mm
• Thickness: 2.98 mm
• Composition: .9993 silver, .0007 copper
• Gross Weight: 1 troy oz (31.103 grams)
• Actual Silver Weight: 1 troy oz (31.103 grams)
• IRA Eligible: Yes

1 oz American Silver Eagle (Box)

The 1 oz American Silver Eagle was introduced in 1986 and has been produced by the U.S. Mint without interruption every year since. The obverse design has Adolph A. Weinman’s Liberty Walking design used on the U.S. Half Dollar from 1916 to 1947. The reverse design is a rendition of a heraldic eagle by John Mercanti.

The 1 oz American Silver Eagle is one of the world’s most popular silver bullion products and is produced to a fineness of .999+. Orders of 500 come packaged in mint boxes known as “monster boxes.” These coins are guaranteed by the U.S. Mint for their weight and fineness.

Each coin contains one troy ounce of fine silver and measures 1.598” (or 40.6mm) in diameter with a thickness of .117” (or 2.98mm). The American Silver Eagle is America’s only investment grade silver bullion coin.

American Silver Eagle coins are eligible for Precious Metals IRAs, which United Coin & Precious Metals can help facilitate.

Specifications

• Denomination: $1
  
• Diameter: 40.6 mm
  
• Thickness: 2.98 mm
  
• Composition: .9993 silver, .0007 copper
  
• Gross Weight: 1 troy oz (31.103 grams)
  
• Actual Silver Weight: 1 troy oz (31.103 grams)
• IRA Eligible: Yes

1 oz American Silver Eagle (Proof)

The 1 oz American Silver Eagle was introduced in 1986 and has been produced by the U.S. Mint without interruption every year since. The obverse design has Adolph A. Weinman’s Liberty Walking design used on the U.S. Half Dollar from 1916 to 1947. The reverse design is a rendition of a heraldic eagle by John Mercanti.

The 1 oz American Silver Eagle is one of the world’s most popular silver bullion products and is produced to a fineness of .999+. These coins are guaranteed by the U.S. Mint for their weight and fineness.

Each coin contains one troy ounce of fine silver and measures 1.598” (or 40.6mm) in diameter with a thickness of .117” (or 2.98mm). The American Silver Eagle is America’s only investment grade silver bullion coin.

This proof set comes with a display box and each coin is encapsulated in perfect position in the original US Mint display box. Originals certificates are included.

The term “proof” refers to a specialized minting process that begins by manually feeding burnished coin blanks into presses fitted with special dies. Each coin is struck multiple times so the softly frosted, yet detailed images seem to float above a mirror-like field. After scrutiny by white gloved inspectors, each American Eagle Proof Coin is placed in a protective plastic capsule and mounted in a handsome satin-lined velvet presentation case.

An official Certificate of Authenticity accompanies each coin. The American Eagle Platinum and Silver Proof Coins are only available in the 1 oz size.

American Silver Eagle Proof coins are eligible for Precious Metals IRAs, which United Coin & Precious Metals can help facilitate.

Specifications

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• IRA Eligible: Yes

$500 Face Value – 90% Silver Coins

Long considered the most inexpensive way to buy silver is to purchase pre-1964 U.S. dimes, quarters, and half dollars. Often referred to as “junk silver,” all that means is there is no collector or numismatic value associated with these coins. However, they are anything but junk! The alloy of these coins consists of 90% silver and 10% copper. Every $1,000 face value of any combination of these coins contains 715 oz of pure silver. Aside from the low premiums these coins traditionally carry they have the added advantage of smaller units, meaning greater divisibility and portability.

Packaged in canvas bags in quantities of $500 face value, each bag weighs approximately 27 pounds. Depending upon availability, you can choose your denomination in $500 face increments.

The 90% silver bags come in four versions: U.S. half dollars, U.S. quarters, U.S. dimes, and a mixed bag. Each $1,0000 face value bag weighs approximately 800 troy ounces (54 pounds) and contains approximately 715 ounces of pure silver (we will sell you any size bag that you want).

The actual and true value of these coins derives from the amount of silver they contain, which means their value is significantly higher than they once were. For example, pre-1964 coins equaling one dollar in face value can be worth more than 20x their face value today.

