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Gold is one of the most popular substances in the world, and rare gold coins are highly sought out by collectors, not just for the precious gold content, but because of the rarity of the coins and the designs themselves. How do you know if a gold coin is actually rare, or just old? First of all, if you’re shopping in online auctions, which is actually a good place to find coins, decide that you won’t get too excited by every auction that claims its coins are rare.

“Rare” is actually a flash-word in online auctions, designed to get people to view the auction. If you browse the site a while, you’ll find items listed as “rare” and “hard-to-find” that you can probably purchase anywhere with very little effort. This practice has made the word rare almost meaningless on eBay and other online sites. So to find truly rare gold coins, you’ll need to do a little research on the coin that’s offered in the auction, as well as into the seller’s past auctions.

Have a look at the seller’s feedback. Does every auction represented there shout “Rare!” from the rooftops? Also, you can search on the specific coin that’s offered to see which others sellers offer it and what they have to say about it. Then you’ll want to research the coin online to find whether its truly rare, or the use of the word was just an advertising tactic. Truly rare gold coins won’t be found in hundreds or sometimes even dozens of auctions at one time, because of their rarity.

Even reputable online shops that deal in gold coins will exaggerate the use of the word “rare.” If you search on “rare gold coins,” for instance, you’ll come up with hundreds of dealers that don’t really happen to have any rare gold coins for sale, but newly released ones. They’ve simply used “rare” as keyword to rank higher in the search engines when someone’s looking for a rare coin, in the hopes of attracting that customer’s business with their new coin selection.

Your own interest in rare gold coins and a little time spent searching can help you find the right coins. You’ll also get a good idea of the price you should pay for one, judging by the median amount charged by many different dealers. Also do a search on eBay for closed auctions that featured that item, and you’ll see about how much you might end up paying if you should purchase from an auction.

Some of the most rare gold coins from the United States were minted before 1933. Liberty gold coins minted throughout the 19th century, and the Saint-Gaudens gold coins and Indian gold coins minted from the early 1900s to 1933, are some of the best rare coins available today. They’re prized, not just for their gold content and their rarity, but their beautiful designs, with the Saint-Gaudens considered one of the most beautiful American coins minted to date.

Originally posted 2008-11-14 05:34:49. Republished by Blog Post Promoter

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Before you decide to purchase gold coins, there are a few things that you need to know to avoid being taken advantage of. While most dealers are honest, it is vital to take these steps to ensure you are dealing with authentic gold coins. At the current price per ounce, it only makes sense to make sure you are getting real gold, and that you can trust the person you are buying from. Here are a few things to keep in mind before you decide to buy.

1. The Overall Price

This is a big factor when purchasing gold coins. If the price is too low, you should be immediately suspicious. Remember, if it’s too good to be true, it probably is. Likewise, if the price seems too high, you should research the current price per ounce to make sure that you are not paying over the market value. Speculation is rampant in the coin industry, especially when you are dealing with gold. Always make sure that you are getting a fair price before putting down your hard earned money.

2. Certification

Is the dealer willing to provide you with a certificate to prove that the gold coins are actually real? This is a very important step in authenticating your coins. After you purchase them, there is not much you can do if it turns out that they are fake. An honest seller will provide you with more than enough proof to put your mind at ease. Remember, always authenticate gold coins before you buy them. Otherwise, you will have learned a very expensive lesson.

3. Shipping

It is vital to make sure that your gold coins will be shipped securely. Find out how the seller plans to pack and ship your coins before making a purchase. The package should be completely secure and should be insured for the value of the coins. Most sellers prefer to use services such as UPS, FedEx and other carriers that are not the US Postal Service. This is due to the ability to track a package, add insurance and to ensure that the package reaches you safely. If you see a seller shipping gold coins any other way, be on guard.

4. Feedback from other buyer

This is perhaps your best judge as to whether or not you are dealing with a good seller. If they have verifiable feedback from happy customers, then you should be able to make your purchase safely. Do a little due diligence on their feedback to make sure that they were made by real people. You cannot be too careful when purchasing gold coins, especially online. If the seller will not allow you to check up on their feedback, you may want to find someone else.

Purchasing gold coins is a great investment, but only if you take the necessary steps to protect yourself. Always do your homework and learn all that you can about a seller before you decide to purchase your new gold coins.

Originally posted 2008-08-26 05:00:58. Republished by Blog Post Promoter

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Gold Eagle coins are American currency, first released in 1986, that contains the stated amount of actual gold weight claimed in troy ounces, with a silver and copper alloy added to make the coins less soft and more wear resistant. The coins are an official US gold bullion coin, authorized by the Gold Bullion Coin Act of 1986.

The first Gold Eagle coins minted from 1986 to 1991 are dated with Roman numerals. Gold Eagle coins from 1992 onward switched to Arabic numbering. These coins are worth far more than their face value, because of their gold content. In the beginning of 2008, a $5 American Golden Eagle was actually worth about $110, with this amount varying daily, of course, based on the price of gold. The US Mint makes a proof suitable for collectors, most which carry the mint mark of “W” (which stands for the West Point mint in New York) beneath the date.

The design on Gold Eagle coins is often referred to as one of the most beautiful to grace an American coin. It features Lady Liberty holding a torch and an olive branch, her hair flowing, with the Capitol building in the background. The reverse of the coin boats an eagle above his nest of hatchlings, with the mother eagle watching over her brood. The male eagle carries an olive branch, long known as the symbol for peace. The coins come in four sizes: one-ounce, half-ounce, quarter-ounce and one-tenth ounce. The American Golden Eagle has become the most widely traded gold bullion coin in the world.

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True Gold Eagle coins, though, are an actual investment whose gold content and purity are actually guaranteed by the US Government. American Eagles are actually even valid deposits for Individual Retirement Accounts, otherwise known as IRAs. Every major government holds gold in reserve because it’s a tangible asset. What you hold in your hand is what’s valuable, unlike paper money and coins, whose value is representative of assets like gold that are held in the treasury.

Gold Eagle coins are an easy and affordable way to invest in gold. Where big investors might trade for gold in thousands of dollars or more at a time, the average investor or beginning investor can choose to purchase American Eagle coins instead. The value may vary daily with the price of gold, but the rarity of real gold virtually ensures that the value won’t drop dramatically as other investments can.

Originally posted 2008-10-16 05:00:50. Republished by Blog Post Promoter

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There are many different ways that you can create a gold coin collection depending on what your interests are. There are all kinds of different gold coins that are available all over the world, including American Eagle golf coins, South African Krugerrands, UK Sovereigns and Australian golf coins, Canadian Maple Leaf coins and even Chinese Panda golf coins. When you start out your very own gold coin collection, the best coins to buy are the more common and more cost effective gold coins such as the Golf Sovereigns from Australia or the UK or the American Eagles for example. Keep in mind that there is never a fixed weight or a fixed size for gold coins, but rather they are measured based on their value and their weight, and these characteristics are going to vary depending on the size of the coin.

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