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| Please Note: Grading United States Mint Gold Coins is a subjective matter that takes
years of experience to do correctly. In most cases raw or un-graded coins are
usually over graded by the individual owner. Try to be realistic and understand
that grading is only a means to quantify or
evaluate the worth of a coin. The grading company used to grade a coin is very important
and there are only two that have the highest reputation in the numismatic
industry, NGC and PCGS. See:
Rating
Coin Grading Services. Also note that coins within a specific grade can
be a plus or minus of that grade also increasing or decreasing value.
There can also be mirrored fields which can increase the value
significantly as in Proof-Like (PL) and Deep Mirror Proof Like (DMPL).
Mintage and popularity can also factor into consideration when accessing
the overall worth of a coin. Please remember that there are at least
three values of a coin; the Price the owner thinks his coin is worth, the Value a Coin Price Guide Book or a Pricing Guide lists it at and then most importantly, the Actual Price that you can sell it for to a dealer, buyer, or at an auction. |
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You can also compare your coin through the online
auction links to
compare prices and condition from images. Click Each Price to Compare Current Online Auction Values in the Left
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The United States Mint originally issued the first gold coins in 1795.
The U.S. Dollar Value was set at 24 ¾ grains of gold, based on the
price of gold at $19.39 per troy ounce (480 grains). As the
Western Frontier expanded, United States gold coins were struck at 7
different mints from Philadelphia to San Francisco. Sizes ranged
from a $1.00 gold piece up to the Fifty Dollar denomination. Back then, money
was literally “worth it’s weight in gold” no more, no less. American Eagle Gold Bullion Coins Authorized by the Bullion Coin Act of 1985, American Eagle Gold Bullion Coins quickly became one of the world'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 exacting standards, the obverse (front) design is inspired by what's often considered one of America's most beautiful coins: Augustus Saint Gaudens' celebrated $20 gold piece, minted from 1907-1933. The reverse features a nest of American Eagles, symbolizing family tradition and unity. Government Guarantee 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 Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs). Investing in Gold Ever since its discovery 5,000 years ago, gold has been
treasured for its unmatched luster, beauty and intrinsic value.
Today, gold continues to enjoy widespread appeal as an investment
and storehouse of value. Gold is an internationally recognized
monetary and financial asset held in reserve by major governments.
It is so rare that all the gold ever mined could fit into a cube
measuring just 20 yards on each side. Most importantly, gold can
play a role in diversifying an investment portfolio, since it can
move independently of stocks and bonds. What's more, gold is a
tangible asset - one whose beauty and artistry you can literally
hold in your hands. When purchased in the form of legal tender
bullion coins, gold can be affordable, as well as easy to buy and
store. Americans purchase more American Eagle Gold Bullion Coins
than any other gold coin. Produced by the United States Mint,
Department of the Treasury, these coins are available in four
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FYI: Rare coins have historically protected or preserved wealth as strong inflation fighters, particularly in countries whose paper currency has been severely weakened. Any time our paper money is threatened, rare coins can protect wealth much like an investment in gold bullion. The beauty of rare coins can be enjoyed much like any other work of art. They are also a very private form of investment not subject to government scrutiny common to other types of investments held in banks and by brokerage houses. Rare coins are easy to store and are virtually indestructible. They are also insurable. Rare coins represent truly portable wealth which can be moved from place to place very quickly and easily. If you intend to buy rare or bullion coins for investment, your best protection is to spend time learning about the coins you are being asked to buy. In the past, most investment gains have gone to collectors, often known as numismatists, who have taken the time to carefully study various aspects of coins, including rarity, grading, market availability, and price trends. Investment success over the years is the result of prudently acquiring coins of selected quality, proven rarity, and established numismatic desirability. Many careful buyers study coins for some time before buying even a single coin. Success also can be enhanced by researching dealers, as well as coins.
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