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The following gold coins are representative of the coins BEI buys and sells. They are primarily what is known as "bullion coins". Bullion gold coins are valuable primarily for the gold in them and not because of their rarity, uniqueness, type or any other consideration.
That said, there are differences other than the amount of gold content that affect value. For example, the one ounce South African Krugerrand normally trades for slightly less than most other one ounce bullion gold coins. The reason? Probably because of the one-time perception that South Africa practiced apartheid policies. Should this difference in value affect your buy decision? That is up to you. In general however, although you can buy the gold Krugerrand for about 3% less than the gold American Eagle, you don't get as much when you sell it.
The key in buying bullion gold coin is to be sure you are buying a widely traded issue that is recognized by dealers as easily marketable. In general, all the gold coins we buy and sell fit this category.
Occasionally, you may find that we cannot get a particular coin shown below. That is usually because of very tight supplies. If you want a particular coin and we cannot obtain it, you can buy another similar coin and then ask us to substitute the coin you want when it is available. We will charge only a small service fee to cover shipping and handling for this service. Of course, though we preserve the market price at which you purchased, any difference in coin price due to differences between the coin you first acquired and the one you exchange it for will be charged or refunded.
As always, call us toll free with any questions or comments!
Gold American Eagle
Fineness:
0.916
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First introduced in 1986, American Gold Eagles and the other Eagle coins are the only bullion coins whose weight, content, and purity are backed by the United States Government. The most widely traded coins in the world are available in four sizes.
| Size |
Diameter |
Thickness |
|
1.00
Troy ounce
|
32.7
mm |
2.87
mm |
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0.50
Troy ounce
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27.0
mm |
2.15
mm |
|
0.25
Troy ounce
|
22.0
mm |
1.78
mm |
|
0.10
Troy ounce
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16.5
mm |
1.26
mm |
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Gold Australian Dragon
Fineness:
0.9999
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Part of the Australian Lunar series, the dragon combines the most auspicious dragon symbol with the Year 2000. It is the fifth issue of the gold series, which commenced in 1996. Of all the Chinese symbols, the dragon is regarded as the most important, commanding heavenly dignity and is often depicted among the clouds.
| Size |
Diameter |
Thickness |
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1.00
Troy ounce
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32.1
mm |
2.80
mm |
|
0.25
Troy ounce
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20.1
mm |
2.00
mm |
|
0.10
Troy ounce
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16.1
mm |
1.50
mm |
|
0.05
Troy ounce
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14.1
mm |
1.40
mm |
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Gold Australian Kangaroo
Fineness:
0.9999
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Minted by the Perth Mint, the Kangaroo, along with the other Australian coins, are the only legal tender coins to be redesigned and re-minted annually.
| Size |
Diameter |
Thickness |
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1.0000
Kilo
|
75.3
mm |
13.90
mm |
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2.00
Troy ounce
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40.6
mm |
4.00
mm |
|
10.00
Troy ounce
|
60.3
mm |
7.90
mm |
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1.00
Troy ounce
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32.1
mm |
2.80
mm |
|
0.50
Troy ounce
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25.1
mm |
2.40
mm |
|
0.25
Troy ounce
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20.1
mm |
2.00
mm |
|
0.10
Troy ounce
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16.1
mm |
1.50
mm |
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0.05
Troy ounce
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14.1
mm |
1.40
mm |
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Gold Australian Snake
Fineness:
0.9999
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Part of the Australian lunar series, the snake commemorates 2001. For the Chinese people, the snake symbolizes happiness, intelligence and auspiciousness, and is affectionately referred to as the "small dragon".
| Size |
Diameter |
Thickness |
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1.0000
Kilo
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75.3
mm |
13.90
mm |
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2.00
Troy ounce
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40.6
mm |
4.00
mm |
|
10.00
Troy ounce
|
60.3
mm |
7.90
mm |
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1.00
Troy ounce
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32.1
mm |
2.80
mm |
|
0.50
Troy ounce
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20.1
mm |
2.00
mm |
|
0.10
Troy ounce
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16.1
mm |
1.50
mm |
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0.05
Troy ounce
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14.1
mm |
1.40
mm |
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Gold Austrian Corona
Fineness:
0.9
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The bust of Franz Joseph I (1848-1916) is engraved on the obverse of this historic coin currently in restrike by the Austrian government. The Austrian Coat of Arms (a double eagle with crown) appears on the reverse with the date, 1915. Above the date appear the words "100 COR." Above the words are the eagle tail feathers.
