Federal law requires the bullion American Eagle gold coin to be minted in quantity to meet demand. Many people feel vulnerable to the volatility of paper assets, so they have flocked to bullion Eagles and other gold coin investments. This has created a shortage of gold blanks at the US Mint, so to satisfy the demand for the bullion has forced the US Mint to halt the gold Proof program.

As the only collectible and hence non-confiscatable gold coin allowed for IRA purchase, the Proof gold Eagles have far outperformed other 22 and 24 karat gold IRA investments. Last year the Proof golden Eagles showed a 26% gain between August and December, and the rising number of professionals rolling their IRAs and 401Ks could mean Mount Everest-level prices down the road if our economy takes a few years to get back on track.

If you would like information on selling or buying the American Eagle gold coin in bullion or Proof form, or if you have other questions regarding gold investing outside or from within an IRA, email or call one of our gold coin advisors today.

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Reputation in the gold market, just as in life, is of the utmost importance. Organizations like the Better Business Bureau use a rating system of A+ to F to help consumers decide which companies are trustworthy. It’s always a good idea to scroll down the page to see the “Complaint History” as well; multiple complaints in various categories could raise red flags.

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No matter where you live, we will ship your metals directly from our Dallas depository to your door, insured and confidential. While some gold coin dealers in Texas are only able to keep a limited amount of metals in stock, our extensive inventory will surely be able to satisfy your portfolio’s needs. If you know what type of gold coins you want, if you have some coins to sell, or if you are new to gold coins and just have some questions, email GoldCoin.net or call us toll-free today.

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Ian E. Bennett, President and CEO of the Royal Canadian Mint, which is the exclusive Canadian retailer of these silver and gold coins, expressed the Mint’s appreciation for the passion of Canadian soccer fans for the FIFA World Cup. He said that The Mint is “pleased to offer them the South African Mint’s beautiful gold and silver coins as worthy tributes to the world’s best players of the beautiful game.”

The South African silver and gold coins feature the FIFA World Cup official trophy and are also adorned with native South African symbols. They also carry the provincial coat-of-arms from different host stadiums as well as the South African coat-of-arms.

Collectors eagerly await the first set of 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa coins comprising a two-Rand, quarter-ounce pure gold coin first issued in 2006. The design on these coins represents the Western Cape with the bontebok, grapes and the Protea flower, while the eland, Cape Aloe and the sun’s rays represent the Eastern Cape. Only 10,000 coins will be available at a retail price of $595.95 CAD. Collectors must hurry if they want to own a piece of the magical 2010 FIFA World Cup gold coin.

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Other popular gold coins from around the world are becoming increasingly scarce. The New York Times noted in a story last week that “the United States Mint is running short of gold coins,” as sales of American Gold Eagles tripled from April to May. Goldcore, the trading firm out of Dublin, Ireland, says that British gold sovereigns are also getting increasingly difficult to come by. Most gold coins are selling at about a 4.5 percent premium above the price of gold, including the Canadian Maple Leaf, the American Gold Eagle and the Austrian Philharmonic.

Nonetheless, Krugerrands dominate the world trade in gold coins. The coin, introduced in 1967, was the first gold coin in the world denominated by ounce instead of face value. Its value, therefore, is tied directly to the price of gold. Rand Refinery, the only smelter for the Krugerrand, estimates that there are 48 million ounces of gold held in the coin, more than in all other gold coins combined.

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What sets this particular gold coin apart from any other in the world is that it is made of the purest gold, which is 999.99/1000 gold, according to the Dorotheum in Vienna. Naturally, this gold coin’s $1 million face value is considered to be on the low side, and the auction itself will be determined by the current day’s going rate for gold. The gold, if melted, would easily be worth over 3.9 million dollars.

The coin, scheduled to be auctioned off on June 25, is currently on loan to the 'Munzkabinett' of the Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna. The owner of the coin, Austrian investment company AvW, went bankrupt in May. This museum is reputed to have one of the world’s largest coin collections. Dorotheum, the auction house from where the Canadian Maple Leaf will be auctioned, is the foremost auction house in Central Europe, and has been holding prestigious coin auctions over the last two centuries. The rare Canadian gold coin will be auctioned off at a diamond auction, as the gold collectors world watches and wonders — who will buy this one-of-a-kind coin?

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June 9, 2010 - Coin auctions in 2010 continue to show the strength of gold in the collectors market. An auction on May 30 in Los Angeles sold more than $2.5 million in coins, many of them rare and stunning gold pieces. Paul Song, the Director of Rare Coins and Bank Notes at Bonhams & Butterfields, noted that the success of the auction “attest[s] to the freshness of the material and strength in the U.S. market.” The signature piece of the Bonhams & Butterfields event was a highly coveted, spectacular example of one of an estimated 20 extant $10 1795 nine-leaf gold coins. According to the June 9 edition of artdaily.org, the $10 piece was estimated to sell for $70,000-80,000. Instead, it sold for $177,000, illustrating the fact that the gold coin market can still outperform for the right pieces.

At an auction in April 2010, Heritage Auction Galleries sold a 1921 gold coin — a Saint Gaudens Double Eagle — for $218,500. Another recent auction at Long Beach saw robust sales of gold coins. Even though some of the most famous collections did not grace the California event, prices stayed at an all-time high because of the heavy demand. World economic conditions seem to be steering investors towards more reliable assets.

Later this year, Heritage, the world’s largest collectibles auctioneer, will sell a large collection of regulated gold coins. American regulated gold is gold coinage from the early years of the republic. This gold was weighed and often stamped or plugged to adjust the weight to the coin’s true value. The venue for this sale is the Official World Coin Auction of the Boston American Numismatic Association World’s Fair of Money from August 8 to 16. This auction is expected to feature several items from the Edward Roehrs Collection of U.S. Regulated Gold.

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June 4, 2010 - The value of the gold coin is holding steady on continuing fears of further trouble in Europe and bad employment data here in the United States. New concerns over the spread of the European sovereign debt crisis have been fueled by news from Hungary and evidence the crisis is affecting Eastern Europe.

A spokesman for Hungary’s Prime Minister Viktor Orban stated, “It’s clear that the economy is in a very grave situation.” He went on to say, “I don’t think it’s an exaggeration at all” to speak of a Hungarian default on their debt. The forint, Hungary’s currency, slumped 2.8% on the news only to rally somewhat and close down 1.8% yesterday.

The Perth Mint in Western Australia reported the Greek sovereign debt crisis has caused a surge in bullion purchasing. Ron Currie, sales and marketing director for the Perth Mint, producer of 6% of the world’s bullion, stated European buyers were responsible for 69% of the gold coin purchases last month alone. This figure is up from 51% the previous year.

“The market knows the Europe debt crisis isn’t going away anytime soon, so gold’s safe-haven status is going to keep prices supported,” said Wu Zheng from China based Soochow Futures Co. Many analysts believe if the situation in Europe deteriorates gold coin and bullion prices will rally significantly.

Mid-day today, spot gold prices are hovering near the psychologically significant 1,200 level after a week of mild profit-taking. Technically, gold remains in a solid upward trend with previous support encountered in the 1160-80 range. Moderate resistance was experienced last week at 1230.

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Charles Nedoss of Olympus Futures in Chicago said gold’s “trend is still intact.”

The announcement of the EU-IMF bailout fund was enthusiastically received by investors. But the enthusiasm quickly dissipated however, causing stocks and the euro to drop in value.

Sentiments about the bailout package remain fragile and doubts persist on its effectiveness. There are growing fears that the euro might be at great risk as a reserve currency. The bailout package has since failed to reassure sliding markets, with Europe’s growth prospects further stymied by belt tightening measures announced by Spain, Portugal, Italy and France.

Market Watch reported that Bank of America-Merrill Lynch had advised clients that uncertainties over the fiscal situation and future of the euro-zone are likely to continue to affect investors’ willingness to maintain the current share of euro-denominated assets in their portfolio.”

The report added that “gold may be an asset benefiting from this trend. Hence, we reinforce our medium-term gold target of $1,500 (an ounce).”

Gold, according to Phil Streible of Lind-Waldock, is not vulnerable to currency-to-currency moves. It is “not like a piece of paper driven by shaky politicians and unstable governments. I feel a lot more comfortable having gold than the euro currency right now.”

Gold had its finest hour May 11 & 12, it staged a two-day surge Tuesday and Wednesday. The yellow metal reached on Wednesday the $1243.10 level to eclipse the previous all-time high of $1226.40 posted on December 3, 2006 by $16.70 (1.36%).

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Taking the lead was the 2010 Boy Scouts of America Centennial Silver Dollar with sales of 266,517,just 13 days after its release on March 23. During its formal launching on March 27, four days after its release, it was reported that 200,000 coins were already sold. The Boy Scouts Coin has only 83,483 to go to reach the 350,000 mintage limit. The Coin could run out anytime soon.

The 2010 American Disabled for Life Silver Dollar has been available since February 25, about a month ahead of the Boys Scouts Coin. As of April 4, 188,062 coins had been sold. Sharing the figures are the Disabled for Life proofs with 130,996 (69.66%) and uncirculated 57,066 (30.34%). The American Disabled for Life has 161,938 to go to reach the 350,000 mintage limit.

The 2010 America the Beautiful series is scheduled for release on April 17, a little over a week from now. It will consist of 56 coins spread over 11 years. Each yearly release will feature five coins. The coin’s obverse side will feature the restored historic portrait of George Washington which was originally featured on the quarter coin of 1932.

The first five coins will feature the Hot Springs National Park in Arkansas, the Yellowstone Park in Wyoming, the Yosemite National Park in California, the Grand Canyon National Park in Arizona and the Mount Hood National Forest in Oregon.

The quarter silver proof set will be released on May 27.

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For the first time America the Beautiful Quarters series will be launched. Features will be National Parks and National sites located in each of the 50 states, territories and the District of Columbia. The first coin to be released (April 19) will feature the Hot Springs National Park in Arkansas.

A commemorative coin honoring American Veterans Disabled for Life will also be issued for the first time. The coin will be in silver dollar denomination. A maximum limit of only 350,000 coins is planned for the year.

Another commemorative coin, already released, marks the Centennial of the Boy Scouts of America. Like the American Veterans Disabled for Life coin, it is in silver dollar denomination and limited to a maximum of only 350,000 for the first year.

The Presidential Dollar series, now on its fourth year, will feature Abraham Lincoln and the First Spouse Gold coin series, now also on its fourth year, will feature Mary Todd Lincoln on 2010 gold coins. Scheduled for final issuance is the “Liberty subset” of the First Spouse Gold Coin Series featuring the Liberty Head $2.50 Quarter Eagle obverse design from Christian Gobrecht,

The Union Shield will be the new feature of the reverse design of the Lincoln Cent. It will permanently replace the previous Lincoln Memorial design following the four different reverse designs issued for the Lincoln Bicentennial in 2009. The Union Shield reverse will be paired with a restored version of Victor D. Brenner’s original obverse design. 

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Leading the Gold Coin charge is the 2009 Gold Proof Buffalo coins increasing by 598 compared to the previous 384 and are nearing 50,000 in sales. In fact, as of Sunday their total was at 48,994 which could mean the 50K ceiling has already been topped. The proof Buffalo was released late last year on October 29, 2009

First Spouse Gold coins relaxed as a group, with a combined weekly increase of 127 versus the prior 193. We can expect the Anna Harrison options to disappear rather quickly, as collectors to their attention to the release of the Abigail Fillmore First Spouse Gold Coin.

As the spot price of Gold continues to take a breather we could continue to see some advances in Gold coin sales. The over all sentiment in the Dollar has not greatly improved and folks are looking to add hard currency to their holdings.

If you are considering adding Gold Coins to your collection, whether for investment or collection purposes, contact on of our Gold Coin Specialist who will be more than glad to help you.

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Sovereign debt issues and currency risk remain prevalent, this could keep gold buoyant for the foreseeable future. Due to the challenges facing the UK and European economies, gold and gold coins are being sought the world over as they are increasingly being seen as a safe haven currency. Evidence to this is seen by the recent record highs posted in the euro and sterling.

These sovereign debt issues also face the US and thus the world’s reserve currency, the US dollar. Late last week, S&P warned that the US’ AAA credit rating is not guaranteed and Moody’s is warning of “downward pressure” on the US’s triple A credit rating unless the US can get public finances into better shape.

Although Gold prices have been trading sideways as of late, Gold has still posted a .90 YTD appreciation. Gold is also proudly displaying a 19.11% year – over – year, and a very strong 155.39% 5 year rate of return. With all the uncertainties in fiat currency, Gold Coins is providing more than a hedge they are showing substantial growth.

If you have an interest in acquiring Gold Coins, Contact one of our Gold Coin Experts. They will gladly answer any question including specifications and design details.

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Greece has come to the position of default due to a debt to GNP that is 113 percent; the US is currently at 87 percent and poised to reach 100 percent during the next fiscal budget. In addition, both countries are heavily in debt to other nations; nearly all of Greece’s national debt is held by other countries and private foreign investors, and the US has nearly 50 percent of its $13 trillion held by countries like China and Japan.

According to former Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan, this situation can not go on very long. "Not indefinitely," suggests Greenspan. "History tells us that great powers when they've gotten into very significant fiscal problems have ceased to be great powers."

The current practice of low interest rates and stimulus being implemented by Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke to rouse the economy is creating the potential for inflation. Says analyst Jim Willie CB, “Quantitative Easing is the euphemism for grotesque monetary inflation and organized ruin of currencies.”

This inflation has the potential of creating higher gold coin prices; devaluing of currency during inflation generally causes an increase in gold prices. Chartered Market technician Daniel Bruno is predicting gold prices as high as $1,400 per ounce this year.

"Unless we do things dramatically different, including strengthening our investments, the 21st century will belong to China and India," suggests Norman Augustine, the former CEO of Lockheed Martin. With the potential of rising debts and inflation, gold coin prices are likely to grow as well, as people look for secure investments to protect their wealth.

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"News is mixed" reports Wolfgang Wrzesniok-Rossbach at German refining group Heraeus, citing a potential increase in Chinese currency and uninspiring Chinese jewelry demand. Even with that, senior ANZ analyst Mark Pervan said, "Gold's still trading above the 50-and 100-day moving average, which is encouraging."

“It is, in fact, impossible for gold to become a major investment channel for China’s foreign exchange reserves. I have 1,000 tonnes now, and even if I doubled that holding, according to current prices, that would be about $30 billion [of $2.4 trillion in reserves],” Yi Gang, director of China’s State Administration of Foreign Exchange said. Investors had hoped China would expand its gold coin holdings to offset its paper currency reserves.

Director Yi also made reference to the Chinese Yuan, saying that Peking would keep the exchange rate “basically stable” and leaving the door open for a potential increase. On this news, Scotia Mocatta stated, "Should it come to such an appreciation of the Yuan, gold would initially become cheaper locally [in China, and thus] drive up demand again." It is estimated by Yi that private Chinese citizens hold “much more than 3,000 tonnes of gold,” underscoring the size of the Chinese gold market.

Soft foreign demand in the Chinese market will likely have a dampening effect on gold coin prices; while a revalued Yuan could allow demand to far exceed supply. "China's domestic gold prices are related to global prices, so Chinese consumers will face higher prices and they won't like it," notes Martin Hutchinson at Prudent Bear.

