Gold Bullion Coins

Looking to invest in gold bullion? Gold bullion coins offer investors various options and prices to consider when looking to diversify their portfolios. Prized for their high gold content and purity, gold bullion coins often contain .999 or .9999 fine gold and are considered legal tender and backed by their respective governments. Just as with silver or platinum bullion products, gold bullion coins provide a way for investors to physically own their investment. Shop our collection of gold bullion coins above and discover a convenient way to add physical gold to your portfolio.

Gold Coins vs. Gold Rounds

Though both gold coins and gold rounds contain highly pure, investment-grade gold bullion and can appear similar in shape and size, there are some key distinctions between the two:

• Gold Bullion Coins: Gold coins are considered legal-tender coins issued by sovereign mints, each with a government-guaranteed face value, which is often symbolic since the amount of gold in these coins is typically worth more than its face value. For example, a $50 1 oz Canadian Gold Maple Leaf carries a face value of $50 CAD, but its highly pure gold content is typically valued far higher than this face value. To be considered gold bullion, gold coins must have a minimum purity of .909 but often reach .999 or .9999 fine gold as is the case with Canadian Gold Maple Leafs. Lastly, gold coins sometimes carry higher premiums than gold rounds due to their minting process, among other factors.

• Gold Bullion Rounds: Gold rounds are round, medallion-like pieces made by private mints or refineries rather than government mints. As such, they have no legal tender face value but are still produced with high-purity gold (typically .999 fine or higher). Gold rounds can feature creative or commemorative designs, much like gold coins, but they tend to carry lower premiums per ounce since they have no government backing and don’t require intensive minting processes. The benefit of buying gold rounds over gold coins is that you can typically get more gold for your money due to these lower premiums. Many investors and stackers appreciate gold rounds for their affordability and designs, all while still attaining the intrinsic value of pure gold. 

Both gold bullion coins and rounds are considered investment-grade bullion, meaning they meet high purity and quality standards as an investment asset. With gold bullion coins, you have many size and weight options. Since gold tends to cost more than silver, investing in fractional gold coins like 1/10 oz, 1/4 oz, or 1/2 oz can be a great entry point for those buying gold for the first time. 

Why Buy Gold Bullion Coins

Gold’s enduring appeal comes from a unique set of attributes that have made it one of the world’s most sought-after assets. Here are just a few principal reasons why many investors choose to buy gold bullion coins:

Historical Value of Gold as a Precious Metal

For thousands of years, gold has played a critical role in economies and monetary systems across many countries. From ancient gold coins used in commerce and trade to the more recent Gold Standard era of the 19th and 20th centuries, gold has long been viewed as a premium store of value and wealth preservation. Throughout history, when paper currencies have faltered or inflation has eroded purchasing power, people have turned to gold as a safe-haven asset. 

Intrinsic Value & Industrial Demand

Gold’s value is not only rooted in historical performance or investor interest; it also has significant intrinsic value due to its practical uses and demand in various industries. In fact, roughly half of the annual global demand for gold comes from the jewelry industry, thanks to its luster, malleability, and resistance to tarnish. Beyond fashion, gold is also vital to other practical industries such as electronics, aerospace, and the medical field. This intrinsic worth and industrial demand help provide some stability in gold’s performance across the global market, frequently making it easy to liquidate any day of the year. 

Physical Ownership

Like other precious metals and bullion products, buying bullion gold coins offers investors the opportunity to maintain physical ownership over their investment instead of stocks or digital assets. By owning gold, you can store your gold coins privately at home, in a safe deposit box, or in another secure location of your choice. Many investors find peace of mind in this level of autonomy and control, as physical gold isn’t subject to digital hacking or the bankruptcy of an institution. It’s worth noting that certain types of physical gold coins can also be included in certain retirement accounts (like a self-directed IRA) for those interested in diversifying their retirement plan. However, IRS rules require that any IRA-held precious metals be stored by an approved custodian, meaning you cannot keep the gold at home while invested in an IRA. 

Buying Gold Bullion Coins from GOVMINT

Buying gold coins is an investment, so you want to be sure you’re buying from a reputable and trusted dealer. GOVMINT has spent the past 40 years establishing itself as one of the premier and most trusted dealers in the precious metals industry. Our long-standing history of excellent customer service, mint partnerships, and reliable bullion transactions speak to the trust we’ve worked tirelessly to build with our customers. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or an experienced investor, you can rest assured that each gold bullion coin you purchase is guaranteed for its gold content and quality. 

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