Specifications

• Denomination: Dimes, Quarters, & Half Dollars
  
• Diameter: 17.9 mm (Dime), 24.3 mm (Quarter), & 30.6 mm (Half Dollar)
  
• Thickness: .90 silver, .10 copper
  
• Gross Weight: 2.50 grams (Dime), 6.25 grams (Quarter), 12.5 grams (Half Dollar)
  

Actual Silver Weight: .07234 troy oz (Dime), .18084 troy oz (Quarter), .36169 troy oz (Half Dollar)

$1,000 Face Value – 90% Silver Coins

Long considered the most inexpensive way to buy silver is to purchase pre-1964 U.S. dimes, quarters, and half dollars. Often referred to as “junk silver,” all that means is there is no collector or numismatic value associated with these coins. However, they are anything but junk! The alloy of these coins consists of 90% silver and 10% copper. Every $1,000 face value of any combination of these coins contains 715 oz of pure silver. Aside from the low premiums these coins traditionally carry they have the added advantage of smaller units, meaning greater divisibility and portability.

Packaged in canvas bags in quantities of $500 face value, each bag weighs approximately 27 pounds. Depending upon availability, you can choose your denomination in $500 face increments.

The 90% silver bags come in four versions: U.S. half dollars, U.S. quarters, U.S. dimes, and a mixed bag. Each $1,0000 face value bag weighs approximately 800 troy ounces (54 pounds) and contains approximately 715 ounces of pure silver (we will sell you any size bag that you want).

The actual and true value of these coins derives from the amount of silver they contain, which means their value is significantly higher than they once were. For example, pre-1964 coins equaling one dollar in face value can be worth more than 20x their face value today.

Specifications

• Denomination: Dimes, Quarters, & Half Dollars
  
• Diameter: 17.9 mm (Dime), 24.3 mm (Quarter), & 30.6 mm (Half Dollar)
  
• Composition: .90 silver, .10 copper
  
• Gross Weight: 2.50 grams (Dime), 6.25 grams (Quarter), 12.5 grams (Half Dollar)
  

Actual Silver Weight: 07234 troy oz (Dime), .18084 troy oz (Quarter), .36169 troy oz (Half Dollar)

U.S. $1 Morgan Dollar (Very Fine / Extra Fine)

The U.S. $1 Morgan dollar is a beautiful coin for those with an appreciation for bullion and for history. For an oftentimes low premium, investors can enjoy holding this piece of history in their silver collection.

Carson City Morgan Dollars are among the rarest versions of this coin. Struck between 1878 and 1893, they remain an attainable short set for collectors. Premiums on Carson City Morgan Dollars remain strong. Recently, an 1882 CC Morgan dollar in its original black plastic GSA case and graded MS-62 by NGC sold for $170, while a VF of this common CC without a GSA holder sold for $120 dollars.

Rarer GSA Morgan Dollars, like the 1879-CC and the 1889-CC dollars, still are not found in large quantities. An entry-level Mint State 1879-CC Morgan Dollar costs upwards of $6,000, while solid VF examples are approaching $300.

From 1887 to 1904, Morgan Silver dollars were issued by mints in Philadelphia, San Francisco, New Orleans, and Carson City. Morgan dies were destroyed when production ended. Nonetheless, they were struck once more for a short time during 1921 at Philadelphia, San Francisco, and Denver mints for a short time before being replaced by post-World War 1 Peace Dollars.

In the 1960s, a reserve of Morgan Dollars was discovered in US Treasury vaults. The coins were sold in the 1970s, culminating in the final sale of more than 200,000 uncirculated Morgans in 1980.

The worth of a Morgan Silver dollar is based on its date, mint mark, and condition. Examples struck during the late 1870s and early 1880s are considered desirable.

Specifications

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• IRA Eligible: Yes

GSA Carson City Morgan Dollars

The U.S. $1 Morgan dollar is a beautiful coin for those with an appreciation for bullion and for history. For an oftentimes low premium, investors can enjoy holding this piece of history in their silver collection.

Carson City Morgan Dollars are among the rarest versions of this coin. Struck between 1878 and 1893, they remain an attainable short set for collectors. Premiums on Carson City Morgan Dollars remain strong. Recently, an 1882 CC Morgan dollar in its original black plastic GSA case and graded MS-62 by NGC sold for $170, while a VF of this common CC without a GSA holder sold for $120 dollars.