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In addition to this news, word of a 0.6 percent increase in industrial production in Germany furthered a climb by the euro and a drop in gold. As of 2:30 PM EST today, gold was down $10.70 at $1,124.70, the US Dollar Index was up 0.020 to 80.45, and the euro had turned again and was down .04 percent to $1.3626.

The news for gold coin prices could change this week as a number of key US economic reports are due. The US wholesale inventories for January will be released on Wednesday with an estimated 0.2 percent increase; the federal budget will also be released on the same day. Thursday will include the US international trade report for January, which is projected to include a $41 billion loss, and the weekly initial jobless claims report. Friday will feature the February retail sales and the Reuters/University of Michigan sentiment surveys for March.

Much of the effect of these reports on gold coin prices is reflected in investor sentiment, something which is frequently affected by economic news. "Gold is currently profiting from investors increasing their risk appetite," said Peter Fertig, a consultant at Quantitative Commodity Research. As the next wave of economic data is released, gold will be looking to make additional price increases. 

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Private investors are buying gold because of uncertainty in national currencies, thus making gold more important in the monetary system. Says Frank Lesh of FuturPath Trading, “The international currency is gold.”

After enormous growth in 2009, exchange-traded funds are still adding to their holdings. SPDR Gold Shares ETF has grown by 2.2 percent this year after increasing an amazing 45 percent last year. The fund now holds over 1,100 tonnes of gold, meaning only the central banks of the United States, Germany, Italy, and France hold more gold.

Central banks have been creating demand for gold coins as well. India purchased 200 tonnes of gold from the IMF near the end of last year, a move which some suggest led to the record-setting high in December. China has been said to be adding gold as an attempt to diversify its federal reserves against weakening currencies. The China Review News reported on December 30, 2009 that the country had purchased 454.1 tonnes of gold from its domestic market, over 50 percent of the 890 ton total for all central banks last year.

Exchanges have also seen an increase of gold coin contracts. The New York Commodities Exchange had 5,000 futures contracts that expired on February 24th, an amount that would have consumed nearly one-third of the COMEX holdings of gold. Saxo Bank senior manager Ole Hansen says, "The view among many is still that they worry about missing the boat and there has been buying into the break through at $1,131." 

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While the Greek government announced $6.5 billion packages of tax increases, spending cuts and payroll trimming, demonstrators threatened the achievement of the measures with massive protests. Credit analysts Standard & Poor’s and Moody’s have warned of lower credit ratings for the country if the measures are not followed. Success in Greece will likely form a plan for Ireland, Spain and Portugal, fellow EU members that are also struggling with debt concerns.

Gains next week could hinge on the outcome of a meeting between Greek Prime Minister George Papandreou and German Chancellor Angela Merkel. Merkel was involved in forming a European pledge of “determined and coordinated action, if needed” to aid Greece.

“The growing issue of sovereign debt continues to draw investment demand into the market,” James Moore, an analyst for one London-based website. As gold coin prices continue to rise, Moore states, “Encouragingly, we have seen the return of demand through the SPDR ETF.” The world’s largest exchange-trade fund has recently increased its holdings by more than 1 percent.

After consolidating its gains today, many analysts expect gains in gold coin prices for the week ahead as further resolution of the Greek debt situation arrives and demand continues to increase. 

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The US Dollar Index increased to 80.58, up 0.590 today as:

• The Purchasing Manager Index increased to 53.00, exceeding the 50.00 number that indicates economic growth

• The weekly unemployment rate dropped to 469,000, its lowest number in nearly two years

• Non-farm productivity rose to 6.9 percent in the 4th quarter of 2009, giving the year the biggest gain in the statistic since 2002.

The Greek government announced a series of measures designed to further reduce its deficit, including $6.5 billion in pay cuts and tax hikes, a 10-year bond sale to raise $5 billion, and a 30% reduction in holiday payments to civil servants. ECB President Jean-Claude Trichet said that such action was "exactly appropriate taking into account the present situation."

While the dollar reacted favorably, gold coin prices didn’t fare as well, giving back a portion of the week’s gains. "The metal still has to overcome resistance around $1,146 and $1,162 and is still vulnerable to E.U. and euro-related pressure, particularly as the threat of a ratings downgrade for Greece remains," said analysts for one Internet website today. It is likely that gold coin prices will continue to react to changes in both the movement of the dollar and the success of the Greek plan. 

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Gold is expected to close nearly 3% above January’s total, continuing gains that have come as the world economic outlook falters. "A high gold price is a sign of high worldwide inflation fears," notes economist Chris Dillow in today’s Investors Chronicle. Bradley George and Daniel Sacks at the Investec Global Gold fund wrote, "We believe the Fed's reaffirmation that rates are likely to remain low for an extended period should be supportive of gold prices in the long term."

The upcoming news about gold coin prices appears favorable as well. "From a daily close basis, it seems gold is unable to move below 1098," says London market analyst, Scotia Mocatta. "We see resistance at $1,111, and then at the Monday high of $1,131." Commenting on the wholesale gold bullion market, Walter de Wet at Standard Bank in London says, "Physical buying interest has slowed substantially only a few days after the Chinese New Year," suggesting increasing demand in the days and weeks ahead.

The rising gold coin prices seem to be gaining momentum, breaking gold’s two month losing streak and positioning the metal for new potential gains in March. Investors may be wise to consider additional purchases ahead of any substantial price increases. 

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Analysts see the correlation between the current news and gold prices. The “lower gold price is dictated by the weakness in the euro,” said Bayram Dincer, a commodity analyst at LGT Capital Management in Pfaeffikon, Switzerland.” With Bernanke’s announcement about not raising interest rates in the short term and the lack of a Greek plan, many investors are becoming adverse to risk, which currently favors the dollar.

Although the dollar continues to benefit from events in both Europe and the United States; the gains may be temporary. The US Dollar Index is up again today, rising 0.178 to stand at 80.96, but as a direction is taken in Greece and the US economic problems return to the news, gold will have corrected and be ready to rise while the dollar falls.

With the prices dipping, investors should consider increasing their holdings of gold coins and other forms of gold. “Investor money looking for safe assets should be the factor,” said Tetsuya Yoshii, vice president for derivative products with Mizuho Corporate Bank Ltd. This search for safe investments will return to gold as the news shifts back to the US economy, impacting the strength of the dollar. 

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The tone and delivery of this testimony is likely to dictate how it is received by investors. “Depending on how the market is interpreting his speech, it should have an impact on the euro-dollar exchange rates and, therefore, on the gold price," said strategists at Commerzbank. The euro has been struggling against fiscal pressures within the European Union and the news could either strengthen the dollar or rally the euro, something which would likely create optimism for gold.

While gold coin prices have been rising over the past month, the US dollar has made gains as well. Although the US economy has not made any substantial improvements, the dollar has gained primarily at the expense of the euro. The US Dollar Index is down to 80.73 today, a drop of 0.182 that suggests currency investors also fear impending news of increasing US inflation.

Rising inflation would work to weaken the dollar and make gold more valuable. Investors should listen for indicators of inflation in Bernanke’s testimony and watch the impact on gold prices. Should his comments turn gold lower, now may be an excellent time to buy the metal. 

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While hedge fund operator George Soros spoke of an asset bubble in gold, he is still taking a very bullish stance on the metal. At the end of 2009, his company nearly tripled its gold holdings, suggesting a confidence in the metal and its future prices.

“There has been some ill-informed comments that this move tarnished the notion that governments are adding to reserves.” said George Milling-Stanley, managing director for government affairs of the World Gold Council. “There are a lot of central banks out there that are buying.” In addition to central banks, John Paulson, Paul Tudor Jones and David Einhorn, all famed investors, have recently advocated owning some of the metal for a variety of reasons, including utilizing its traditional inflation-hedging abilities to benefit investors in the near future.

With central banks looking for diversification out of currency holdings and large investors moving into the metal, gold coin sales appear to be successfully resisting the asset bubble notion. This trend makes gold a strong investment possibility for investors going forward in 2010. 

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Economists are alarmed at the Greek financial situation as the country’s overall debt to gross domestic product has reached 113%; the United States isn’t far behind. Currently at a debt to GDP of 87%, the US is poised to reach 100% if Obama’s next fiscal budget is approved and signed into law. Lawmakers have even been looking for concessions to avoid a default on credit payments this fall.

This doom and gloom scenario for the United States leaves people looking for ways to protect their financial security and personal wealth. Since the currency of a country in such distress will suffer as well, the US dollar can not be the protective hedge that gold coins can be. Gold has a historical reputation as an investment hedge during difficult times; gold purchased with US dollars typically rises in value when the dollar falls, making gold more valuable during inflation and economic distress. Just like gold has risen against the euro during the Greek sovereign debt crisis, it is likely to do the same as the dollar slides.

For investors, now is an excellent time to consider additional gold investment. Prices have only just started climbing on the anticipated rally and analysts such as Chartered Market technician Daniel Bruno are beginning to predict gold coin prices as high as $1,400 per ounce this year. Investors have the opportunity to purchase an asset that can increase in value, even as situations like those in Greece and the United States deteriorate. 

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Turner went on to explain, "The Greece crisis has been a bit overblown, but it is still causing nervousness among investors. The solution to all these debt problems seems to be either devaluation or inflation, both of which are gold supportive." The basis of his argument appears to be validated, as gold coin prices continue to soar in the face of consumers losing confidence in the euro.

This lack of confidence and faltering euro has coincided perfectly with the correction of gold prices. After peaking in early December, gold has corrected and has shown that it is ready to resume its previous climb. Much like what happened for the US dollar, the euro is giving gold the push it needs to get started.

For many investors, now is an excellent time to add gold coins to their portfolios. In spite of holidays in China and the United States, gold has raced over $1,100 per ounce and today stands at $1,117.70, up over $17 on Tuesday’s trading. Many analysts have been suggesting that fundamentals suggest gold is ready for a rise, and investors should consider getting in now to be ready should the Greek crisis help to start it climbing. 

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A moving average is exactly what it sounds like; each new point on a chart is the accumulation of a specific number of days’ prices. Some investors will use seven-day, some prefer fourteen-day averages, while others look to 30-day, 60-day, 100-day or even 200-day charts. The charts can react differently because of the time frame involved, meaning that combo charts can also help get different perspectives.

Short-term charts like a fourteen-day moving average can allow gold coin investors to see a smoother graph that indicates changes associated with daily volatility. 100 and 200-day moving averages provide a chart that typically has very gradual sloping and gives a better indication of long-term trends. For example a current combo chart with both 14 and 200-day averages would indicate a number of possible conclusions. When charted for the past year, the 14-day average shows distinct highs in February, March and December, with each having a secondary peak that followed about a month later. The 200-day chart on the other hand shows a trend that has continued to rise since last May.

Long and short-term gold coins investors can use charts like these in different ways. A long-term investor will look more heavily at a chart like the 14-day moving average when ready to buy; this is because he or she is looking for the lowest price now but confirming that the trend is still upward and looks to be favorable for a return. A short-term investor will focus primarily on a chart like the 14-day moving average to search for a trend that offers good entry and exit points.

Tracking gold coin investing with technical charts allows investors to look for patterns they might ordinarily miss. With a spot price of just under $1,100.00 per ounce, the charts currently seem to suggest a rise, making this a potentially great time for purchasing additional bullion bars or coins. 

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Calling itself the “Gold Bank”, this fund claims to be the “only 100% backed-by-gold bank” and claiming that the people who are part of the bank have put themselves “on a personal gold standard with a new kind of currency that's rapidly growing in popularity.” The concept is that people participating have a credit line that is entirely backed by gold they have in the company. This would be more like a secure credit card and less like a bank.

The theory sounds good, but has its flaws. Notice the statement, “The currency comes in electronic form, but can be used like any other currency in the world today to pay for goods and services and even settle debt.” On the surface, this is impressive; dig a little deeper and what this claim really says is that there is an exchange of gold into other currencies. If you purchase something in the United States, it is based on dollars; this is the same as any other credit card or electronic purchasing company.

Receiving promises that your funds are backed by gold can be hollow for many investors. In legitimate US banks, the funds are protected and guaranteed by the US government through the FDIC.

For most people, there is no substitute for owning and holding physical gold coins or bars. The investment that is generally regarded as the most successful during the past decade is secure and just as profitable in the investor’s hands as it is in a “bank.” Because gold is a highly liquid asset, an investor can convert it on demand and use it in whatever currency he or she desires.

The security of a bank that is backed by the strength of gold is very appealing. However, for most investors, it is best to keep their gold coins in their own hands and out of a gold bank.

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Gold prices are reacting to pressure from the Chinese announcement to force banks to hold more reserves, limiting the available funds for gold investment and other commodity purchases. The dollar is also pressuring gold by strengthening on better than expected US jobs data and slowly developing details in the Greek monetary crisis, reducing this week’s bullish move by gold.

According to Rajoo C, technical analyst at Precise Trader, “At the moment, XAU/USD is testing the lower band of the $1,089/1,079, which is a critical level to maintain bullish bias. The hourly trend has been in a range trading with a limited upside bias, 1089-1079 are the critical levels to watch to maintain the bullish outlook."

Traders do expect gold to hold current strength is evidenced by a Bloomberg survey today which found 72% of those polled expecting gold coin prices to remain steady or rise through next week. This confidence suggests the growing opinion that gold could be headed for another rally and that now is a good time to purchase more of the precious metal. 

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Much of the investment strategy employed today is geared towards risk management. While gold was viewed as a low-risk investment during the recent recession, the continued economic uncertainty is still a factor. "Most of the trade right now is a confidence play," said Daniel Pavilonis, a senior market strategist with Lind-Waldock.

The sovereign debt crisis in European countries such as Portugal, Italy, Greece and Spain are perfect examples of the preoccupation with risk, with US dollar values rising on little more than the concern of monetary problems abroad. Gold coin prices turned higher as today, going over $1,080 for the second time this week on news that a resolution for the Greek crisis may be close.

Gold investment is typically a very strong move when currency values fall. Since the buying power of a currency drops with its value, gold becomes more valuable as investors see inflation and other devaluating factors affecting the US and other countries.

Capitalizing on its reputation as an alternative currency, gold demand continues to be strong worldwide, for jewelry, consumer products and investment. Gold coins, bars and other forms of gold investment could continue to rise as shaky economies and lower currency values lead to price increases in the precious metal. 

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Claymore Gold Bullion Trust, previously a closed-end mutual fund, recently converted to an open-end ETF. This change is desirable, as pointed out by Nathan Slaughter of The ETF Authority. “Closed-end funds rarely trade near their net asset value (NAV); whereas ETFs tend to trade very close to their NAV…In fact, unlike ETFs, where the fund's current holdings are public knowledge, closed-end funds, like open-end mutual funds, typically do not disclose their exact portfolio holdings on a timely basis.” The hope of a change like this is likely that the new fund will create greater transparency and draw people who want physical gold and are drawn by a low 0.5% management fee.

BMG Management Group Inc is also launching its BMG Gold Bullion Fund this week. This open-ended mutual fund only invests in physical gold. Nick Barisheff, president and CEO of BMG said, “Core holdings of a portfolio should start with fully allocated and insured physical bullion. There should be no derivatives or hedges of any kind, nor should there be any third-party claim on the bullion, counterparty risks or dependency on portfolio managers for trading strategies." The company is offering a 2.25% management fee and a low minimum investment of $1,000.

