What is the difference between a bullion coin and a gold coin?

Each Gold Eagle features 22-karat gold for both bullion, proof, and burnished coins. The bullion and proof coins include 1 oz, 1/2 oz, 1/4 oz, and 1/10 oz coins, while the burnished coin has just a 1 oz option.

Where can I buy a gold coin?

APMEX has an extensive selection of Gold coins. We make it easy to buy Gold – no need to search high and low for where to buy Gold, our website allows you to search by series or mint to find the Gold coin you’re looking for. Gold coin prices will fluctuate with the spot price of Gold, and our selection includes Gold coins for all budget levels.

What is the most valuable gold coin?

The Saint-Gaudens $20 Double Eagle is one of the most sought after gold coins on the market today. These gold pieces were produced by the U.S. Mint from 1907 to 1933. The coin is named after its designer, Augustus Saint-Gaudens, and is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful U.S. coins ever minted.

Can gold coins be used as legal tender?

First a foremost, coins are legal tender. They are given a face value and can technically be spent as money. (This was the norm under the gold standard prior to 1933. However, you would never want to do this today given how high the gold price is.) As legal tender, gold coins can only be issued by a government.