| Size |
Diameter |
Thickness |
|
0.9802
Troy ounce
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37.1
mm |
2.29
mm |
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Gold Austrian Philharmonic
Fineness:
0.9999
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The Philharmonic, named after the Wiener Philharmoniker–better known as the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra–is an elegant coin. The coin is adorned with an array of musical instruments on the reverse and the organ from Vienna’s Golden Hall on the obverse
| Size |
Diameter |
Thickness |
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1.00
Troy ounce
|
37.0
mm |
2.00
mm |
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0.50
Troy ounce
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28.0
mm |
1.60
mm |
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0.25
Troy ounce
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22.0
mm |
1.20
mm |
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0.10
Troy ounce
|
16.0
mm |
1.20
mm |
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Gold British Sovereign
Fineness:
0.9167
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There are eight variations of this coin which are valued as bullion coins. The reverse of this coin is the same for all eight versions and consists of Saint George, mounted on a horse, slaying a dragon. The date is at the base of the coin and the mintmark is just below the right rear hoof of the horse.
| Size |
Diameter |
Thickness |
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0.2354
Troy ounce
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22.1
mm |
1.52
mm |
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Gold Canadian Maple Leaf
Fineness:
0.9999
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First produced by the Royal Canadian Mint in 1979, Gold Maple Leafs are fully guaranteed by the Canadian government. Coins are available in a range of sizes
| Size |
Diameter |
Thickness |
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1.00
Troy ounce
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30.0
mm |
2.87
mm |
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0.50
Troy ounce
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25.0
mm |
2.23
mm |
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0.25
Troy ounce
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20.0
mm |
1.78
mm |
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0.10
Troy ounce
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16.0
mm |
1.13
mm |
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0.05
Troy ounce
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14.1
mm |
0.92
mm |
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Gold Chinese Lucky Coin
Fineness:
0.999
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On the obverse of this delightful coin is featured one of the hand-carved columns of historic Beijing. The reverse features a smiling boy holding a fish, symbolizing a life of abundance, happiness, and prosperity.
| Size |
Diameter |
Thickness |
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0.05
Troy ounce
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14.0
mm |
mm |
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Gold Chinese Panda
Fineness:
0.999
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First introduced in 1982, China Gold Panda Coins have achieved international appeal. A new panda image is minted each year.
| Size |
Diameter |
Thickness |
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1.0000
Kilo
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mm |
mm |
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1.00
Troy ounce
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32.1
mm |
2.70
mm |
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0.50
Troy ounce
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27.0
mm |
1.85
mm |
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0.25
Troy ounce
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22.0
mm |
1.53
mm |
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0.10
Troy ounce
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18.0
mm |
1.05
mm |
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0.05
Troy ounce
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13.9
mm |
0.83
mm |
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Gold French Rooster
Fineness:
0.9
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A handsome coin minted during the historic pre-WWI years. The reverse bears the motto of the French Revolution, "Liberte Egalite Fraternite" (Liberty, Equality, Brotherhood), the date, and a Majestic French Coq Dor (Golden Rooster)
| Size |
Diameter |
Thickness |
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0.1867
Troy ounce
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21.0
mm |
1.40
mm |
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Gold Mexican Peso
Fineness:
0.9
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Some of the most beautiful coins in the world are the Gold Peso Coins from Mexico. The most striking is the majestic Mexican 50 Peso coin, commonly called the Mex 50, pictured here. These coins are unusual in that the gold content is not the standard 1 ounce, one-half ounce, one-quarter ounce, etc. Rather each coin contains more pure gold than corresponding coins of other nations. (See specifications above.)
| Size |
Diameter |
Thickness |
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1.2057
Troy ounce
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37.1
mm |
2.69
mm |
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0.4823
Troy ounce
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27.5
mm |
2.03
mm |
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0.2411
Troy ounce
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22.5
mm |
1.40
mm |
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0.1205
Troy ounce
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19.0
mm |
1.14
mm |
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0.0602
Troy ounce
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15.5
mm |
0.86
mm |
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Gold South African Krugerrand
Fineness:
0.916
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First minted in 1967, there are over 46 million Krugerrands in circulation today. On the obverse the coin features Paul Kruger, the last president of the Republic of South Africa, and the reverse features a springbok, the symbol of South Afric
| Size |
Diameter |
Thickness |
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1.00
Troy ounce
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32.6
mm |
2.75
mm |
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0.50
Troy ounce
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27.0
mm |
2.24
mm |
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0.25
Troy ounce
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22.0
mm |
1.83
mm |
|
0.10
Troy ounce
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16.5
mm |
1.19
mm |
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Donald Duck
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