For most gold coin buyers, holding the physical gold they purchase is preferable to leaving it in a mutual fund or other type of fund. The implied benefits of owning physical gold is the possession the metal, and these types of funds generally do not meet that requirement.

Purchasing through gold exchanges, for example, can be less expensive than paying management fees and investors can take delivery of the purchased product. Those who want to have their holdings stored can utilize the exchange’s depositories. Amid concerns over actual levels of gold holdings by mutual funds and business practices of some of these funds, investors may take a look at these new investment options, but prefer the benefits of working with a gold exchange. 

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Originally opened in 1937, the West Point Mint was a storage facility for silver bullion and was referred to as “the Fort Knox of Silver.” In addition to silver, approximately $20 billion of gold was stored there in the early 1980s. While the site was not given US Mint status until 1983, a variety of circulating currency was minted there from 1977 until 1986. In 2006, the all American Buffalo gold coins were created there and today, all American Eagle proofs and uncirculated bullion coins in gold, silver and platinum come from the facility as well.

American Buffalo gold coins and American Eagle proofs and uncirculated coins from the West Point Mint are a valuable part of the US bullion market. Gold and silver American Eagle coins have been important precious metal investment assets and as of February 4, 2010, nearly 100,000 American Eagle gold coins and almost 4.1 million American Eagle silver coins have been sold for the year.

Many investors in American silver and gold coins are familiar with the history of the West Point Mint, the “Fort Knox of Silver.” This mint provides a valuable service in creating beautiful American Eagle platinum, silver and gold coins for collectors and investors alike. 

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Debt to GDP is a metric used by economists to interpret the financial stability of a country, comparing the amount of held debt to the gross domestic product. This number has raised concern in the five European countries considered to be the most unstable; the fiscal weakness of these countries has been the impetus for recent gains by the US dollar. The bad news for the US is that it is likely to be the next on the list; the current debt to GDP numbers for the US are at 350%, placing it among the countries considered most vulnerable now.

The question for many investors should be what such a problem means for them; the answer is that they should look to invest in gold bullion coins or other forms of physical gold. The fundamental danger of high debt is deflation; this occurs when debt failure combines with inflation and the United States is on the verge of such a crisis with the Federal Reserve considering interest rate hikes to curb inflation and Congress trying to raise the debt ceiling to avoid default on debt payments.

Deflation destroys currency values. While the price of gold is in correction, a good strategy would be to buy gold coins or bullion bars to shift holdings away from the dollar. As analysts predict much higher gold prices, holding this metal could be an excellent way to protect and grow wealth during these unstable times. 

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While the Presidential $1 coins will not be gold, both the First Spouse series and the American Buffalo coins are, and they represent valuable additions to the collection of US bullion, which is highlighted by the American Eagle gold coins. American bullion is among the most popular in the world and has become a valuable part of gold investment for many people. Since 1986 when the American Eagle coins were first minted, American bullion has been a commodity of choice. With today’s gold prices at $1,066 per ounce and expected by many to rise, bullion represents a strong potential investment for many people.

Building on the pride of the United States and its long history, the Presidential $1 proof sets a sign of the strength of America and in the case of the of the First Spouse and American Buffalo gold coins, indication of the strength of gold investment.

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With the California Gold Rush of 1849, large quantities of gold were released into circulation. Because of this surge, new coins were created and minted; the Liberty Gold Dollar was one of these coins. With a crowned Lady Liberty and 13 stars on the front and a wreath of olive branches on the rear, these beautiful coins were minted at four different mints; Philadelphia, New Orleans, Dahlonega and Charlotte.

Of the different patterns, the open wreath pattern from the Charlotte Mint has been the most profitable. These coins were produced in a limited number and some high grade coins still exist today. Of the original 12,000 issued, there are a few mint grade coins available, with MS63, 1849-C open wreath coins being valued at $575,000.

This beautiful coin represents the opportunities available in certified gold coins. While not as famous as the Gold Eagles or Indian Eagles, they can be highly valuable and offer a unique historical perspective of being minted at two Civil War-era Mints in Charlotte and Dahlonega. Investors can find a wide range of prices so that many can add these certified coins to their gold portfolio. 

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The dollar, which has strengthened due to severe fiscal weakness in other countries, does not have the support to maintain its gains. While many of the EU countries are struggling, the United States is in a precarious position as well; the economy has not regained its footing, and the government has been grossly overspending in an effort to restart growth.

In spite of fear-based price jumps, gold coins remain a strong option. Gold has weathered an onslaught of favorable press for the US dollar, yet has still managed to push past its resistance point to post gains over the past two weeks. Investors see the US problems and many favor gold bullion and certified coins to protect their investments, as gold is traditionally viewed as a hedge against economic hardships and monetary concerns.

Fears about the US budget and excessive subsidies spurred gold price increases early in the week, and these concerns are well founded. While the news about Greece and Portugal’s problems is front and center, the US concerns have not gone away. Investors should continue to monitor the US economic situation and consider increased holdings in gold bullion and certified gold coins for new investment. 

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Launched on January 19th, buyers were forced to include 2009 Gold Eagles in their purchase as the Mint sought to eliminate the remaining inventory of the outdated coins. First day totals were impressive, with 49,000 on the 19th and an additional 20,000 sold on the 20th; this momentum was not sustained as only 16,000 more were sold in the nearly two weeks that followed.

The weak gold coin sales are consistent with both the lower gold prices and sudden upswing in the US dollar, which has been energized by monetary problems in other countries. Gold has been in a correction cycle, waiting for the dollar to decline; many analysts see demand picking up from both private investors and ETFs as the dollar’s run wanes.

With the expectation of increased demand and prices for gold coins, now is an excellent time to consider adding gold to your portfolio. Since spot prices have fallen, bullion can be purchased in the low $1,100s per ounce; this price is appealing as many analysts predict higher prices for the year, some even suggesting highs reaching the mid-$1,300s. Now is an excellent time to add gold and potentially profit from the lower prices and demand that occurred in January. 

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Buying certified gold coins can be similar; traders research coins and compare prices with PCGS or NGC before they make a deal. This is good work and part of the due diligence process, but there are more factors involved, such as current economic situations, demand and whether a particular coin has “broken through” its estimated value.

With the economy currently under siege, demand and prices can be affected, meaning that good deals can be found. A recently sold 1879 Flowing Hair Stella Cameo that was NGC certified at MS66 brought a price of $182,500. That sounds like a very high price until you consider the fact that the same coin is valued at $270,000 in the PCGS price guide. Demand for the coin did not support its value and the seller made less than he or she probably anticipated.

Just like looking up a the price of a car online doesn’t mean you have to pay that much at the dealer, doing research on certified gold coins can help you find good values on rare coins. Economic struggles and changing demand can work to the benefit of the buyer if he or she takes the time to do some homework.

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This impressive gold coin features the image of Britain’s Royal Crest atop its coat of arms, while the British Columbia Coat of Arms adorns the reverse. This coin marks the first time a sovereign entity other that the British Crown was granted permission to use the crest on its coat of arms. This 60 gram coin consists of 58.33% gold, 41.67% silver and only has a mintage of 500 coins. The Mint is selling the coins for $1,822 each.

Due to its low mintage, the piece is assured of being a highly desired collector’s coins. Although only 14 karat gold, the RCM is able to command a high price for these gold coins due to the demand that will most likely be generated.

This piece represents the essence of collector’s coins. The gold price of such coins is not only a factor of the amount of the metal contained, but also the rarity of the piece and the demand among investors; gold coins that possess all three elements are highly valued to collectors. The beauty of the province of British Columbia and the imagination of coin collectors are both captured in this exquisite coin.

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“First Strike coins” is a term that designates the earliest coins minted for a series or the earliest coins struck from new dies. While both PCGS and NGC refer to such coins, they are mixed in the distinction between first strikes and coins rated MS69 or MS70. The US Mint does not track or ship coins in the order of their production, so it does not recognize a first strike designation.

While it is possible that slight differences exists in coins minted as dies age, that difference would be largely unnoticeable, making a distinction of the early coins moot. The real debate surrounds the need for certified new gold bullion coins in the first place. While investors have grasped the importance of certified rare coins, the value of certification is basically lost on new coins.

New bullion from the US Mint is guaranteed by the US government to be the promised weight and purity. The coins are carefully handled, so it is likely that the vast majority easily falls in the MS69 and MS70 ranges. This means certification of these coins would likely add nothing to their value, but cost around $30 per coin and the price of an annual membership to PCGS or NGC for nothing.

In a discussion of first strike coins vs. MS69 and MS70 gold coins, there is really no decision to be made since there is very little to be gained by certifying new gold bullion. Investors would be wise to use the money they save from not certifying these coins and purchasing extra bullion, creating an expense that could return a strong profit as the market increases. 

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The price for the one ounce Buffalo was $1,410 and now stands at $1,360; the prices for First Spouse proof and uncirculated coins were $729 and $716 respectively and currently stand at $704 and $691. This price adjustment is the result of the gold price drop at the London Fixing. The Mint prices adjust in increments of $50 as the Fix drops; for this reason, the one ounce Buffalo fell the full $50, while the half ounce First Spouse gold coins only dropped $25.

For several weeks, the gold price has been hovering near its resistance price as profit taking and sell offs have prevailed. The spot price has dropped below $1,100 an ounce, leading many analysts to speculate that it is positioning for another upward run as investors gain confidence.

Even though the price at the US Mint has dropped, buying gold coins there may not be your best bet. Gold exchanges typically sell bullion for much closer to spot price, meaning that it is possible to buy from an exchange and pay less than buying from the Mint. A potential $200 to $300 savings that may be realized is valuable to an investor looking to profit from gold coin sales.

As gold prices fluctuate, the US Mint will adjust its prices. While this may be of some benefit to investors when the prices drop, the money that could be saved by buying from a gold exchange could be even more appealing, allowing investors to spend more on gold and less on fees. 

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Originally called the SS George Law, the ship left the Panamanian port of Colon on September 3, 1857 for New York loaded with almost 600 people and 15 tons of gold aboard. The ship reached the Carolina coast but was sunk by a hurricane, leaving nearly 400 people and an estimated $100-$150 million in gold on the ocean floor.

In addition to gold ingots, the ship’s wreckage has yielded a bounty of wonderful coins. The shipwreck gold coins have transformed the rare coin market, with as many as 5,200 of the 1857-S Coronet gold $20 double Eagles available. PCGS has recorded over 900 submissions that have received grades of MS-65, nearly 200 at MS-66 and a small number at MS-67. Due to their amazing quality and high grades, values for the MS-67 coins have surpassed $100,000. Even lower quality MS-63 coins have brought good prices, with one sold at a January, 2010 auction for nearly $7,500.

Finds such as the SS Central America are important to a large number of historians and investors. Certified gold coins like the ones found in the wreckage added greatly to quantities of rare American gold coins that were reduced by the two gold confiscations experienced in the US history. These coins allow investors a chance to buy a piece of history that continues to increase in value more than 150 years after settling to the ocean floor on that stormy day in 1857. 

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Among its other responsibilities, the Mint is in charge of producing both domestic and foreign coins, creating and selling proof coin sets, overseeing the movement of bullion, dispersing gold and silver, and distributing coins to Federal Reserve Banks. Of all its responsibilities, the Mint is best known for creating coins.

Today’s coins are struck from dies, which are two cylindrical metal plates, each having the incised image that will be reflected on the coin. These images are incised because the coin has raised features created during the minting process.

In order to make a coin, a blank disk is inserted between the two dies, which are then pressed together with great force, creating the image of the coin. The metal flows to fill the patterns of the image, creating shape and feel of the coin that everyone recognizes.

After the coins are minted, they are cleaned, polished and inspected before being wrapped for delivery to the various Federal Reserve Banks. In the case of bullion, the coins are carefully packaged to preserve their quality and then sent to dealers and gold exchanges.

While the US Mint is one of the largest in the world, there are a number of other countries that mint gold and silver bullion, including Canada, France, China, Austria, South Africa and Australia.

Mints have developed over the years, transforming from hand-cut dies that frequently broke to state of the art facilities that can produce billions of coins that are suitable for daily circulation, prestigious medals and beautiful investment bullion. This large and successful branch of the US government has over two hundred years of meeting the monetary needs of American citizens.

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Today, gold coins can be purchased in two different forms: bullion and collector’s coins. Bullion is new coinage that is minted by governments such as the United States, Australia, France, Austria, Canada and others. These coins range between 90 and 99.99 percent pure gold, and they are sold and used primarily for people interested in owning gold. Bullion traditionally offers an excellent hedge against inflation and is frequently used as a successful short-term investment option.

Rare gold coins can be found that help to record the different eras in world history. In the United States, however, they have an added importance since very few remain. The US government twice confiscated gold from its citizens, meaning that many of the gold coins that were minted from the late 1700s to 1933 were melted down. The result is that coins from that era which are certified by PCGS or NGC are not only accurately graded; they tend to be highly valuable as well. Certified gold coins are typically held as long-term investments, with their numismatic value far outweighing the value of the gold they contain.

The history of gold coins reaches throughout countries, rulers, eras and events. The intrinsic value of these coins allows people to use them successfully as both long and short term investments. 

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$1 gold coins first appeared in the US in 1849 with the Liberty Head dollars. These coins were unique in that they had pressed images on the back and incised images on the front. For rare coin collectors, the incised image makes finding high quality coins difficult because there was no protective rim to prevent against wear. Because of the government confiscations of gold in the late 1800s and then in 1933, these coins are rare and very valuable.

Several other series of other coins followed, with the final ones being minted in 1889. Absent for over 100 years, the $1 gold coins returned in 2007 with the First Spouse Gold Coin series. Created to honor the spouses of past presidents, these coins offer collectors and investors another wonderful series of coins to add to their portfolios.

Found in both bullion and rare collector’s coins, the $1 gold coins have been an important part of the numismatic history of the United States. Whether investing in bulk gold or certified rare coins, the $1 gold coins are an important part of the holdings of many investors, and likely will continue to be for many years to come.

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Although there are ancient gold coins, shipwreck gold coins, and even illegal gold coins (see 1933 Saint Gaudens gold coin), none of these are apt investments. If you are looking for a way to empower yourself financially come what may in our economy, don’t fall into the trap in which so many investors have found themselves. Rare and obscure coins may not even move in the same direction as the gold spot price, and it can be very difficult to track market prices for coins if the majority of coin dealers don’t even carry your coinage.

Successful US gold investors typically vest their funds in PCGS and NGC-certified coins for long-term wealth preservation, and short-term (1-14 month) investors tend to get superior results through gold bullion investments. If you are looking forward to protecting your assets with physical gold and you would like to only take steps in the right direction, dive into our award-winning tutorials below or give us a call directly to have your questions answered by our friendly and trained specialists. 

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These “certified” gold coins tend to financially outperform gold bullion investments for investors who hold their gold 14 months or more. While gold bullion coins like the American gold Eagle and the Canadian gold Maple Leaf are highly advisable inflation hedges for investors who are looking to hold short-term, they could be confiscated by the US government in an effort to back up a failing US currency.