Rarer GSA Morgan Dollars, like the 1879-CC and the 1889-CC dollars, still are not found in large quantities. An entry-level Mint State 1879-CC Morgan Dollar costs upwards of $6,000, while solid VF examples are approaching $300.

From 1887 to 1904, Morgan Silver dollars were issued by mints in Philadelphia, San Francisco, New Orleans, and Carson City. Morgan dies were destroyed when production ended. Nonetheless, they were struck once more for a short time during 1921 at Philadelphia, San Francisco, and Denver mints for a short time before being replaced by post-World War 1 Peace Dollars.

In the 1960s, a reserve of Morgan Dollars was discovered in US Treasury vaults. The coins were sold in the 1970s, culminating in the final sale of more than 200,000 uncirculated Morgans in 1980.

The worth of a Morgan Silver dollar is based on its date, mint mark, and condition. Examples struck during the late 1870s and early 1880s are considered desirable.

Specifications

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• IRA Eligible: Yes

1 oz American Platinum Eagle

The 1 oz American Platinum Eagle was first released in 1997 and is the only investment grade platinum coin issued by the U.S. Mint. The Platinum American Eagle is considered a modern platinum bullion coin and is produced in four sizes: 1/10 oz, ¼ oz, ½ oz, and 1 oz.

The Platinum Eagle carries a legal tender value, with its weight, purity and face value guaranteed by the U.S. Government. The obverse contains the face of the Statue of Liberty, the year of mintage, the inscription “Liberty,” and the mottos “IN GOD WE TRUST” and “E PLURIBUS UNUM.”

A 1-ounce Platinum Eagle coin has a face value of $100, the highest of any American coin ever produced.

The half-ounce Platinum Eagle has a face value of $50.

The quarter-ounce Platinum Eagle has a face value of $25.

The tenth-ounce Platinum Eagle has a face value of $10.

The 1 oz American Platinum Eagle is sold in a tube of 10 coins. All others are sold in tubes of 20 coins.

The American Platinum Eagle proof coin is the only bullion coin issued by the United States with a new design every year. This means that even though the coin has only been minted since 1997, it already has a wide array of interesting and beautiful designs. The yearly American Platinum Eagle designs are as follows:

• 1997: An eagle flying with the sun in the background at the horizon.
  
• 1998: A Bald Eagle soaring over a scene of New England with a full moon in the sky.
  
• 1999: A Bald Eagle above the wetlands of the Southeast and an alligator coming out of the swamp.
  
• 2000: A Bald Eagle flying over a field, house and barn in the Midwest.
  
• 2001: A Bald Eagle flying above cacti of the Southwest.
  
• 2002: A Bald Eagle flying down to catch a fish from a mountainside lake in the Northwestern United States.
  
• 2003: A Bald Eagle atop a pine branch in the Rocky Mountains with an American Flag in the background.
  
• 2004: The sculpture “America” which is housed outside the U.S. Customs House in New York City.
  
• 2005: A Bald Eagle beneath thirteen stars representing the original thirteen states, holding an American shield and perched atop a cornucopia.
  
• 2006: The first among the “Foundations of Democracy” series intended to highlight the three branches of the federal government. Displays a “Legislative Muse” with an eagle on each side, which each represent a house of Congress.
  
• 2007: A Bald Eagle, which represents the Executive Branch of the federal government.
  
• 2008: Lady Justice in front of a Bald Eagle, representing the Judicial Branch of the federal government.

Specifications

• Denomination: $100
  
• Diameter: 32.7 mm
  
• Thickness: 2.39 mm
  
• Composition: .9995 Platinum
  
• Gross Weight: 31.12 grams
• Actual Platinum Weight: 1 troy oz (31.103) grams

$20 Saint-Gaudens Gold Coin (XF/AU)

The $20 Saint Gaudens is the most popular pre-1933 gold coin. Theodore Roosevelt commissioned Saint Gaudens to design the coin, hence the name. Miss Liberty strides gloriously forward on the obverse while the reverse features a majestic eagle flying above the sun.

Specifications

• Dates: 1907-1933
  
• Weight: 33.436g
  
• Diameter: 34mm
  
• Gold: .96750

$20 Liberty Double Eagle Gold Coin (XF/AU)

The $20 Liberty Double Eagle is a highly recognized gold coin. The $20 Liberty helped to expand the influence of the United States in the nineteenth century. A profile of Miss Liberty is featured on the obverse and the bold heraldic Eagle on the reverse.

