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Why is using coins as money easier than using gold bars?

Because coins are more portable than gold bars. (by Solomon Zelman)


Are gold bars better to invest in than gold coins?

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Investing In Gold Futures?

A top choice for investors, gold is a reliable source for investments in any economic condition. Gold is often bought, sold or traded depending on the market value by a number of investors, banks or private citizens. Gold that is used for gold futures investment often comes in the form of gold bars used by the United States Government or as bouillon coins. Another option to investing in gold futures is to purchase stocks in gold mining companies. These stocks may not always increase in value, and in some cases, may become worth far less than the cost of gold. Investing in gold futures is often a speculative endeavor, as the prices of gold fluctuate over time. While gold futures are often promising and in recent years have been rising steadily it is important to keep in mind that these rates may vary. Rates may suddenly drop or rise depending on the demand or the economy or may slowly change over time. Gold investments are often considered recession proof because the value of gold does not change the way normal currency does. Because gold cannot be printed the way currency can be and there is a limited supply to gold, the value often goes up, making investing in gold futures less risky than currency. Gold bullion coins used for investing in gold futures are often used as they come in a variety of weights, allowing for investors to purchase coins that meet their budget at the time. Investment grade gold coins are also used by investors to secure their gold futures. It is often recommended to purchase lower value investment grade coins as their value is not as high rising as other forms of gold investments. Small investors interested in investing in gold futures will find that gold coins are easier to obtain than gold bars. This is due to the fact that gold bars are subject to storage fees and other costs as the bars are most often stored by the broker instead of kept at the home. Gold coins can be kept in a bank box or at the investor's home, removing the need for storage fees or other costs.


What kind of money was used in Europe in 1899?

In 1899 all European countries had a gold currency. The silver and bronze coins for the smaller denominations were 'token' coins in that their metal value was less than their face value. However, in larger quantities they could be changed for gold coins.


What is the difference between gold and gold bullion?

Usually when people refer to gold they are talkinag about scrap gold like jewelry. When people speak about gold bullion they are reffering to government minted coins or bars. Check out the website I get all of my information from http://www.dgse.com Hope this helped


What country used the Krugerrand as currency?

Yes, it is a currency. Unlike other currencies, its value changes with the spot price of gold. Other nations have issued gold coins, usually with a lower denomination than its value in gold. But, Krugerrands are unique because there is no value minted on them.


Are gold coins in circulation?

The quick answer is yes. However, none of those minted coins are likely to be in circulation for use as a common currency. Gold bullion coins are more likely to be sold as collector's items than to be traded for goods in a store. I have gold coins from coin dealer like Apmex, JM Bullion, SD bullion etc.,. In Mar 22 I purchased american gold coin from BOLD Precious Metals. They give me good deal.


What objects contain gold?

Other than Banks; coins, jewellery, semiconductors, electronic plugs and sockets, teeth - the uses of an inert metal are large.


Are any of the gold 1.00 coins worth more than face value?

None of the gold colored dollar coins made from 2000 to date have any gold in them. Only a few error coins and collectors coins have more than face value.


What is the value of a gold coin that is 1 oz pure gold?

The price of gold 1oz is set once or twice a day by London. If you go to a teller in the Canadian Bank of Nova Scotia which sells coins, the teller will look it up in that day's printout and if you want to buy, she'll send to the vault for your coin. The coins are a little more expensive than the 1 oz bullion bars, and some coins are more expensive than others depending on rarity and beauty. For instance the Canadian Maple Leaf, South African Kruger Rand, and American Eagle which are essentially bullion coins are a bit more expensive than the bars but not as expensive as Chinese Pandas which are rarer and prettier. The price of coins can be found at kitco dot com.


Is pyrites more dense than gold coins?

No. Gold is much denser than pyrite.


What is Fractional Currency exactly?

Fractional Currency was used during the Civil War due to the fact that many people were hoarding coins for the metal and gold, not for the monetary value. Fractional currency is small denominations that are less than the standard monetary unit. For example, paper money that is worth less than $1. Fractional currency was commonly issued during the Civil War by the government.