Collectible coins like the $1 gold coins, $20 Double Eagle coins, and other pre-1933 US gold coins that have remained in pristine condition over the years have been deemed to be non-confiscatable assets, so safety-oriented investors who would like to maintain possession of their ore for years or decades may want to consider a certified coin purchase.

Whether your needs point you to bullion for profit-seeking or certified gold coins for security and wealth preservation, it is important to take physical delivery of your precious metals if possible. You can empower yourself financially in a national crisis if you have your metals on hand instead of in a depository or in stock form, and financial independence is really what gold investing is all about. To learn more about $1 gold coins or any other type of gold investment, give us a call or email us today, or simply get your free copy of our 2010 Insider’s Guide to Gold Investing below and browse through it when you have the time. 

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In 1907, President Theodore Roosevelt moved American numismatics toward a dream that he had to redesign American coins. Roosevelt was equally impressed with the designs of many ancient coins and the work of designer Augustus Saint Gaudens. Although Saint Gaudens was unable to complete the work on all coins, he created what would be considered by many to be the greatest coin design of all time, the Double Eagle coin featuring the striding Lady Liberty.

Created with a smooth edge and an ultra high-relief design, the 1907 Double Eagle gold coins were incredibly beautiful. Unfortunately, its beauty was its downfall as the high-relief design did not stack well and the smooth edge made them vulnerable to unscrupulous people who would shave the edges to steal the gold. After a small run in 1907, the high-relief coins were replaced with a more traditional style and were not to be seen again for over one hundred years, when the US Mint released a bullion version of the original Saint Gaudens Double Eagle gold coins.

Since 1986, American gold bullion has been highly sought and widely collected. Produced in Eagles, Buffalos, Presidential and First Ladies, US bullion is an exquisite and desirable commodity. For all the beauty of American bullion, the high-relief Double Eagle gold coins are still the most stunning.

With gold prices around $1,150, these one ounce coins are coveted and respected as a hedge against inflation and a profitable investment. Arguably the world’s most beautiful coins, Double Eagle gold coins are indisputably an excellent investment. 

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Throughout history, people have focused much of their efforts on protecting themselves and their financial security. While some have invested in real estate, stocks and other securities, the commodity of choice for thousands of years has been gold. Today in the United States, the desire for security against difficult times leads many to invest in American Eagle gold coins, the national bullion of the United States.

The US began minting bullion in 1986, reviving the Saint Gaudens American Eagle gold coin design. Although it was originally offered in the one ounce Double Eagle and three fractional coins, the US Mint recently announced that it was suspending production of the fractional sizes.

The American Eagle gold coins provide investors with a world-class design and a strong investment during this time of economic instability. Gold has enjoyed a nine year bull run, with a value of nearly four hundred percent compared to its value in 2000. This strong performance has allowed many investors to offset the damage done to the economy by eight years of wars and policy gaffes that have weakened the dollar and destabilized the economy.

Investors can use American Eagle gold coins as part of an effective investment strategy. For many people, holding bullion short-term, then selling on its highs can be an effective plan. As with any strategy, it is wise to consult a respected specialist; goldcoin.net is just such a source. Holding a sparkling A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau, goldcoin.net is a part of the Certified Gold Exchange and great company to help investors create a strong financial strategy. 

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Rare collector’s coins continue to be highly valuable investments, with both gold and silver coins bringing incredible sums on the market. Although the 1933 American Eagle has long been recognized as the most valuable coin, this gold coin is not alone as other gold and silver coins are sold and profit from international interest in rare coins.

There are only 12 known 1933 gold American Eagle in the world; the last privately held coin sold in 1999 for a record $7.59 million. Several others have joined this coin in bringing incredible prices, most notably an 1804 Silver Dollar which sold for $4.14 million and a recently sold 1913 Liberty Head nickel that brought $3.7 million. These coins earn such amazing prices because of their incredible rarity and spectacular condition.

Numismatists and investors seek rare coins like these because they possess traits that are nearly impossible to find. Each of the coins above is highly rated by either NGS or PCGS, and they are among known quantities of a dozen or less. This combination of rarity and quality puts them in high demand and drives their prices to astronomical levels.

Collectors and investors who are not prepared to pay millions can still find very attractive coins to buy. The best way to purchase gold and silver coins is to work with a reputable coin exchange. A good exchange will offer high quality service and sell coins that are certified to ensure their value. Goldcoin.net is part of the Certified Gold Exchange and is recognized by the Better Business Bureau as a zero-complaint company, ensuring quality products and excellent service. 

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Though only minted for 5 years, a large number were minted and the coins were widely used in generally currency. The significance of this revolves around the fact that the circulated coins lose much of their value among collectors. This means that while many were minted, very few still possess the desired quality, and 63 to 65 grade coins can bring very good prices, with some samples being found in the $1,000 to $1,500 category.

Scarcity and good condition form the winning combination for collector’s coins. Because high quality coins command higher prices, it can be very beneficial to use an exchange to purchase them. Exchanges typically specialize in independently certified coins and have access to a wide number of buyers and sellers, allowing them to find the coins that their clients seek.

If you are looking for $1 gold coins or any other rare collector’s coin, goldcoin.net is an excellent source. Part of the Certified Gold Exchange, the company has a perfect zero-complaint A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau and a proven history of helping clients. The company’s commissions are competitive and it offers some of the best service in the business.

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With a year of hard work and difficult decisions, the new democratically controlled government in the United States has energized businesses and increased investing by many people. This newfound optimism is reflected in the gold market, where rare coin investing continues to expand. With a limited quantity and a unique method of creation, the Indian Head gold coins have become a special addition to the collections of fortunate investors.

President Theodore Roosevelt commissioned the services of Augustus Saint Gaudens, designer of the American Eagle coins, to redesign other American coinage. While his untimely death prevented him from completing his task, a sketch he created was eventually used for the Indian Head gold coin. In an interesting change, the coin was minted utilizing an incused process, where the design of the coin was etched into the face, eliminating the relief that other coins possessed.

The Indian Head gold coin has two reasons that it is a valued rare coin. First, the design that was used did not include a protective rim around the coin, meaning that circulated coins have not maintained high quality. Second, the coins were minted until 1929, only four years before President Franklin D. Roosevelt ordered the confiscation of privately held gold.

These two factors have made the Indian Head gold coin a rare coin and a valuable asset to own. As the US begins its climb back to prosperity, many people are once again investing in gold and other commodities. This demand, coupled with the rare nature of the Indian Head gold coin, is likely to drive up the value of a unique piece of American monetary art. 

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Replaced by the Saint Gaudens American Eagle, Lady Liberty gold coins were minted from 1838 until 1907. These coins became collector’s coins after their removal from circulation. This change has led to their availability for investment today, as the 1933 confiscation of gold by the US government did not include collector’s coins. This exclusion has made Lady Liberty gold coins available to investors today.

The key to both buying and selling Lady Liberty gold coins is only purchasing certified coins. These are coins that have been professionally inspected and assigned a rating based on the Sheldon Scale, a 0 to 70 system that helps to eliminate the confusion over the quality and value of a coin. This rating makes it possible for buyers and sellers to better agree on the value of Lady Liberty gold coins and other rare coins.

While investors can locate Lady Liberty gold coins on their own, it is more efficient to use an exchange such as goldcoin.net. Exchanges have greater access to rare pieces like the Lady Liberty gold coins and other high quality, hard to find coins. With an outstanding reputation and broad base of buyers and sellers as clients, this is an excellent resource for anyone seeking rare coins.

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When the US Mint decided to issue a new gold coin in 1907, designer Augustus Saint Gaudens was called on to create the new design. The newly created coin would become known as the American Eagle and would come to be considered by many people to be the most beautiful American coin ever created. When the US Mint decided to issue gold bullion in 1986, the coin was graced by the design, making Saint Gaudens gold coins the most important coins in US gold investment.

The Saint Gaudens gold coins not only represent the face of gold bullion, but the rarest of American coins as well. Although President Roosevelt took the US off of the gold standard in 1932 and ordered that all privately held gold be confiscated, a quantity of 1933 American Eagle coins was already minted and a handful have survived until today. One of these coins was privately held and eventually sold at auction for a record $7.59 million.

For collectors and investors alike, the Saint Gaudens gold coins represent the finest of all American gold coins. The coins have produced the most desired of US currency, as well as today’s bullion, which fuels investment in gold.

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With an annual circulation not to exceed 300,000, the $50 gold coins joined the commemorative presidential coins as part of the Presidential $1 Coin Act of 2005. The design for these $50 gold coins was based heavily on James Earle Fraser’s Indan Head nickel from 1913. The main differences between these designs centered on references to the original being a nickel. The coin is a one ounce coin made of 99.99 % 24-karat gold.

These $50 gold coins have been very popular with collectors. Gold bullion coins have represented a strong investment option for many people in a decade that has seen the spot price of gold rise nearly 400%. Gold bullion such as these $50 gold coins is a desirable commodity for many because they have offered a steady investment throughout the decade and represent an alternative currency should economic conditions render the dollar worthless. This security has been an appealing factor for many people wanting to invest in gold.

With a beautiful and historic design, these $50 gold coins represent a new era in gold bullion. People interested in purchasing these or other gold coins should look for a responsible company like goldcoin.net to assist with their needs. Goldcoin.net has a strong history in the purchase of coins and holds an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau for its customer service, ensuring that clients receive high-quality service with products such as the $50 gold coins. 

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This demand is also spurring sales of the US American Eagles, the United States’ $10 gold coins, as well as its other denominations of gold bullion. The American Eagle is the staple coin in US gold bullion; these $10 gold coins provide a huge investment platform with over 1.3 million sold in 2009. The coins accounted for sales of over 107,000 for the month of December and 44,500 in the last full week of the month.

In addition to the $10 gold coins, other bullion has been selling briskly in the United States. The ultra high relief, Saint Gaudens Double Eagle, or $20 gold coin, has captured nearly 113,000 sales for the year, and the American Buffalo $50 gold coin proofs have been popular as well.

US bullion such as $10 gold coins is a very important part of the investment strategy for many people. These coins offer fixed pricing based on the daily spot gold price and provide a highly portable and liquid investment. Thanks to the continued profitability of gold, bullion is still a very popular commodity.

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The Double Gold Eagle was issued into circulation from 1907 until 1932. This beautiful coin was designed by Augustus Saint Gaudens and quickly became a desired coin for collecting. In spite of its popularity, the coin was ceased from circulation in 1933.

The Great Depression was ravaging the country and President Franklin Roosevelt took the United States off the gold standard in an attempt to stabilize the banking system. In addition, the President ordered the confiscation of gold from citizens, with the exception of old gold coins. The gold was to be melted down and returned to the national treasury.

It was these events that created the world’s most valuable old gold coins. Although 445,000 Double Eagles had already been minted for 1933, the coins were ordered to be melted down. Unknown to the authorities, a few of the coins were smuggled out by an employee. Most of those were recovered by the US government, with one remaining coin bought by a collector from Egyptian King Farouk. This coin would eventually be discovered and ordered sold as part of a legal agreement between the collector and the US Mint.

Sold at auction, the Farouk-Fenton 1993 $20 Gold Saint Gaudens coin sold for an amazing $7,200,000, the highest price ever for an old gold coin. This coin has a fascinating history and sets the standard for purchasing old gold coins. 

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There are many facets to gold investment; collector’s coins, raw gold coins and bars, precious metal funds, and more are all ways to get into the metals market. Of these methods, investing in bullion, made up of raw gold coins and bars, is the easiest method. Bullion is minted to precise specifications, which allows it to be bought and sold with confidence through dealers such as goldcoin.net.

Although a great deal of effort and billions of federal dollars have been funneled into the US economy, there has been very little sign of improvement. Weakness of the dollar has historically been a motivator for higher gold prices, and the theory was confirmed again by a 25% gain in 2009 gold prices. The forecast for 2010 is much the same; the weak dollar is expected to push the price of bullion, gold bars and raw gold coins, to record highs once again.

Raw gold coins represent the gold investment that easiest to buy and the most convenient to hold. In times of economic emergency, they retain value and can be used as an alternative currency. With the United States economy still attempting to recover from the global crisis, raw gold coins represent an excellent investment opportunity that is likely to increase in value during 2010. 

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Elected in 1816, Monroe was the 5th President of the United States of America. His greatest legacy can in the form of the declaration known as the Monroe Doctrine, which outlined the United States’ expectations for lessening European involvement in North, Central and South America. The modern gold coins that are being proposed would coincide with the two hundredth anniversary of his election in 1816. Monroe was also honored in 2008 as part of the $1 Presidential Gold Coin Act.

With a maximum of 20,000 being minted, these modern gold coins will become collector’s items, making them highly desired and more valuable than the weight of their gold. Gold coins represent a convenient way for people to buy and own gold, and collector’s coins are generally considered exempt from any confiscation attempts by the federal government to replenish the Federal Reserve. This added value and security makes unique modern gold coins like these a safe and rewarding investment.

With economic conditions making gold an excellent investment, modern gold coins that have value above their bullion price become even better assets. These coins look to not only honor one of the truly great American Presidents, but to also allow people to have a secure and financially rewarding investment in gold

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Certified gold coins offer more protection and investment options than gold bars and gold bullion. Such coins not only have value for their weight in gold, but they also have additional value because they are collectables. Companies who specialize in grading such coins calculate the amount of gold in a coin, what karat weight it has, its age and the number comparable coins in circulation. After calculating the value of the coin, it is sealed in a protective case and receives a written evaluation.

Certified gold coins offer more protection to investors than other forms of gold. These coins have a specific assigned value that reflects a higher amount than the current gold spot price. In addition, collectable coins do not have the confiscation risk of regular bullion. Twice in the history of the United States, the government has confiscated gold from citizens to offset severe shortages in the national treasury. Collectable coins were exempt from both of these confiscations.

Certified gold coins offer superior investment options to investors through their increased value and their protection from seizure. As gold continues to be a strong profit source, people can best protect their investments with certified gold coins.

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The US Mint sells these bullion gold coins for a small amount over the current spot price of gold, but only to authorized purchasers. The purchasers then resell them to coin dealers, precious metal providers and directly to the public. Because they do not have a heavy price mark-up, investors are able to buy these coins for competitive prices.

With the continued instability of the stock markets and a $750 billion federal bailout of the US banking system, bullion gold coins continue to be a highly popular investment option. Although none were produced in 2009 until October, the sales have been brisk since they became available. The United States Mint sold 110,500 of these one-ounce in the first two weeks after their 2009 release. By comparison, this sales figure to bullion dealers represents 64.2 percent of the 172,000 American Buffalo gold coins that were sold in all of 2008.

As stocks struggle and banks receive billions in bailout funds, American Buffalo gold coins are still a strong investment. As gold prices have pushed over $1,100 per ounce, dealers and private individuals have been aggressively buying gold bullion. For many, the American Buffalo represents an excellent commodity to purchase for investment. 

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Canadian Maple Leaf gold coins are offered in several different nominations and face values:

• $50(Canadian), one-ounce

• $25, ½ ounce

• $10, ¼ ounce

• $5, 1/10 ounce

• $1, 1/20 ounce

Canadian Maple Leaf coins are internationally renowned for their 24-karat gold content, because the vast majority of gold coins utilize a 22-karat alloy. Understand though, that a one-ounce 24-karat coin and a 22-karat coin of roughly the same weight contain the same amount of gold. The 22-karat coins have slightly more alloy, and the nickel/copper mixture produces a more durable coin that is less resistant to nicks and smudges.

