Individuals who are looking to invest in gold sometimes have difficulty choosing what type of bullion to purchase. The two main forms of investment gold are bars and coins. Overall, neither form has a substantial advantage over the other, and your choice will largely be determined by how much gold you can afford to purchase at any given time. Coins are smaller and therefore can be purchased in finer increments than gold bars.
Some coins like the $20 Saint, however, are worth more than their precious metal content. These are mainly older collectible coins minted before 1986. The older and more rare the coin, the greater its value will be. Bars and modern bullion coins such as the Krugerrand, which are pressed or minted in nearly unlimited numbers, are only as valuable as the gold they contain.
If you would like to invest in precious metals, whether in bar or coin form, California Numismatic Investments can help you find the right bullion that fits your budget and your investment needs. Call us today at (800) 225-7531 to learn more.