Specifications

• Dates: 1849-1907
  
• Weight: 33.436g
  
• Diameter: 34mm
• Gold: .9670 oz

$10 Indian Head Gold Coin (XF/AU)

The $10 Indian Head Gold Coin designed by Augustus Saint-Gaudens is among the most beautiful gold coins the USA has ever struck.

The $10 Indian Head’s obverse (front) features Liberty’s head, who dons an Indian war bonnet that reads ‘LIBERTY.’ Thirteen stars, representing the nation’s 13 original colonies arc above Liberty’s head. The date appears at the bottom of the coin.

The reverse side of the coin shows a proud Bald Eagle with a puffed chest, standing among olive branches. The Latin phrase ‘E PLURIBUS UNUM’ lies to the viewer’s right of the eagle. The words ‘UNITED STATES OF AMERICA’ and the denomination (“TEN DOLLARS”) appear at the top and bottom of the coin. The motto “IN GOD WE TRUST” was put on the coin in the middle of 1908 by order of Congress.

The coins edge shows raised stars for the states of the Union, and not a lettered edge. Coins struck from 1907 to 1911 feature 46 stars. Two more stars were added the following year to commemorate the addition of New Mexico and Arizona to the Union.

Specifications

• Dates: 1908-16; 1929
  
• Weight: 8.359g
  
• Diameter: 21.6mm
  
• Gold: .24187 oz

$10 Liberty Coronet (XF/AU)

The $10 Liberty coin, also known as the Coronet, was minted from 1866-1907. It features the world-famous profile of Miss Liberty on the obverse and a heraldic American Eagle on the reverse.

The Coronet design by Christian Gobrecht would later appear on the $2.50 Liberty Gold Coin and one year prior to its use on the $5 Liberty Gold Coin. The introduction of the $10 Indian head Gold Coin ended the $10 Liberty’s production.

The coin is generally referred to as the Liberty Eagle, with the Eagle’s head turned towards the right, signifying its preference for peace. Golbrecht is most famous for the “seated liberty” design seen on dimes, quarters, and half dollars during the era.

Specifications

• Dates: 1866-1907
  
• Weight: 16.718g
  
• Diameter: 27mm
• Gold: .48375oz

1 oz Canadian Gold Maple

The Canadian Gold Maple Leaf is the official bullion gold coin of Canada and is produced at the Royal Canadian Mint. Purchased and sold the world over, the Canadian Gold Maple Leaf coin is one of the most recognizable gold coins in the world.

This coin was first issued in 1979, at the time representing the only option to the Krugerrand for a modern bullion coin. Produced in sizes ranging from 1/20 oz to 1 oz, the 1 oz size offers the most economical way to purchase this product.

All Canadian Gold Maples are 24 karat with a fineness of .999 (coins minted 1979-1982) or .9999 (coins minted after November 1982).

The Canadian Gold Maple Coin is guaranteed by the Government of Canada for weight and purity. Gold Maples are eligible for gold IRA accounts and offer a great way to diversify wealth.

Since its introduction to world markets in 1979, the Gold Canadian Maple Leaf has been popular among investors. The coin was the first gold coin produced in .9999 fine gold. The Maple Leaf is available in five different varieties, including 1/20, 1/10, 1/4, 1/2 and 1 troy ounce.

On the obverse side, Queen Elizabeth II adorns each coin, along with the denomination and date of issue. On the reverse side is a Canada’s national symbol, the maple leaf, as well as the level of gold purity in both English and French.

The designs of each variety are the same, except for markings on the obverse and reverse sides that indicate the different weights and face value of the coins. In 1994, 1⁄15 oz. $2.00 face value gold and platinum coins were minted, likely for use in jewelry.

Specifications

• Denomination: $50
  
• Diameter: 30 mm
  
• Thickness: 2.8 mm
  
• Composition: 99.9% gold (24 karat) (1979-1982) 99.99% gold (24karat) (after Nov. 1982)
  
• Gross Weight: 1 troy oz (31.1033 grams)
  
• Actual Gold Weight: 1 troy oz (31.1033 grams)
  
• IRA Eligible : Yes

1 oz South African Gold Krugerrand

The South African Gold Krugerrand was introduced in 1967 as a vehicle for private gold ownership and is considered the first modern gold bullion coin. Produced by the South African Mint, this coin proved popular and by 1980 accounted for 90% of the global gold coin market.