Before investing in Canadian Maple Leaf gold coins, it is advisable to seek a solid understanding of how the precious metal market works. You can make the most out of your initial investment if you realize that Canadian Maple Leaf bullion coins hold low premiums above the spot price of gold and they are ideal for holding periods of 1-14 months. If you plan on a short-term hold, then you could benefit by owning these pure gold pieces. If you have other ideas about investing in gold, then you may require another type of gold. Feel free to browse this website or the brochures below for more information on the most popular types of investment-grade gold. 

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Double Eagle gold coins have always represented a significant amount of value. At the time of their minting, $20 gold coins were worth more than the average American’s weekly paycheck. It’s no surprise, then, that our government wanted these coins so badly in 1933, that they confiscated millions of them from US citizens.

There are only a limited number of Double Eagle gold coins in existence today, because the vast majority of these would-be American rarities were melted down by our government to force Americans to utilize the greenback as currency. As a matter of fact, Americans were prohibited from hoarding gold bullion until the 1970s because our greedy government wanted the ore so badly. Each Double Eagle coin that was minted from 1849 to 1933 contains .9675 ounces of pure gold, and the numismatic value of “Uncirculated Mint State” versions of these coins allows them the classification as completely private investments.

If you would like to protect a portion of your wealth in gold, if you plan to hold this gold longer than 14 months, and if you would like financial independence in the event of a US dollar collapse and/or another bullion confiscation, contact GoldCoin.net to learn more about these coins or register below for free information. If you feel comfortable with gold investing, do a simple Google search for a reputable gold exchange, and claim your position in the gold market today. 

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There is no way to foretell the future, so we have to look at past cycles to determine the best course of action during tough financial times. Historically, gold and other privately-held commodities have risen in value even though traditional markets have lost considerable worth. The gold spot price’s relentless climb since 2001 has intensified since the beginning of November, when India’s central bank purchased 200 tons of gold from the International Monetary Fund. A slight pullback in gold prices was seen recently, but market analysts like Merrill Lynch’s Walter Murphy have called for gold to rise 12-18% next year.

Some Saint Gaudens gold coins have a track record of outpacing gold bullion three-to-one since 2001, and the increased risk of bullion confiscation by our government has motivated many investors to shift in to certified Saint Gaudens gold coins for privacy and long-term wealth protection.

Whether you are searching for the immediate opportunity to profit or you are interested in a long-term gold investment strategy, feel free to contact GoldCoin.net or get some helpful gold investment information below. 

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The $20 Lady Liberty gold coins were minted from 1849-1907, when the $20 Saint Gaudens coin design was authorized by President Theodore Roosevelt. The obverse, or front of coins within the heralded Liberty series depicts Lady Liberty herself, and the reverse of the coin features the majestic American bald eagle.

Lady Liberty gold coins were produced in three distinct varieties, with each version displaying a slightly different reverse design. The Type-1 Liberty was minted until 1866, and this version is entitled the “No Motto” because its’ design lacks the designation, “In God We Trust.”

The Type-2 coin, which was minted for 10 years beginning in 1866, includes the “In God We Trust” motto, as well as a “Twenty D” marking.

The third and final version of the $20 Liberty was minted from 1876 until the Saint Gaudens replaced the Liberty in 1907, and this Type-3 coin carries the motto and the inscription “Twenty Dollars.” Many collectors and investors make it a goal to own all three types of $20 Lady Liberty coins.

Sadly, the vast majority of the $20 Lady Liberty gold coins were melted down by order of President Franklin Roosevelt in 1933. Only a small number of these coins survived Roosevelt’s Executive Order 6102, which was in effect until 1971. This order decreed that all gold bullion bars and coins were to be turned in to our government, which needed the metal to restore strength to a weakened US currency.

If our government implements another gold seizure, the remaining Lady Liberty gold coins would most likely be exempt from such a confiscation (even though we all know that our government COULD do ANYTHING). Pre-1933 gold coins that have survived all this time in Uncirculated Mint State condition are considered to be rare American antiquities, and there also aren’t enough of these coins to aid or detract from our fiat currency’s value.

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• American Eagle gold coins’ key utilization by investors is for short-term profit-taking. If you foresee the gold spot price skyrocketing within 1-14 months and you are looking to make a quick buck, Gold Eagle coins and other bullion items are your best choice. Since the gold spot price can sometimes lie dormant for weeks or months, savvy investors shy away from bullion investments for long-term holds.

• American Eagle gold coins are US government-confiscatable. Our government has a historical track record of seizing gold bullion from US citizens in times of national financial distress, because physical gold is the only feasible way to back US currency and pay down debt to nations who refuse to accept the greenback. You can learn more about the historic gold seizure at www.Gold-Investment.info or by requesting your free gold investment guide through the link below this article.

• Gold American Eagle coins closely track the gold spot price that is listed at www.GoldPrice.net, although no major gold exchanges buy or sell gold at the spot price. The US Mint adds a premium to their coins to cover their manufacturing costs and to make a profit, so expect a fair markup of 6-8% over the gold spot price to buy American gold Eagle coins.

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Many American investors are not shy about their opinions that the United States is heading for a long-term inflationary cycle that could eradicate the greenback, and these investors have flocked to gold bullion coin and PCGS coin investing to quell their fears about the future of our financial freedom.

According to several of the leading market analysts, safe-haven demand has boosted PCGS coin prices on the PCGS price guide at www.PCGS.com, and these price increases could continue increasing as the dollar and other paper-based assets face further instability.

As a result of our Federal Reserve’s latest printing policies for the dollar, all eyes are currently watching US currency closely for signs of inflation or deflation. It is crucially important that you, as a gold investor, keep a very close eye on the US dollar index because of the dollar’s inverse correlation with physical gold values.

Long-term projections are calling for a spot price of $1600 per ounce or higher before the current cycle is completed, and these figures could be reached once the Fed starts to raise its key lending rate. This will most likely happen within the next few months, so our fiat currency could continue to lose significant chunks of value once Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke makes this move.

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Modern-day $5 Gold Eagles are 1/10 ounce coins, and the pre-1933 versions are a half-ounce coinage. While both of these coins are considered “investment-grade,” the historic coins and the modern-day bullion coins are useful for two very different purposes.

American gold Eagle coins that were released after 1986 are classified as bullion, and these coins are mainly utilized in 1-14 month holding periods. Gold bullion coins and bars are meant for profit-making-and-taking ventures, but these coins are not recommended long-term investments because of their government confiscatability. Our government froze the gold bullion market and made it illegal for US citizens to own gold bullion from 1933-1971, and the impending inflationary stage on our dollar could influence our leaders to confiscate gold bullion again.

If you would like to hold your gold longer than 14 months and you want a type of gold that the government has deemed non-confiscatable, the historic Gold Eagle coins are a more appropriate portfolio addition. These coins have higher costs, but they tend to outperform gold bullion after the “break even” point is reached, usually within the first 14 months. Therefore, it makes sense to purchase certified gold if you re holding long-term and you would like a completely private investment. Contact GoldCoin.net or register below if you want more information on the most commonly traded investment-grade gold coins. 

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You must determine what you want to get out of the gold market, and that usually boils down to either short-term profit or long-term wealth preservation. Here are the general guidelines to follow for these two gold investment strategies.

Best Gold Coins For Short-Term Profit – A short-term gold investment is defined as 14 months or less, and this type of gold investing is considered technical trading or “day trading.” The investor must keep a very close eye on the gold market’s conditions in order to purchase when spot prices are “low” and sell when spot prices reach one of their yearly “peaks”. Some of the most popular gold coins for short-term profit potential are the 22-karat American Eagles and the South African Krugerrands along with the 24-karat Austrian Philharmonics and Canadian Maple Leaf coins.

Best Gold Coins For Long-Term Wealth Preservation – These coins tend to profit when gold bullion coins profit, but gold coins for safety-oriented investors also gain numismatic value over time. Some of the most popular products for long-term preservation potential are the 22-karat Saint Gaudens Double Eagles and Lady Liberty Double Eagles. Long-term gold investors typically hold their coinages for more than 14 months and generally longer than three years. These coins are completely private and an excellent way to privately store wealth.

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Since 2001, many US Mint-produced pre-1933 coinages have increased by over 528%. This is substantially more than the 454% increase seen in the gold bullion spot price during the same time, and many investors prefer to invest in historic coins because of their complete privacy, US government non-confiscatability, and historic tendency to outperform gold bullion over a long-term holding period

Investors who are looking for quick profits in the gold market should avoid certified coins, including the pre-1933 US coins, because they carry premiums that may not be overcome within the typical short-term (one year or less) holding period. Lower premiums can be had by purchasing gold bullion bars and coins, so investors who desire a short-term profit-taking vehicle hold for a year or less should stick with gold bullion. Investors who plan on holding their gold for years, or even decades, should give consideration to pre-1933 gold coins.

Investors who buy pre-1933 gold coins usually plan to hold their investment for longer than 14 months. They would like to see some long-term profit, but their immediate concern is wealth preservation and the privacy of their finances. These coins are a wise investment if you fear that our dollar could completely collapse, because any effort by our government to confiscate gold would not include Mint State, pre-1933 gold coins. Contact GoldCoin.net directly to learn more about the different kinds of investment-grade gold. 

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Market insiders believe that the migration into gold that started in 2001 could continue as long as consumer confidence in our economy remains near all-time lows. US investors have lost an average of 35% of their portfolios in the past six quarters, so demand for wealth preservation vehicles like gold has skyrocketed.

The Federal Reserve reported today that employers are still not retaining employees at levels acceptable for a leading world financial power, but the holiday season has eased our nation’s unemployment issue slightly. Abut 500,000 Americans have filed first-time claims for unemployment benefits each week since our recession began, and the higher number of unemployed Americans has worsened the mortgage and credit crisis. Many investors have shed unneeded real estate and US currency in favor of precious metal investments like the Swiss Franc coin and other gold coins.

The spot price for one ounce of COMEX gold hovered just below the $1200 mark throughout the majority of today’s trading session, and at 3pm EST the gold spot price was $1179.80. Gold is up 6.45% in the past month, and economists believe that the gold spot price could climb to $1500 in the current cycle if the dollar’s demise continues. Call GoldCoin.net or request your free literature below to learn more about the fast-moving gold coin market. 

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Lunar Dragon gold coins are struck so precisely that they leave the production line with a proof-like finish. These coins are available in one-ounce, ¼ ounce, 1/20 ounce, and 1/20 ounce varieties, although gold investors tend to utilize the one-ounce version most frequently. Lunar Dragon gold coins were originally expected to be snatched up by collectors, because the year 2000 was the first time in 3000 years that the Year of the Dragon coincided with the end of the millennium.

However, the Perth Mint offered the coin at a price that was relatively close to the gold spot price, so many gold bullion investors have supplemented their portfolios with Lunar gold coins as short-term (1-14 month) profit-seeking investments. Many investors prefer the Lunar Gold Dragon coins to other bullion coins, such as the American Gold Eagle and the Canadian Gold Maple Leaf, because Lunar coins could become rarities in the future.

However, these coins are presently classified as bullion just as the Gold Eagles and Maple Leafs, and gold Lunar Dragon coins could be confiscated by our government in the event of a second gold bullion confiscation, Click here to learn more about the historic gold confiscation, or send us an email to get more information on fortifying your portfolio with gold coins. 

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The gold Eagle Proof encompasses the same design as the regular bullion gold Eagle, but the coin has been struck by the dye numerous times. The result is a detailed coin with images that could not feasibly be any clearer. These coins cost a great deal more to produce than the regular bullion Eagles, and the US Mint only produced the Proof coin in limited numbers since 1986. The US Mint recently announced on its website (www.USMint.gov) that the gold Eagle proof would be discontinued until further notice, so the coins that are presently on the market have been dramatically increasing in value.

Investors can purchase gold Eagle Proofs and take delivery of those coins, but reputable gold exchanges generally try to reserve this particular coinage for investors with troubled retirement accounts. While physical possession investors can purchase a wide range of collectible coins that are completely private, IRA investors are only allowed to utilize one government non-confiscatable coin - the Gold Eagle Proof. This coin has been significantly more profitable than its bullion counterpart over the last eight years as well as completely private, so contact us directly if you are ready to supplement your IRA or non-IRA portfolio with gold Eagles and other physical gold investments. 

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St. Gaudens gold coins feature the image of Lady Liberty bravely striving forward on the obverse, and the reverse of the coin displays the majestic American bald Eagle. Saint-Gaudens passed away before his creation was finalized and put into production, but from 1908 forward investors and collectors worldwide have been privy to holding this magnificent coin.

In 1933, Roosevelt’s cousin Franklin confiscated the gold bullion of US citizens in an attempt to restore faith in the US dollar and pay down national debt. Many St. Gaudens gold coins survived this historic gold confiscation because of their collectability, and today’s investors utilize these same coins for wealth preservation and financial privacy.

These coins were historically able to combat the ill effects of national economic crises, such as the ones that our nation is facing currently. Investors are counting on historic trends to repeat themselves, as they have done since our recession began three years ago.

St. Gaudens gold coins track the gold spot price listed on the COMEX division of the New York Mercantile Exchange (NYMEX), and they have been deemed private and non-confiscatable by Executive Order 6102, Section 2-B.

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Australian Kangaroo gold coins feature an image of the largest gold nugget ever found. The 2,284-ounce “Welcome Stranger” nugget was found in Western Australia in 1869, so the Perth Mint decided to commemorate this occasion on the reverse of the gold Kangaroo coin. The Australian Kangaroo gold coin was originally titled the “Australian Nugget,” but a 1990 design change eliminated the giant nugget, which was replaced by, obviously, a kangaroo.

The Perth Mint alters the design of this gold coin annually, so the varying display of the kangaroo on the coin makes these pieces valuable to collectors as well as investors. The obverse of these coins feature a profile image of Queen Elizabeth II, which is the same design utilized on the majority of Australia’s gold coins.

Gold Australian Kangaroo coins are classified as bullion, because they are very commonplace due to the Perth Mint’s unrestricted production ability. Unlike the Lunar coins that Australia is also famous for, there is no limit on how many Kangaroo coins can be produced each year.

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The production and fame of British Sovereign gold coins grew along with the British Empire. At various times throughout history, gold British Sovereigns coins have been minted in Pretoria, Bombay, Ottawa, Melbourne, Perth, and Sydney. Hundreds of millions of British gold Sovereigns were struck throughout the years, so these coins are very common and readily available to investors around the world.

Gold Sovereign pricing depends on the current gold market spot price, the availability of the coins at any certain dealer, and the volume of coins that you purchase. These coins trade very close to the gold spot price, and the low premium for these British gold coins is attributed to their high minting numbers.

These coins are also very affordable because of the fact that gold bullion coins have become slightly less attractive within the United States. US investors are still purchasing gold in record volume, but many investors have converted their assets into pre-1933 US gold coins, which were not seized by the US government during its historic gold bullion confiscation. To learn more about British Sovereign gold coins, the historic gold bullion confiscation, or pre-1933 US-minted coins, call us now or email us for the best gold investment information available. 

