Friday, May 7, 2010

Gold coins

Gold coinsIt is always said that Old is Gold; however, gold never gets old. That is why it is always in demand. Over the centuries, gold has been seen regarded as a valuable metal for aesthetic purposes and as an investment for the bad times. It is a fact that throughout history gold’s worth “has never been zero’ at any point of time. Centuries later till today, gold is in demand for the above two purposes. Today, gold is available in ornaments, jewellery items, wrist watches, clothes, and as bricks and coins. Throughout the world, gold is as easy to buy as to sell.

Gold coins are hugely popular due their longevity, quality, rarity, and aesthetic sense. These coins come in different sizes depending upon their weight. As an investment, if you buy gold coins, you get a good premium for their rarity and quality over a period of time. Quality can be measured by the shine and purity of the gold (karat) coin. In the current financial scenario, buying gold coins is on a high due to various factors. The two most important factors being hedge against inflation and portfolio risk balancing.

Though gold coins were being minted since the inception of coinage across the world; the present day coins are either made for collectors or used as bullion coins for investment purposes. Wholesale gold coins are produced specifically for investments in different parts of the world. American eagle gold coins are one such category that is not only pure but also have a trademark value. The genuine American eagle gold coins are considered to be most popular among both the collectors and investors alike. These gold coins are sold throughout the country at select outlets and online also in various denominations. They have high quality, brilliant designs, and 22 karat pure gold.

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