The Krugerrand is a 22 karat (.9167) gold bullion coin minted by the Rand refinery in South Africa in four sizes: 1/10 oz, 1/4 oz, 1/2 oz, and 1 oz. On the obverse of the Krugerrand is President Paul Kruger with the name of the issuing country in Afrikaans and English in the legend, while the reverse depicts a springbok antelope with the mint date in the field.

As with the other producers of bullion products, the 1 oz version represents the most economical way to purchase. The Krugerrand does not bear a currency denomination as the value is simply the value of its gold content.

The Gold Krugerrand has been the inspiration for many other gold-producing nations minting their own bullion coins, such as the Canadian Gold Maple Leaf in 1979, the Australian Nugget in 1981 (which today is known as the Australian Kangaroo), the American Gold Eagle in 1986, and the British Britannia Coin.

The Krugerrand is made of a gold alloy that is 91.67% (22 karats) and that contains copper (also used in English gold sovereigns) to make it handle wear better. The copper is what gives the Krugerrand its distinctive orange appearance in contrast to other gold bullion coins.

Specifications

• Diameter: 32.60 mm
  
• Tickness: 2.84 mm
  
• Composition: 91.67% gold (22 karat), 8.33% copper
  
• Gross Weight: 1.0909 troy oz (33.933 grams)
  
• Actual Gold Weight: 1 troy oz (31.1033 grams)
• IRA Eligible: No

1 oz Austrian Gold Philharmonic

The more than 800-year-old Austrian Mint produces the Austrian Gold Philharmonic, a 24k beauty. As a legal-tender gold bullion coin, the Austrian Philharmonic is recognized worldwide for its beauty and is traded as commonly as the Krugerrand. The Gold Philharmonic was the world’s top selling gold bullion coin in 1992, 1995, and 1996.

The Gold Philharmonic was first struck in 1989 and is the only European legal-tender gold coin minted on a large-scale. It is the only standard gold coin denominated in Euros.

The coin’s obverse features mélange of instruments such as string bass, cellos, violins, a bassoon, harp, and Viennese horn. The reverse shows an image of the so-called “Great Organ” found in Vienna’s “Golden Hall,” which is home to the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra performs. The coin also has country of issue (Austria), gold content in troy ounces, as well as the 100EUR face value stamped on it.

Specifications

• Denomination: 2000 Schilling (1989-2001) 100 Euro (2002-present)
  
• Diameter: 37 mm
  
• Thickness: 2 mm
  
• Composition: 99.99% gold (24 karat)
  
• Gross Weight: 1 troy oz (31.103 grams)
  
• Actual Gold Weight: 1 troy oz (31.103 grams)
• IRA Eligible: Yes

1 oz Chinese Gold Panda

The Chinese Gold Panda was first issued in 1982 by the People’s Republic of China. Originally issued in sizes ranging from 1/20 oz to 1 oz, the coin is now available in larger sizes: 5 oz, 12 oz, and 1 kilo, with a fineness of .999 (24 Karat). This coin has grown to be one of the most popular gold bullion coins in the world.

The obverse of the Gold Panda is a depiction of the Temple of Heaven in Beijing, with Chinese characters at the top saying “Zhongua Renmin Gongheguo” (which means “Peoples Republic of China.” At the bottom is the year of issue. The reverse depicts a different panda design every year, except for 2001 and 2002 which features the same Gold Panda design.

Several Chinese mints produce the Chinese Gold Panda including mints in Beijing, Shenzhen, Shanghai, and Shenyang. Unlike coins made by US mints, which carry mintmarks so as to determine their origin, Chinese mints usually employ no such mintmarks. There are in some years minor variations in the coin designs—size of the date, style of the temple—to allow one to decipher mint origin.

Chinese gold pandas are legal tender in the People’s Republic of China. The Chinese Gold Panda comes in face value denominations of 500, 200, 100, 50, and 24 Yuan; from 1982 to 2000, their originals denominations of 100, 50, 25 and 10 Yuan (with 5 Yuan added in 1983) were produced. These figures correspond with the 1 oz Gold Panda, the 1/2 Gold Panda, 1/4 Gold Panda, 1/10 Gold Panda, and 1/20 Gold Panda. The 1991 1 gram Gold Panda was issued in the denomination of 3 yuan.