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From 1917-1919, Mexican Peso gold coins were also produced in a 2-peso variety. However, circulation of gold coins ceased within Mexico in 1921, and many Mexican gold Pesos were transported to the United States. Holders of the Mexican Peso within US borders were disappointed in 12933, when the US government banned the gold bullion market and seized the gold bullion that was within the United States.

Gold bullion bars, many American gold coins, and other coins like the Mexican gold Pesos were confiscated by our government, melted down, and used to pay off US debt during the Great Depression.

Many American investors use Mexican Peso gold coins as a short-term investment, because the inherent gold content of these coins has been rising in value since 2001. These coins were minted in very high numbers, so they are not classified as rare an unusual. These coins trade based on the gold bullion spot price, so if our government institutes another gold bullion confiscation they would most likely take the gold Mexican Pesos again.

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American investors shy away from holding the gold French Roosters and other gold bullion coins because they could be seized by our government in a national financial emergency, as was the case in 1933. The Great Depression was in full swing and America was in the worst of ways. The US government confiscated gold bullion from her citizens, artificially raised the price gold spot price, and used their newly obtained ore to pay off our national debt. Our government could take our gold bullion again, which would make it illegal and impossible to buy, sell, or trade gold bullion within the United States. French Rooster gold coins, Canadian Maple Leaf gold coins, and other internationally manufactured gold bullion coins within US borders could be subject to confiscation, just as international bullion products were historically.

If you are considering a short-term gold investment that could profit if the gold spot price continues to rise, gold French Roosters might could be the perfect fit for your portfolio’s needs. If you desire to possess physical gold for a longer period of time, and you would like to own gold that was not historically confiscated, there are gold coins available to you, as well. Contact us directly through email or our toll-free number to get started. 

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Indian Head coins were produced by the US Mint between 1907-1933 in the $10 denomination. This coin contains ½ ounce of gold, and in 1908 president Theodore Roosevelt authorized the minting of the smaller denominations. The $5 and $2.5 coins bear a recessed design, so the image of Lady Liberty with the Indian headdress goes into the coin rather than out of the coin.

Many people originally feared that the recessed nature of the coin could make it a disease carrier, but it is now highly valued as a collector’s item and a long-term investment. Even if the coin could transport disease, investment-grade coins are hermetically sealed in a secure plastic holder so the air-tight packaging can eliminate any fear of a disease carrying rarity.

Indian head gold coins were minted until 1933, when our government confiscated and melted down millions of ounces of gold to pay down national debt. These coins should not be confused with the $1 Gold Indians, which were minted between 1849 and 1889. Get a free information kit on American gold coins by emailing us or calling us directly. Our friendly specialists are trained to offer obligation-free assistance so that you can make a wise gold investment. 

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The original coins and the restrikes were minted with 21.6-karat gold, and each coin contains 0.9802 ounces of pure gold. These coins are renowned for their relative affordability among gold bullion coins, because Coronas carry a 4-5% markup over the gold spot price.

Many investors have become interested in owning physical gold because our traditional investment avenues have been largely closed to profit-seeker in the last few years. Unlike gold stocks and other speculative gold derivatives, physical gold investments are considered safe-haven assets.

Investors usually prefer to store their gold in their house or in a nearby safety deposit box, because having control of the gold is what matters most. If our economy were to collapse entirely, investors who are holding physical gold would be able to call the shots. Our fiat currency is quickly going out of style, and many economists believe that the dollar could collapse within the next year.

If you were thinking of purchasing Austrian gold Coronas or other gold bullion coins, you may want to browse through our helpful investment tutorial beforehand. Gold bullion could be confiscated by our government if the economy continues to worsen, but there are types of gold that have been deemed non-confiscatable. Give us a call or register for our free gold tutorial today, because it is impossible to tell what our policymakers may do tomorrow. 

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South African Krugerrand gold coins are unique because they carry no face value. Most modern-day bullion coins, like the $50 Saint Gaudens and the $50 Canadian Maple Leaf, carry a fixed legal tender value. This “face value” is usually much less than the bullion coin is actually worth. Krugerrands have no face value, so their worth is based on the present gold spot price. In other words, South African Krugerrand gold coins are legal tender for the value of their bullion metal.

These coins were also the first to contain one full troy ounce of gold, because in 1967 many other nations did not mint bullion coins. The United States was on the Gold Standard, and it was illegal for US citizens to own gold bullion. Once President Richard Nixon removed the United States from the Gold Standard in 1971, many nations began operating mints and producing bullion coins that contained a troy ounce of gold or more.

Krugerrand coins were boycotted for many years because of the apartheid situation in South Africa, but that changed in 1994 and the top-producing gold country in the world has since made the Krugerrand the most widely owned bullion coin in the world. Through last year, over 46 million ounces of the Krugerrand series have been sold worldwide.

The South African Mint began producing fractional Krugerrands in 1980 in ½ ounce, ¼ ounce, and 1/10 ounce denominations, and these coins are widely valued by US investors as wise short-term positions in the gold market. To receive a free information kit about the Krugerrand or any other gold coin investment, contact us directly or give us a call today. 

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US investors were relatively new to the gold bullion market when Chinese Gold Panda coins were first released, and the China Mint placed large premiums on the pandas that still remain today. In 1982, US investors were only 11 years removed from a national gold bullion prohibition that President Franklin Roosevelt enacted at the height of the Great Depression in 1933.

Many nations first began minting gold coins after 1971, when US President Richard Nixon removed the United States from the Gold Standard and legalized gold bullion ownership. However, Roosevelt’s move also allowed for the US Treasury to fire up the dollar’s printing presses.

Snowballing debt is chasing down our nation’s financial future, so our government may again be forced to confiscate the bullion of US citizens. US investors have a way to free themselves from the threat of gold bullion confiscation, so investors who want to learn more about the gold market are invited to register and explore our free, award-winning gold investment tutorial. 

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Canadian gold coins are produced in one ounce, ½ ounce, ¼ ounce, 1/10 ounce, and 1/20 ounce denominations. The Mint produced a 1/15 ounce coin in 1994, but this unsuccessful coin was eliminated from the lineup after 1994. Canadian Maple Leaf coins are legal tender, but their face values are much lower than their actual market worth.

In 2007, the Royal Canadian Mint released a coin with a $1 million face value. The inherent gold was worth well over $2 million at the time. This incredible masterpiece was created as a promotional ploy for the Royal Canadian Mint, but orders for this coin have steadily trickled in since it was originally shown off. While this coin is certainly a rarity, the majority of Canadian gold coins are bullion items that could be confiscated by the US government within the next year. If you want to purchase gold coins that are deemed non-confiscatable, historic American coins may be a wiser investment. Contact us directly for more information on non-confiscatable, investment-grade gold coins. 

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American Buffalo gold coins are a relatively new investment option, but investors who purchase this coin usually do so for the same general reason. If you believe that the United States could be hurt by short-term inflation, and you want to hedge your portfolio against such adversity, the Gold Buffalo or Gold eagle coins may be right for you.

If you believe that our nation has dug a hole that could take years or decades to get out of, then American Buffalos, Eagles, or any other bullion coin may not suit you. If you foresee the United States in recession or depression, and you believe that the dollar could collapse, you may want to invest in certified gold coins.

The $20 Saint Gaudens and the $20 Lady Liberty were produced by the US Mint prior to 1933, and investors use these rarities as their long-term protection from rampant economic and geo-political turbulence. Contact us today for your free Insider’s Guide To US Gold Coins and to have all of your questions answered by our friendly specialists. 

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The first American Eagle gold coins were minted prior to 1849, and these coins are commonly referred to as the Lady Liberty Series. In 1849, California’s gold rush prompted Congress to authorize the first-ever $20 gold coins. These $20 rarities are known as American gold Double Eagles. The “double” is a reference to the fact that these coins are double the face value and size of any previously minted US coin.

American gold Double Eagle coins were minted until 1933, when our nation’s Great Depression forced our government to confiscate and melt down all the gold bullion bars and coins that were held by US citizens. Millions of would-be antiquities were lost forever when President Franklin Roosevelt instituted that unprecedented measure, but some of the Lady Liberty and Saint Gaudens coins have survived.

Roosevelt issued Executive Order 6102 to make gold confiscation official, and Section 2-B of this mandate exempted coins of rare and unusual value from gold confiscation, so some of the Saint Gaudens and Lady Liberty coins were free from the fiery fate of the melting furnance. Other investors decided to illegally hold their gold coins until the confiscation order expired…in 1971. Their 40-year hold ended up being profitable, but they were neither legal nor liquid for almost four decades. If you have questions about gold confiscation or protecting yourself with a physical gold investment, call us today to get your free, customized mail-out reports. 

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The $20 Liberty Double Eagle gold coin is world renowned for its aesthetic appeal and investment value. These coins, as well as the $20 Saint Gaudens coins, are testaments to a time when our government relied on hard assets like gold instead of speculative paper money. While the Saints were immediately regarded by President Theodore Roosevelt as American rarities, the original $20 gold coins were used in all facets of the American economy until 1933.

At that time, President Franklin Roosevelt confiscated all the gold bullion bars and coins, and certificates from US citizens. Roosevelt did this to strengthen the struggling US dollar. Once citizens were forced to turn in their gold bullion for $50 per ounce, they had no choice but to accept the dollar as the standard from of legal tender within US borders. If it wasn’t for the original gold confiscation, we would probably be using gold and silver as currency now, and we would be quite content to do so. Unfortunately, our government uses the dollar to closely monitor our wealth, so they would do anything possible to prevent it from collapsing.

In 1971, President Richard Nixon removed our nation from the Gold Standard, and this made it legal to own gold bullion. Unfortunately, it also made it lawful (but not advantageous) for our Treasury to run the printing presses overtime. Our national debt is booming because our policymakers have insisted on borrowing and consuming without producing anything of value. The international community has signaled that they want a change in US monetary policy, so another bullion confiscation could take place next year.

Investors who want protection from our lawmakers’ radical monetary policies are encouraged to purchase historic $20 gold coins that have been certified as Mint State by either the Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS) or the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC). Contact us directly to find out if your portfolio could use protection from losses in underperforming stocks, bonds, and cash accounts. 

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Large banks like JP Morgan and Merrill Lynch didn’t expect the Commodities Exchange (COMEX) gold spot price to reach $1100 until the end of 2009, but the dollar’s relentless freefall has elevated gold prices sooner than expected. The Gold Price Index (GPI) found at www.Kitco.com shows the movement of the gold spot price due to the dollar devaluation’s and increasing demand. The GPI currently shows that some investors have take profits today, but the negative effect on the gold spot price was countered by the substantial devaluation of our greenback. The rising gold spot price, which can be tracked live at www.Kitco.com and www.GoldPrice.net, immediately affected gold bullion coin prices. The one-ounce American Gold Eagle is trading at $1169, which is a 1.8% increase over Friday’s values. Gold coin price changes were also realized in the certified coin market, as seen on the Professional Coin Grading Service‘s price guide at www.PCGS.com.

Gold bullion coins are up 5.4% in the past month, and investment-grade certified coins are up 9.8% in the same time period. While the current levels of profit-taking could sustain throughout the holiday season, the dollar index’s decline could outweigh these selloffs and escalate the gold spot price further. If you are concerned about our nation’s financial future, contact us directly at 800-300-0715 to learn more about the protection that you can find in the gold coin market. 

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In past cycles, gold and other commodities have risen even though mainstream markets faltered. Economists believe that we could be at the start of another gold cycle, because gold prices only started to rise eight years ago. Since 2001, gold has risen by over 400% and the gold spot price reached a new record of $1102 earlier today.

The gold spot price’s relentless climb has been noticed by the majority of our nation’s investors, and these investors have supplemented their portfolios with a significant amount of gold in the last 72 hours. While some investors have decided on a short-term bullion investment, most US investors have opted for a long-term position in the gold market. These investors have ravenously attacked the certified coin market, and $20 Saint Gaudens gold coin prices have been increased to satisfy this unprecedented demand. To learn more about the $20 Saint Gaudens gold coin or to trade this coin yourself, call www.GoldCoin.net directly at 800-300-0715. 

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Although major players like JP Morgan didn’t expect the gold spot price to reach $1100 until 2010 was closer, investors have taken it upon themselves to extend gold’s recent rally to $1071. After the spot price dropped about 2% from that October 14th peak, profit-taking stalled and the spot price started to climb again. After reaching $1099 yesterday afternoon, the gold spot price hovered in the $1090s throughout the majority of today’s trading session.

Gold coin price fluctuations occurred early and often this week, in both the bullion coin market and in the certified coin market. Gold bullion coins are up an average of 3.8% this week, and some investment-grade certified coins are up 5.4% per the Professional Coin Grading Service price guide at www.PCGS.com. While a mild stint of profit-taking could be seen leading up to the holiday season, market analysts say that investors have every reason to believe that the current rally is sustainable and that it may even intensify once our government’s stimulus funds expire. If you are concerned about the future of our nation and your finances, contact www.GoldCoin.net directly at 800-300-0715 to learn more about the protection that you can find in the gold coin market. 

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After gold was discovered in California in 1849, our government assigned Master Ingraver James Longacre to design the $1 gold piece, and Longacre developed all three varieties of this particular coin. The Type 1 variety was minted between 1849-1854, and it features Lady Liberty on the front of the coin. The reverse side shows a symbolic wreath, and rare versions of this coin show a wreath that is open at the top.

The Type 2 gold dollar was introduced in 1854, and this variety was minted for only two years. The so-called “Indian Head” dollar was actually meant to be Lady Liberty with a headdress, but the “Indian head” designation has lasted throughout the generations. The Type 2 gold dollar is slightly smaller than its’ successor, the Type 3 $1 gold coin. The Type 2 coin is the rarest of the three $1 coins minted between 1849, and1889, because it was produced in very low numbers, and even fewer coins exist today.

Struck between 1856 and 1889, the Type 3 $1 gold piece also features a larger head on the coin’s obverse (front). The portrait on Type 2 and Type 3 coins is very similar, but the coin was enlarged and flattened to make it easier to strike, stack, and handle.

Investors who would like to buy, sell, and/or trade $1 gold coins should contact a reputable third-party grading service such as the Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS) or the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC). If your coins have been certified by one of these two industry-recognized entities, contact the Certified Gold Exchange directly for historical data, live quotes, and current projections. 

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President Theodore Roosevelt authorized the revamping of American coinage in 1907, and he hired world-renowned sculptor Augustus Saint-Gaudens to complete the task. $10 Indian Head gold coins feature a head-dressed Lady Liberty, as a symbol of our true American heritage. The opposite side of the coin honors one of our national icons, the American bald eagle. The intricacy and detail that Saint-Gaudens incorporated into the Indian Head coins is not only aesthetically pleasing; these coins carry numismatic value that has appreciated significantly due to increased global demand.

$10 Indian Head gold coins were minted from 1907-1933, at which point most American gold coins were melted down by our government. Though it was not the first $10 gold coin ever produced by the US Mint, this particular half-ounce rarity is undeniably a must-have for collectors of American coins. Investors enjoy the Indian Head because it is an affordable coin that is completely private. The $10 denomination of the Indian Head coin is in an extremely limited supply, but large-volume gold exchanges should be able to fill your order with no problems. Visit www.Gold-Investment.info to learn more about the wealth preservation powers of historic American rarities. 

