Gold Market Insights

Category: How to invest in gold

  • ☆ Choosing old coins : high premium on pre-33 gold?

    In 2017 and 2018, I recall that you could purchase pre-33 gold coins in decent condition either below the spot price or slightly above it. Does anyone have insight into why the prices have experienced such a dramatic increase, resulting in premiums of 20% to 40%? Additionally, what could be considered a reasonable premium for…

  • 1926 $20 gold double eagle.

    The 1926 $20 gold double eagle is a United States gold coin that was minted in 1926. The 1926 $20 gold double eagle is considered a relatively common date compared to some of the earlier issues. The 1926 Saint-Gaudens coin is often considered a common issue within the series, but it still possesses distinct qualities…

  • ☆ Us gold coins: Federal Gold Coins of the United States Mint.

    In 1986, the United States began producing gold bullion coins again with the debut of the American Eagle in one ounce, half ounce, quarter ounce, in 22-karat gold. In 2006 they entered the 24-karat gold market with the Gold Buffalo $50 coin, and in 2007 with the First Spouse $10 dollar coin series. Current minted…

  • Are old gold coins a good investment?

    Throughout history, rare coins have consistently demonstrated the potential for substantial returns, surpassing the intrinsic metal value of the coin. Notably, between 1976 and 1980, elite coins saw an impressive appreciation of over 1,000%, followed by a remarkable 600% increase from 1982 to 1989, as reported by Finest Known, a newsletter specializing in rare coins.…