Specifications

• Denomination: 500 Yuan
  
• Diameter: 32.05 mm
  
• Thickness: 2.7 mm
  
• Composition: 99.9% gold (24 karat)
  
• Gross Weight: 1 troy oz (31.103 grams)
• Actual Gold Weight: 1 troy oz (31.103 grams)

1 oz Australian Gold Kangaroo

First introduced in 1987, the Australian Gold Kangaroo is officially referred to as the “Australian Gold Nugget” by the Perth Mint. The coins have been minted in denominations of 1/20oz, 1/10 oz, 1/4 oz, 1/2 oz, 1 oz, 2 oz, 10 oz, and 1 kg of 24 karat gold. Just like the Chinese Gold Panda, the Australian Gold Nugget changes its reverse design annually.

This coin has two unique features: a “two-tone” frosted design effect as well as an individual hard plastic encapsulation of each coin. These features were unusually for a standard bullion coin and gave the Nugget a unique market niche.

In 1986, the Gold Kangaroo (or Gold Nugget) series was introduced by the Gold Corporation, a company owned by the government of Western Australia. Until 1989 the coin featured Australian gold nuggets. The design was changed to feature different Kangaroos in 1989 and are today often referred to as “gold kangaroos.” Struck from .9999 pure gold, the Australian Gold Kangaroo is the only major legal tender, pure gold bullion coins that change their reverse design annually.

Specifications

• Denomination: $100
  
• Diameter: 32.60 mm
  
• Thickness: 2.8 mm
  
• Composition: 99.99% gold (24 karat)
  
• Gross Weight: 1 troy oz (31.103 grams)
  
• Actual Gold Weight: 1 troy oz (31.103 grams)
• IRA Eligible: Yes

Gold Austrian / Hungarian 100 Corona

The Gold Austrian / Hungarian 100 Corona contains .9802 oz gold with a fineness of .900 (21.6 karat)

The obverse of this beautiful gold coin features the bust of Austrian King and Hungarian Emperor. The reverse of the 100 Corona displays the coat of arms of Austria superimposed over a crowned double-headed eagle.

Specifications

• Diameter: 37.08 mm
  
• Thickness: 2.29 mm
  
• Composition: 90% gold (21.6 karat), 10% copper
  
• Gross Weight: 1.0891 troy oz (33.8753 grams)
• Actual Gold Weight: .9802 troy oz (30.4876 grams

Gold Mexican 50 Peso

The Gold Mexican 50 Peso, also known as the “Centenario,“ is an extremely beautiful coin and approximately 20% larger than most of its counterparts. When available, these coins offer gold and silver bullion coin investors an opportunity to pay small premiums for relatively beautiful coins.

Each coin contains 37.5 grams or 1.2057 ounces of gold in an alloy of 90% gold and 10% copper (21.6 karat).

The Gold Mexican 50 Peso, or Centenario, was first minted in 1921 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Independence from Spain. It is 20% larger than other nationally-minted gold coins such as the American Gold Eagle and Canadian Gold Maple.

The obverse features an image of Winged Victory with a laurel wreath in her right hand and broken chains in her left. Behind her, two famous Mexican volcanoes, Popocatepetl and Iztaccihautl, rise in the background. The 1821 on the lower left commemorates the year of Mexico’s Independence. The date on the right indicates year of mintage.

Between 1949 and 1972, approximately four million Gold Mexican 50 Peso Centenarios were struck, most likely all dated 1947. These are considered restricts. The earlier Gold Mexican 50 Peso have a smaller premium than the restrike 1947 Gold Centenarios.

The 1921 Centenario and 1931 Centenario can carry considerable premiums. The reverse depicts the Mexican Coat of Arms, which is an eagle perched on a cactus with a serpent in its beak.

Specifications

• Diameter: 37.1 mm
  
• Thickness: 2.69 mm
  
• Composition: 90% gold (21.6 karat), 10% copper
  
• Gross Weight: 1.3396 troy oz (41.6666 grams)
• Actual Gold weight: 1.2057 troy oz (37.50 grams)

1 oz Canadian Silver Maple

The 1 oz Canadian Silver Maple is the official silver bullion coin of Canada and is produced at the Royal Canadian Mint. Introduced in 1988, the coin has been produced without interruption ever since.