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Roosevelt outlawed the hoarding of gold, and millions of the $10 Lady Liberty gold coins were retrieved between 1933-1971. The melted coins were formed into bars and stored at Fort Knox, Kentucky, and our Treasury Department could then claim that our dollar was backed with real value. Forget the fact that our citizens would’ve rather kept the gold for themselves (similar to our current situation), because our government would never allow for the demise of the greenback…if they could help it.

After President Richard Nixon removed the US from the Gold Standard in 1971, we were again permitted to invest in physical gold. Of course, this meant that the Treasury Department could again fire up the printing presses, which has created a situation very similar to that of 1933. The surviving $10 Lady Liberty gold coin investments could be useful in the event of another gold confiscation, which many economists believe is imminent. Many of these coins have been certified as Mint State by either the Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS) or the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC), and they would most likely not be confiscated by our government.

In addition to the non-confiscatable status of these rarities, many investors appreciate the substantial profits that these certified coins have generated. The MS64 $10 Lady Liberty, which is a half-ounce coin, has produced almost double the profit of a half-ounce gold bullion investment every year for the last three years. Investors who would like to preserve their wealth and possibly and expand it are encouraged to contact a reputable gold dealership for live quotes and helpful assistance. 

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The $20 Liberty was minted from 1850-1907, when it was replaced by the $20 Saint Gaudens. The obverse of the Liberty coin depicts Lady Liberty herself, and the back side shows the heralded American bald eagle. Three different versions of the $20 Lady Liberty gold coin were produced, and each of these three versions carries a slightly different design on the back. The Type-1 Liberty is considered the “No Motto” version because it lacks the “In God We Trust” designation. The Type-2 coin includes that motto, as well as a “Twenty D” marking. The third version of the $20 Liberty was minted with the motto and the full “Twenty Dollars” inscription. Many collectors and investors have set a goal of owning all three types of the $20 Lady Liberty coin.

Unfortunately, most of the $20 Lady Liberty coins were melted down by President Franklin Roosevelt in 1933. Only a small number of these coins survived Roosevelt’s Executive Order 6102, which decreed that all gold bullion coins were to be turned in to our government for $50 per ounce. If our government confiscates gold again, the surviving Liberty coins would most likely be exempt from such a confiscation(even though our government COULD do ANYTHING). These coins are American antiquities, and there aren’t enough of thee coins to help or hurt our fiat currency. Investors should visit www.Gold-Investment.info to learn more about the historic confiscation of gold bullion from US citizens

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While the $20 Saint Gaudens gold coin does not fluctuate as wildly as the gold spot price, wise investors monitor the spot price occasionally, because significant movement of the gold spot price will affect the value of all commonly traded gold coins. By purchasing in a “valley” like the gold price is in right now, investors can maximize their potential growth. No investment moves in a straight line, so many analysts called for this pullback after gold ran up to $1071 per ounce on the Commodities Exchange (COMEX) three weeks ago. By purchasing the $20 Saint Gaudens and other pre-1933 US coins when the spot price is dormant or decreasing, investors may be able to take a position in the market for substantially less than when the gold price reaches one of its many yearly peaks.

Of course, investors who bought their $20 Saint Gaudens gold coins at a peak are not in trouble, since these numismatic coins are long term investments. The accelerated growth that these coins have historically exhibited will most likely continue until the threat of gold bullion confiscation is not so immediate, so investors who purchased their Saint Gaudens holdings on a peak are still likely to see sizable growth throughout the next few years. 

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The scary thing about the CCI is that once consumers see the numbers, and realize that they are supposed to be worried, their already monstrous anxiety level doubles. Although our financial crisis has caused panic for some American families, members of the mainstream media have done an incredible job of distorting the facts and twisting the truth, which has kept most consumers placated. These blind loyalists have refused to believe that our leaders do not have all the answers, but this ever-declining demographic will hopefully come to their senses before it is too late for them to secure their financial futures. Some investors have already taken steps to hedge their stock-lined portfolios, in case corporate America falters due to tight-pursed consumers. Wholesale gold coins have become a popular investment avenue for many US stock investors, and this market could generate lots of new wealth during the next decade. 

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While some regional banks have managed to stay profitable, analysts fear that these banks have underestimated their forecasts for future losses. Loan defaults will likely increase with the unemployment level, so analysts have predicted that regional banks will turn in lackluster performances for the next few years. There are 11 regional banks in the S&P 500 index, and these institutions could lose a culminate $10.4 billion this year, according to Thomson Reuters. If these monumental losses continue, many US investors will remain and/or increase their stake in the gold coin market. By visiting www.Gold-Investment.info, investors can learn what type of gold coin represents the proper diversification tool for their portfolios. 

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The fear of another national depression has driven many Americans to enter the gold coin market. Investors value gold because it is a US dollar-based commodity that could appreciate with inflation, and some gold coin investments are especially attractive right now because of their non-confiscatable status in the eyes of our government. The MS63 Saint Gaudens and the MS61 Lady Liberty remain two of the most popular investment-grade coins, because these American relics have outpaced gold bullion’s growth over the last two years. The possible growth that these coins could undergo during the next three years notwithstanding, the privacy that they also provide for investors who take physical delivery, is unquestionable.

The gold spot price was slightly repressed this afternoon, but investors in the gold coin market are expected to increase their holdings substantially this year, largely due to their anxiety over a second possible gold bullion confiscation, and their general distrust of our government. Economists expect that activity within the gold coin market will increase in proportion to the number of American investors who sacrifice their belief in an overnight improvement of our nation’s employment sector. 

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Investors who believe that our economic recovery will require more than “a couple of years” are encouraged to take a long-term position in the gold coin market. Gold and silver’s value to investors should increase as our traditional markets succumb, and the gold coin market is a private and affordable way to gain independence from our economy’s demise. Visit www.Gold-Investment.info for more information on how to buy, sell, and trade precious metal products. 

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The Federal Reserve unveiled a proposal today that it would oversee banking payback policies, and the fact that this bumbling government branch wants more financial authority has flabbergasted many of our nation's investors. The Fed argues that their added supervision will ensure that traders no longer bet their clients' funds wildly and recklessly. While this proposal sounds reasonable, critics have highlighted that the Fed has enough problems of its own, including the current paradox of what to do with the key lending rate. The Fed has kept interest rates at historic lows for a long time, and economists maintain their stance that our nation's central bank will have no choice but to raise the key lending rate next year. This means that investors also have to brave long-term inflation, in addition to their mounting fears over our nation's faltering banking system.

Some of these investors have taken a position in the gold coin market, since this market has been called one of the safest available for today's household investors. Experts at the Wall Street Journal have called for the gold price to reach $1500 next year, but the security that physical gold investments provide is the key motivator for many American investors. Many investors consider gold more trustworthy than our banks or our government, so the upward trend in gold could continue until this sentiment subsides. 

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It is ludicrous to proclaim economic recovery when jobs are being eliminated nationwide. Investors have applauded companies' efforts to produce profits during the last three months and even during October, which is traditionally a scary month for share holders. A great many of the profits are the direct result of job cuts, though, so investors and economists have taken the latest batch of earnings reports with a grain of salt. Long-standing companies such as Sun Microsystems, the New York Times, and Dell, have reduced their workforce by as much as 10%. Many keen economic eyes have seen what is happening. "At this point, we're still losing jobs. For those who say the economy has already turned, I'm dubious about that," said Dan Seiver, a finance professor at San Diego State University. "We're in the process of bottoming but we can't call it a recovery until we're creating net new jobs." Seiver's words echo those of so many individuals who have lost faith in our government's claims of an actual recovery.

Some of these investors have entered the gold coin market, which could see significant gains over the next three to five years. While some brilliant economists like Peter Schiff have called for gold spot prices of $5,000 or more, this writer sticks to a more conservative point of view when it comes to gold price projections. If gold maintains above $1000 prices through the end of 2009, we could possibly see growth of 12-18% next year. Investors who want to protect themselves with a gold investment, and possibly profit from the worst financial disaster since our Great depression, should contact a reputable gold dealer today. The current gold spot price is $1060.40 at 4:30pm EST, which is a $3.80 increase so far today. 

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The FDIC has voted to extend aid for banks who are unable to return loans borrowed from other banks. This maddening cycle of debt has frustrated bank account holders because these failing banks' names are concealed by the FDIC. There have been 98 bank failures in 2009, and over 400 anonymous banks are listed as "troubled" by the FDIC. Banks that qualify for loan repayment assistance will yet again be propped up temporarily at the expense of the American people. The FDIC has said that this program "has been an important factor in restoring liquidity and confidence in the banking system," but many American investors do not share this subjective view. These investors have depleted their bank accounts to store their funds privately, which is one of the reasons that physical gold investments have become so popular. The gold coin market offers privacy and the opportunity for potential profit, so investors who would prefer some protection from our current fiscal mess are encouraged to carefully research precious metals. 

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White House representatives have tried time and again to proclaim the benefits of the bailout and stimulus package. The cold, hard, facts do not lie, though, so these spokespersons have been jousting at windmills throughout the last few months. Our elected officials have been unable to sustain any growth in our nation's job market, and they are seemingly one step away from placing a suggestion box in front of the White House. "Everything is on the table," said senior White House adviser Valerie Jarrett. Investors don't take superlatives such as "everything" lightly, which could be one of the reasons that the gold coin market has seen such growth during the last few months. Some gold coins are completely private and government non-confiscatable, so investors who are wary of what the next few years may bring have purchased investment-grade gold coins. These coins track the price of gold, but also they carry a weighty premium that tends to appreciate over time. Investors who are searching for protection from the liberties which our government takes so freely are encouraged to take a position in the gold coin market, so that their wealth can be protected and nurtured until our economy is clearly back on the right track. 

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White House officials claimed earlier this year that all the bells and whistles on our economic stimulus plan would surely be enough to keep our national unemployment level below 8%. Only a few months later, the US jobless rate is 9.8% and climbing. Many economists expect the unemployment rate to surpass 10% before the end of the year, and even some government officials have conceded that it could be some time before our unemployment level declines. Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke believes that the unemployment rate will remain above 10% for an extended period of time before it shows signs of leveling off. Other economic experts have been far less generous. Some economists have explicitly stated that they fully expect our jobless rate to peak around 15-18% within the next few years, which is a scary concept for the millions of Americans who are unemployed or worried for their jobs.

The unemployment rate is not the only statistic for which our government needs to be held accountable. Our current administration has claimed on multiple occasions that the famed stimulus package has saved or created over 1 million jobs since February. The most recent reports show that about 30,000 jobs have been created for new infrastructure programs authorized by the bailout, which leads this writer to believe that the other 970,000 jobs must be located in Area 51 or another one of our government's hidden locales. Construction companies responsible for the majority of the 30,000 hirings have said that they have been awarded a total of about $16 billion from the government, although over $13 billion of those funds have yet to materialize. This caused some lawmakers to question the benefits of this unprecedented bailout package. "As the American people consider the disappointing results announced today, they are asking, 'Where are the jobs?'" said Indiana Republican Mike Pence. Pence, other lawmakers, and the general American population have become more suspicious of the motives behind the White House stimulus package, so many American investors have decided to assume control of their financial future by taking a position in the gold coin market. The diversification that gold coins could yield substantial profit during the next decade, but the privacy and security of US-minted gold coins is the main attraction for many of today's savvy investors. 

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US investors also received another bit of negative economic data today, which is directly related to our nation's struggling job market. Consumer spending was down 1.5% during the third quarter of 2009, and this worries many of our nation's retailers, who have suffered through pitiful holiday shopping seasons during the last two years. Many consumers have cut back or eliminated their 2009 holiday spending budget, because many of these Americans have little or no reserve if our economy collapses entirely. Some individuals have decided to hoard their cash, while other people have shifted their funds into the real estate market, which has lost significant value during the last two years. Other investors have decided to enter the gold coin market, by purchasing gold coins such as the American Gold Eagle and the Austrian Philharmonic. These bullion coins closely track the gold spot price, and their specialization as a short-term hedge against inflation is unquestionable.

Some investors feel that our nation's problems will not be resolved within the next year, and these investors may do better with a certified gold coin. These coins have traditionally been used for long-term portfolio protection, and the appetizing risk to reward ratio on some of these coins is appealing to many invstors. Investors who would like to learn more about the gold coin market are advised to speak with a professional broker from a reputable gold exchange. Gold is currently valued at $1068.50 per ounce, which is a 4.26% gain for the gold spot price within the last 30 days. 

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Gold bullion coins are highly recommended to investors who plan to hold their gold between 1-14 months. These investors are looking strictly for profit, because gold bullion items provide no safety from our government's far reaching, sticky fingers. American citizens could not hoard gold bullion from 1933-1973, and many economists fear that our current administration will follow President Franklin Roosevelt's radical dollar-strengthening model. Gold bullion is generally used by investors who day trade commodities, since the rapid fluctuations allow for quick profits. With privilege comes responsibility, so gold bullion investors must monitor their investment daily to avoid the pitfalls of bullion investing. Investors who want to take a long-term position in the gold coin market may do better financially with certified rare coins, since they are non-confiscatable and they fluctuate more gradually than the finicky gold bullion spot price. The current gold bullion spot price is $1064, just under the gold spot price's all-time high of $1071. The risk to reward ratio increases greatly with a certified coin investment, since many pre-1933 US-minted coins are 200-400% below their record highs. Investors are encouraged to visit www.Gold-Bullion.org, where free, valuable information about the historic gold confiscation is available. 

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Many Americans believe that our great nation is collapsing, and there is substantial evidence that lends credence to this theory. Our national unemployment rate is on pace to surpass 10% before the end of 2009, and many companies that have been in business for decades have turned in shockingly disappointing earnings reports for the last six consecutive quarters. US stock indexes are generally a good indicator of how our nation’s companies are doing, and many Wall Street economists predicted that we could see excellent third quarter earnings reports. Since US stock indexes recorded one of their best quarterly performances ever between July-September of 2009, this seemed like a realistic expectation. Many investors suspect that our government’s stimulus plan is merely a Ponzi scheme that simply transfers trillions of dollars in debt from one entity to another, and that this trickery cannot continue forever.

Eventually, someone will have to pick up the check, so investors in the gold coin market have decided to put their fate in their own hands rather than the trembling hands of our “fishy-grip” government. Investors who wish to gain independence from our current administration’s misdeeds are encouraged to contact a reputable gold dealer, who can clearly outline the various ways to invest in the gold coin market. 

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A large number of our government’s financial departments seem to be issuing SOS messages simultaneously. The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) is broke, our Labor Department announced last week that the United States is home to a 9.8% unemployment rate, and many economists fear that the Federal Reserve will soon be forced to raise interest rates. Rising interest rates historically set off an extreme case of long-term inflation, and most Americans think that they are financially unhappy now. Many have said that Bernanke knows what he is doing because he is a student of history, but many historical figures were unfortunately far more dedicated to making the history books than they were to making a positive historical change.

