What are investment coins?

There are many ways to invest in gold and silver. Investment coins are one of the popular assets for investing in precious metals. The coins have an attractive design, so can also be a luxury gift.  

Investment coins are coins containing precious metal. The value of investment coins is estimated by the weight of the precious metal.

Different types of investment coins

Gold coins are one of the oldest and most popular types of investments. Gold coins are produced by mints around the world. They vary in size, weight and breakdown. Most gold coins are made of 24-karat yellow metal.

Silver coins are the second most popular type of investment coin. They are minted from precious metal at least 900th sample.

There are also platinum coins. They are released less often, so they have high value. They are produced in several countries, including the United States, Canada and China. The United States Mint issues two series of platinum coins: "American Eagle" and "American Buffalo." The Royal Canadian Mint issues "Maple Leaf." Platinum coins are also minted by the Perth Mint in Australia and the South African Mint.

Advantages of investment coins

Investment coins are a physical asset. They are portable, of enduring value and low maintenance. It's a great way to diversify your investment portfolio. You can even buy a kilogram coin made of gold or silver.

How to buy investment coins?

Investment coins can be purchased from offline and online dealers, on auction sites. It is necessary to take into account the reputation of the dealer, methods of payment, terms of redemption, as well as choose a coin that is easy to sell.