The current version, produced since 2004, features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II at age 79 on the obverse, while the reverse depicts one of Canada’s most popular symbols, the maple leaf. The Canadian Silver Maple is produced to a fineness of .9999.

When purchasing from United Coin & Precious Metals, multiples of 25 are packaged in yellow mint tubes, while multiples of 500 are packaged in mint “monster boxes.” Otherwise, coins will be packaged in protective plastic flips. These coins are guaranteed by the Royal Canadian Mint for their weight and fineness.

Its premium is comparable to other government-minted coins, such as the American Silver and the Austrian Philharmonic. Generally, the price of the Silver Maple falls between the Silver Eagle and the Philharmonic. The Canadian Silver Maple Leaf can be used in IRAs.

Depending on their years of mintage, there are three different “Queen” designs depicted on the obverse: a young queen, an older queen, and an elder.

The face value of the 1 oz Silver Maple Leaf is 5 Canadian dollars, the highest among all international silver bullion coins. Also, the purity of the coin is 99.99% silver, higher than the 99.9% of other government bullion issues. Generally, the coin has on its reverse a maple leaf and always the phrase “Fine Silver 1 oz Argent Pur.”

Oftentimes, Canadian Silver Maples to have a “Milk Spot.” This spot is a blemish that has a milky white appearance. This happens when cleaning detergent is left on the coin when the coin goes into the annealing furnace.

Specifications

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• IRA Eligible: Yes

1 oz Silver Chinese Panda

The Chinese Silver Panda is among the most desired silver bullion coins on the market, thus giving it semi-numismatic silver coin status.

The 1 oz Chinese Silver Panda was first minted in 1983. Among the first bullion coins issued by the state of China, the 1 oz Chinese Silver Pandas are a piece of history. The infamous panda bear design on the silver coin’s reverse side has changed each year, except for 2001 and 2002, featuring a variety of action poses of the giant panda. The 1 oz Chinese Silver Panda’s obverse shows an outdoor scene of The Hall of Prayer at the Beijing Temple of Heaven.

The first Chinese Panda coins issued in 1983, 1984, and 1985 were minted solely as Silver proof coins, with a silver metal content of 27 grams of .900 fine silver and each with a diameter of 38.6 mm. Mintages were only 10,000 for each of the three years. There were no Silver Pandas minted in 1986.

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1 oz Austrian Silver Philharmonic

The 1 oz Austrian Silver Philharmonic is the official silver bullion coin of Austria and is produced by the Austrian Mint located in Vienna. Like its gold counterpart, the Silver Philharmonic obverse features the great organ in the Golden Hall, which is the concert hall of the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra. The reverse features a design of musical instruments representing the Vienna Philharmonic.

The Austrian Silver Philharmonic is produced to a fineness of .999+. Multiples of 20 come in mint tubes; multiples of 500 are in gray mint boxes. Otherwise, coins are sold in protective plastic flips.

These coins are guaranteed by the Austrian Government for their weight and fineness.

Specifications

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  Denomination: $1.5 Euro
  
• Diameter: 37 mm
  
• Thickness: 3.2 mm
  
• Composition: .999+ Silver
  
• Gross Weight: 1 troy oz (31.103 grams)
  
• Actual Silver Weight: 1 troy oz (31.103 grams)
• IRA Eligible: Yes

1oz Canadian Silver Maple (box)

The 1 oz Canadian Silver Maple is the official silver bullion coin of Canada and is produced at the Royal Canadian Mint. Introduced in 1988, the coin has been produced without interruption ever since. A “monster box” contains 500 coins.

The current version of the 1 oz Canadian Silver Maple, produced since 2004, features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II at age 79 on the obverse, while the reverse depicts one of Canada’s most popular symbols, the maple leaf. The coin is produced to a fineness of .9999.

Its premium is comparable to other government-minted coins, such as the American Silver and the Austrian Philharmonic. Generally, the price of the Silver Maple falls between the Silver Eagle and the Philharmonic. The Canadian Silver Maple Leaf can be used in IRAs.

Depending on their years of mintage, there are three different “Queen” designs depicted on the obverse: a young queen, an older queen, and an elder.