A lack of faith in our political and financial leaders is a key reason why so many investors are taking a position in the gold coin market. Gold is globally valued for its liquidity and privacy. Many economists believe that gold could reach $1100 per ounce by the beginning of 2010, and they think that the $44 gain that the gold price made last week could be just an inkling of what is in store for precious metal investors. 

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There are a wide variety of gold coins that are available to stateside investors today, including the American Eagle modern-day bullion coin. That coin’s obverse design is actually a near-replica of a legendary older coin that was minted between 1907-1933, known as the Saint Gaudens Double Eagle. Investors usually purchase this $20 gold piece when it has been graded and sonically sealed by the Professional Coin Grading Service(PCGS) or the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation(NGC). This coin carries a much higher premium than its post-1986 counterpart. In addition to its inherent gold value, PCGS and NGC-graded coins carry a numismatic value that tends to grow with the passage of time. Long-term investors generally choose this coin over the modern-day American coinage because of its proven track record for providing safety and profit, but anyone who is considering a stake in gold should carefully weigh all of the possibilities before altering his or her portfolio. 

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The US Department of Labor reported on Thursday that 521,000 individuals applied for first-time unemployment benefits last week, which is a slight decrease in 554,000 claims filed the week before. Officials had previously predicted that 540,000 individuals would end up in the unemployment line last week, and the less-than-expected turnout gave some investors optimism, as evidenced by rising US stock indexes. Investors should take this new data with a grain of salt, however, because economists say 325,000 lost jobs per week is considered appropriate for a healthy economy. Our job market has recently seen weekly personnel slashes that approach twice that amount, meaning that we could be in a recessionary period for the long haul.

There are 16 million unemployed Americans, and almost 9 million of these are currently receiving unemployment assistance. Some are receiving benefit packages of 39 or even 52 weeks, thanks to our government’s emergency stimulus program. If we continue to see unemployment rates rise, our country may not be able to support itself over the long-term. Some investors are taking matters into their own hands by purchasing privately held assets. The gold coin market has attracted some of these investors, since gold coins provide worldwide liquidity and are easily stored, and many believe that this market could continue to see growth throughout much of the next decade. 

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Kevin Johnson

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The gold price, and the value of other currencies, is closely tied to our own dollar. Commodities like gold and oil are priced in dollars, so a weakening dollar tends to raise the price of dollar-based resources. International outcry over our government’s monetary practices has devalued the dollar almost as much as the monetary practices themselves have stripped our dollar of its worth. “The prime driver of the recent rally in the gold price…was the weakening of the U.S. dollar…(and) we generally agree that in the long run physical gold beats equities," wrote analysts at Nomura International in a note to clients. Many economic experts have a similar mindset to those who work for Nomura International, who believe that long-term inflation within our nation could become a real threat to the relevancy of our dollar. Investors who anticipate a long period of high inflation have either entered, or increased their stake in the gold coin market. Many feel that precious metals could perform admirably for investors during the next few years, especially if our leaders in Washington continue to load backbreaking bales of straw onto the trembling camel that is our nation’s currency.  

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Kevin Johnson

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October 6, 2009 – Today’s gold coin market is profoundly changed from 48 hours ago, because the gold spot price reinvented itself during that time period. This caused some novice precious metals investors to laud gold and other commodities, as the next big things. Savvy investors are not swept up by this excitement, however, because they know that gold has been steadily increasing since 2001, and many gold investors expect record prices to be broken on a regular basis during the next few years. Today’s highest gold spot price was $1044 on www.Kitco.com and www.GoldPrice.net, and the gold coin market has changed accordingly. 

Gold bullion coins are now trading at levels surrounding $1100, depending on the coin in question. South African Krugerrands and Swiss francs are on the lower end of the spectrum, while the Austrian Philharmonic and the American Eagle tend to cost 1-4% more. The original American Eagle, the Saint Gaudens gold coin, increased 1.6% in value in the MS63 grade, according to the PCGS price guide. Gold’s value on the New York Mercantile Exchange(NYMEX) leveled off at $1040 this afternoon, but this slight decline as reflected in Commodities Exchange(COMEX) gold, did not have a detrimental effect on certified gold coins. Conversely, the gold coin market was transformed somewhat by the unusually large number of investors who converted bullion bars and coins to certified gold coins. The increased security that rare, certified coins could provide was enough reason for many investors to change positions today. Economists believe that the gold coin market could see further fluctuations as corporate earnings reports are released throughout the next two weeks.   

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October 5, 2009 – Investors who hold a position in the gold coin market could expect to see significant upwards movement in their coins over the next few years, if recent economic indicators prove to be accurate. Despite a 2009 third quarter that saw the Dow Jones Industrial Average(DJIA), the Nasdaq market, and the S&P 500 indexes rise substantially, our nation’s long-term unemployment tally has surpassed 5 million people. Some wide-eyed stockbrokers are hopeful that a bull market is underway, but increasing corporate debt could prove to play a sinister role in stock profit recovery. Others fear that growing unemployment and foreclosure levels could serve as an invisible ceiling for US stocks. Corporations could very well be unable to sustain shares’ growth after President Barack Obama’s stimulus donations deplete, and the gold coin market could conceivably thrive until 2013. By then, unemployment levels could peak at around 18%, after years of weak consumer spending finally takes its full toll on businesses and factories. Investors who follow the gold coin market are aware that a better economy could mean lower gold prices, but these same investors predict a bumpy road for at least the next handful of years. 

The gold coin market is quite expansive, and investors who are not familiar with precious metals are encouraged to conduct full background checks on a firm before making any purchases. Investors who hope to take profits within a short amount of time may do better with bullion South African Krugerrands, or American Gold Eagles. Those who would like to own gold for years or even decades, typically vest in certified gold coins, like the Saint Gaudens Double Eagle or the Lady Liberty Double Eagle. These pre-1933 US coins, which are graded and certified by either the Professional Coin Grading Service(PCGS) or the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation(NGC), provide security for investors who seek long-term diversification into precious metals. These coins could continue to outperform gold bullion in the future, as they have done for the last 12 consecutive months. 

Investors who are unsure of the correct type of gold for their portfolio are encouraged to visit www.Gold-Investment.info, where a helpful, online tutorial clearly outlines the steps to a wise gold investment. Gold’s per-ounce spot price at 12:30pm EST is $1011.40, which is an $8.10 increase so far today. 

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Kevin Johnson

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Unemployment rates and inflation are not a new obstacle for US investors. In the 1970s, stagflation elevated the gold price to $850 after recessions in the 1960s wiped out jobs and consumer confidence. The gold coin market ended up with a total 1000% in that cycle, while cash accounts and undiversified portfolios were devalued significantly. However, the 1970s were not the first years that gold thrived during a bad economy. In the 1930s, the Great Depression took job losses and inflation to an even more extreme degree. Gold, silver, and other commodities skyrocketed, and in 1933 our government confiscated gold bullion in order to reconstruct to the dollar. The non-confiscatable gold coin market, as well as other commodities, climbed even higher, and economists believe that history could be ready to repeat itself.

The 1933 gold bullion confiscation is discussed further at www.Gold-Bullion.org, where recallable and government non-recallable metals are clearly distinguished. Today's gold bullion spot price is $1004.20 at 1:30pm EST, which is a 0.33% increase over today's opening levels. 

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Kevin Johnson

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Reported in an article that was released this morning, Kerr wrote that investors who get back to the basics now could see more opportunity for growth than those who invest in stocks or the dollar. Commodities and natural resources have historically maintained their value and yielded profits when the dollar weakens. Kerr believes that China could attempt to remove our nation's dollar as world reserve currency, and he thinks that the mounting case against the dollar could mean a progressively higher gold price. Many investors experience axiety over abandoning the traditional investments that they have held for so long, like Wall Street stocks and Treasury bonds. Commodities such as gold, silver, sugar, and wheat could outpace mainstream investments over the next decade or longer, if our government continues to follow its current monetary policy. A deep-seeded economic turnaround could mean lower gold prices, but economists believe that the worldwide financial recession will most likely continue for 10 to 15 years.

The gold coin market could be greatly stimulated if our government's financial strategy continues, and gold is currently valued at $1003.80 per ounce on the Commodities Exchange(COMEX) division of the New York Mercantile Exchange(NYMEX). This precious metal is up 5.4% over the last 30 days, and information on all investment-grade precious metals is available at www.Precious-Metal.org. 

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After shrinking every quarter for the last two years, some idealistic economists thought that our fledgling economy would actually begin to blossom this summer. Some financial "experts" and White House officials thought that the economy would grow by as much as 3%. Those dreams will remain dreams for now, as the Treasury Department has announced that the US gross domestic product(GDP) shrank 0.7% in the last three months. A nation's GDP measures the value of all goods and services that are produced within that particular country. The GDP of the United States is expected to shrink significantly over the next few years, as inflation erodes the value of goods and services provided by our country. The Obama administration's stimulus package cushioned the latest GDP numbers, leaving many analysts in fear of an even worse GDP number when the fourth quarter of 2009 draws to a close. As the United States and her citizens continually lose the independence that has been enjoyed by so many for so long, the gold coin market offers a historically proven alternative to rejuvenate a down-and-out portfolio.

Gold coins are valued around the world for their beauty, numismatic value, and inherent safe-haven status. Investors who are new to the gold coin market should visit www.Gold-Investment.info for more information on precious metal investing. The current gold spot price is $1008.40 on the New York Mercantile exchange(NYMEX), which is a $15.40 increase so far today. 

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Kevin Johnson

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The FDIC Board of Directors is expected to vote today on whether to propose that banks prepay $45 billion of their premiums. These funds would go towards the $100 billion needed to cover bank failures. Many banks, even supposedly healthy ones, are closing due to rising mortgage and auto-loan defaults. This increase in defaults is attributed to the growing number of unemployed Americans who are now unable to make payments on items that they previously thought they could. The FDIC is expected to remain in the red for at least two more years, but many investors have doubts that the current US banking system will ever return to the black. An unexpectedly sharp rise in bank failures drained the FDIC, and more failures are expected to mount as the industry continues to lose leverage. The FDIC levied a $5.6 billion fee on banks in May, and warned that future fees could be imposed to ensure that bankers' funds are protected. Those measures appear to fall well short of what is needed, and many investors believe that the current system is far too gone to salvage.

The most popular alternative to storing funds in a bank is to purchase pre-1933 US gold coins that have been graded by the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation, or the Professional Coin Grading Service. The gold coin market has seen explosive growth from these coins, which are an excellent wealth-preservation vehicle. The profit potential for these coins is also quite alluring, with pre-1933 US gold expected to vastly outperform other markets over the next 10 years. Visit www.Gold-Coin.com for a deeper understanding of gold coins, and to learn how they can fortify your portfolio today. 

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Kevin Johnson

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The stock market may be in limbo for a while, according to AP Business Writer Sara Lepro. Stocks tumbled last week due to disappointing reports from the housing and manufacturing sectors. More stock sell-offs could be seen in the near future. The recent "green shoots" in stocks, caused by the government's outpouring of monetary support, "has left some people with an itchy trigger finger," according to Northern Trust chief investment strategist Jim McDonald. The Labor Department is expected to release the latest unemployment numbers later this week. Reports on home sales, factory orders, and consumer confidence and spending are also due out on Friday. "Typically, stocks will be soft going in to the actual earnings report," McDonald says. Economists expect a possible 3% pullback in stocks this week, while the gold coin market could rise due to growing economic fear. Consumer fear is growing because of traumatic developments (or setbacks), like widespread layoffs, shrinking portfolios, and general distrust of the government.

Gold coins have historically balanced underperforming portfolios that have held losing stocks, unprofitable bonds, and weak interest bearing accounts. The gold spot price is $995.20 at 11:30am EST. This is a 0.35% gain for the trading day. Numismatic coins and gold bullion coins, which trade based on the active spot price, can be researched further by household and institutional investors at www.gold-coin.com. 

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Kevin Johnson

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The two-day Group of 20(G20) Summit started on Thursday with Germany, France, and other European nations chastising the United States for its laxidasical regulatory measures in her financial markets. Many bank executive bonuses paid by taxpayer funds are drawing the ire of the summit countries, and they all agree that finding a way to economic recovery will be a tedious and difficult task. Chinese President Hu Jintao said today that "a full economic recovery will take a slow and tortuous process." Realism or pessimism, it made no difference on Friday afternoon as brokers liquidated stocks and fled to safe-haven assets. The gold coin market and other commodities could see substantial increases in value over the next 10 to 15 years, if market analysts who have been calling the rise in gold since 2001 are right. Investors who want to buy and sell repeatedly within a short time span could do well with gold bullion coins like the Chinese Panda or the Austrian Corona. Government intervention into the financial markets is a scary thought for many investors, and those who want a private investment that also serves as an insurance plan should look closely at certified gold coins. Coins certified by the Professional Coin Grading Service(PCGS) and the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation(NGC) offer a long-term investment into precious metals that is readily liquid should a need arise.

More information on raw and certified gold coins is available at www.gold-coin.com. Gold bullion coins trade based on the active Commodities Exchange(COMEX) spot price, which is currently $993.10. Certified gold coins track the price of bullion but they also hold the numismatic value needed to classify a coin as non-confiscatable. Gold is up 4.78% in the last 30 days and 13.2% in the last year. 

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Kevin Johnson

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Thursday morning was a busy day for stockbrokers and commodities traders alike, as a plethora of new data was made available to investors. The housing sector, which is supposedly being aided by President Barack Obama's $8000 rebate for buyers, posted a 2.7% drop from the previous month in the number of homes sold during August. The decline in home purchases made over the last few years is also worrying many investors who do not own real estate. Many companies and stocks are closely tied to the free-falling housing market. The value of raw building materials, construction companies, and numerous other aspects of the industry could be forced downward if consumer spending remains at a standstill. Many economists expect that consumer spending will be curtailed throughout the holiday season because of the lack of so-called "disposable" income held by American citizens.

Despite being faced with tough times in the past, America has always triumphantly pulled through. The 1930s brought some difficult issues with it, but savvy investors who shifted away from losing assets and into gold coins did very well. There are no guarantees in life and certainly none in investing, but the yellow metal that has been rising since 2001 could break record-high levels, according to experts at the Wall Street Journal and Merrill Lynch. The gold spot price is $996 per ounce, which is a $50 escalation from levels 30 days ago. 

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AP Personal Finance Writer Candice Choi's article reveals that many consumers have learned to take charge of their finances since the recession started years ago. Certificates of deposit(CDs) and savings accounts provide investors with a small amount of interest, but savvy investors realize that inflation eats away any profits, and spending power is eventually lost. Banks around the nation are closing every day, and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation(FDIC) announced yesterday that they may have to borrow billions of Dollars from banks or the government to keep from going broke. Horrifying stories from those who have already lost homes and accounts due to bank closures make the hair stand on investors' necks. Gold coins offer investors an easy way to store a large amount of wealth in a very small space. Investment grade coins do not accrue any interest whatsoever, but investors enjoy them for their safe-haven status and numismatic value that could rise with the passage of time.

Investors who are new to the gold coin market and would like to know more about investment grade coins should visit www.gold-investment.info, which provides excellent answers and advice for anyone who is interested in entering the gold market. The gold spot price on the New York Mercantile Exchange(NYMEX) is $1013.20, which correlates to a 30-day gain of 7.51%. 

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