The face value of the 1 oz Silver Maple Leaf is 5 Canadian dollars, the highest among all international silver bullion coins. Also, the purity of the coin is 99.99% silver, higher than the 99.9% of other government bullion issues. Generally, the coin has on its reverse a maple leaf and always the phrase “Fine Silver 1 oz Argent Pur.”

Oftentimes, Canadian Silver Maples to have a “Milk Spot.” This spot is a blemish that has a milky white appearance. This happens when cleaning detergent is left on the coin when the coin goes into the annealing furnace.

Specifications

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• IRA Eligible: Yes

Gold Austrian / Hungarian 100 Corona

The Gold Austrian / Hungarian 100 Corona contains .9802 oz gold with a fineness of .900 (21.6 karat)

The obverse of this beautiful gold coin features the bust of Austrian King and Hungarian Emperor. The reverse of the 100 Corona displays the coat of arms of Austria superimposed over a crowned double-headed eagle.

Specifications

• Diameter: 37.08 mm
  
• Thickness: 2.29 mm
  
• Composition: 90% gold (21.6 karat), 10% copper
  
• Gross Weight: 1.0891 troy oz (33.8753 grams)
• Actual Gold Weight: .9802 troy oz (30.4876 grams)

Gold French / Swiss 20 Franc

Whether you purchase a French 20 Franc or a Swiss 20 Franc, you’re buying a world-class gold coin.

Gold French 20 Franc

The Gold French 20 Franc is an old-world gold coin that depicts an image of Liberty on the obverse and the Gallic Rooster, representing the history and culture of France, on the reverse.

The French 20 Franc was minted from 1899 to 1914. A legal tender coin, the 20 Franc is a great choice for bullion investors looking for historic gold coins at low premiums. The 20 Franc is also a great “survival coin,” that is, a fractional gold coin. Unlike national government fractionals, the 20 Franc is available for a low-premium.

This particular coin contains nearly a fifth of an ounce of pure gold (.1867) and is available in almost Brilliant Uncirculated condition.

Gold Swiss 20 Franc

The obverse of the Swiss 20 Franc gold coin features a bust of Vreneli, the charming “Swiss Miss” of Swiss Lore. Above her head are the words “HELVETIA”, which is why this coin is also referred to as a Helvetia.

The coin’s reverse features a Swiss shield over a background of an oak branch tied with ribbons. The denomination (20 FR) and the date appear on the reverse.

All Vreneli Swiss 20 Francs were minted in the country’s lone mint facility located in Bern and are composed of 90% gold. The Swiss 20 Franc gold coins are distinguished with a small cross in the center of the Swiss cross on the reverse.

Specifications

• Diameter: 21 mm
  
• Thickness: 1.4 mm
  
• Composition: 90% gold (21.6 karat), 10% copper
  
• Gross Weight: .2074 troy oz (6.4516 grams)
• Actual Gold Weight: .1867 troy oz (5.8064 grams)

1 oz Canadian Platinum Maple

The 1 oz Canadian Platinum Maple was first released in 1988. The obverse features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II at age 79, while the reverse features one of Canada’s most popular symbols, the maple leaf. This is among the most recognizable bullion coins you can purchase.

This coin was issued by the Royal Canadian Mint between 1988 and 2002 in in 1/20 oz, 1/15 oz (in 1994 only), 1/10 oz, 1/4 oz, 1/2 oz, and 1 oz denominations. It was reintroduced in 2009 only in its 1 oz form.

All of the coins were marked as containing .9995 pure platinum. The coins are legal tender in Canada, though the face value of these coins, as is so often the case with bullion coins, do not reflect the true value. Platinum Maple Leafs come in tubes from the Royal Canadian Mint.

The platinum Maple Leaf carries the same obverse and reverse designs as the Canadian Gold and Silver Maple Leaf coins.

The obverse, which features a bust of Queen Elizabeth II, changed designs in 1990 to feature an older portrait of the Queen. In both versions, her name appears at the top with the denomination of the coin and the date of issue beneath the bust.

Specifications

• Denomination: $50
  
• Diameter: 30 mm
  
• Thickness: 2.62 mm
  
• Composition: .9995 Platinum
  
• Gross Weight: 1 troy oz (31.103 grams)
• Actual Platinum Weight: 1 troy oz (31.103 grams)