Rare gold coins have been coveted acquisitions for decades. Their illustrious allure, and exquisitely detailed designs make them desirable to collectors and investors the world over. Rare gold coins have been especially popular long-term investments over the past few years, as traditional investments in stocks and bonds have virtually self-destructed from years of creative book keeping, irresponsible brokering, and excessive overprinting of our nation’s currency. As a result, vast numbers of disgruntled investors have converted their hard-earned investment dollars into precious metals investments like rare gold coins. Experienced investors agree that rare coin investments are among the best vehicles for long-term financial security, with the added possibility for future profit.

Investors have such strong faith in the long-term financial solidity of rare coins, because their inherent, numismatic value generally tends to appreciate over time. Some of the more popular rare coins include $20 Lady Liberty, and $20 Saint Gaudens, 22 Karat gold coins. Each of these beautiful gold coins contains nearly one full Troy ounce of pure gold, and a great many investors prefer to pay the added premium of having their numismatic value verified with an official “mint state grade” from either the PCGS (Professional Coin Grading Service), or the NGC (Numismatic Guaranty Corporation). Both of these companies are accepted worldwide as reputable, rare coin assayers, and rare coins that are certified by either or both of these companies are liquid in over 120 countries around the world. Investors are encouraged to continue researching this website, or to contact one of our highly trained gold specialists, who can accommodate them with institutional discounts.

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Investors are encouraged to conduct as much research as possible on their prospective rare coin investments, to maximize their long-term earning potential, as well as to secure long-term fiscal stability. Investors can log onto www.pcgs.com, or www.ngccoin.com, for the latest retail prices on popular, rare, Double Eagle coins like $20 Saint Gaudens, and $20 Lady Liberty coins. Saint Gaudens rare coins were minted from 1907 to1933, and are widely believed to be the most beautiful American coins ever minted. The coins share their name with their legendary designer, Augustus Saint Gaudens, a renowned sculptor who was commissioned by President Theodore Roosevelt, to design a $20 gold coin that would be more representative of 20th century coinage.

Rare coin investors also appreciate the beauty and diversity of $20 Lady Liberty coins, minted from 1850 to 1907, when the Saint Gaudens Double Eagle replaced her design. Today, investors still seek $20 Lady Liberty Double Eagles, as well as smaller Liberty denominations of $10, $5, and $2.5, to accommodate a broader range of budgets. All of these coins are considered to be ideal long-term investments, as their numismatic value generally tends to appreciate over time. More and more investors today, are paying slightly higher premiums for certified rare coin, as it has been evaluated, and assigned an official mint state grade, which designates its’ numismatic value. Investors are encouraged to continue perusing this site for other possible rare coin purchases, like Indian gold coins in $2.5, $5, and $10 denominations, or to consult with a friendly, highly-trained, gold investment specialist.

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As we all encounter the onset of an inflationary period with no real apparent time frame, more and more savvy investors are taking a pro-active position on their long-term financial security. Rare coins are widely believed to be the premier precious metal investment for fiscal protection, as well as potential growth. Investors can log onto www.pcgs.com, or www.ngccoin.com, for daily market updates, and retail prices on a wide variety of coins like Indians, and Double Eagle coins like $20 Lady Liberty’s, or $20 Saint Gaudens certified, investment grade rare coins. Coins that have been certified by either the PCGS (Professional Coin Grading Service), or the NGC (Numismatic Guarantee Corp), are verified for their authenticity and numismatic value, which is given an official “mint state grade” by either, or both of these world-renowned coin assaying companies.

Rare coins with mint state grades of between 61 and 66 are the most common investment grades, with 70 being the highest possible grade. Mint state grades of between 67 and 70, are usually reserved for serious collectors, as these rare coins command an exponentially higher premium than lower mint state grades. Investors are encouraged to research sites like www.gold-coin.com and www.goldcoin.net, to further compare retail prices on the pre-mentioned rare coins, as well as more exotic coins, like $4 Stella’s, and Indian gold coins, which come in $2.5, $5, and $10 denominations. Lady Liberty coins are also offered in $10, and $5 denominations, referred to as Eagles, and Half-Eagles, respectively. Shrewd investors are advised to consult a reputable, large-volume precious metal dealer, to avoid paying retail prices. Large-volume precious metal dealers conduct institutional transactions with banks and insurance companies, and can pass their savings from these buys onto household investors like you.

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It’s hard to put a price on peace of mind, which is why a great many experienced investors prefer to pay the slightly higher premium that certified gold and silver coins command. Investors can log onto www.pcgs.com, or www.ngccoin.com, for retail prices, buying options, and other research links to assist them. The numismatic value that rare coins possess generally tends to appreciate over time, and investors in certified gold and silver can rest easier, knowing that the inherent numismatic value of their precious metal investment is validated. There are two companies that are globally accepted rare coin assayers, the PCGS, (Professional Coin Grading Service), and the NGC (Numismatic Guaranty Corporation). Both of these companies evaluate rare coins, and assigns each coin an official mint state grade, which designates its’ numismatic value.

Mint state grades for investment quality rare coins usually range between 61 and 66, with a grade of 70 being the highest. Some of the more popular certified gold and silver items include 22 Karat gold Double Eagle coins like $20 Lady Liberty’s, and Saint Gaudens. These items could possibly be diversified with certified Morgan Silver Dollars, or Peace Dollars. Investors can comparison shop on www.bloomberg.com, or www.Kitco.com, for various denominations of Lady Liberty coins, which are offered in $2.5, $5, and $10 denominations, to accommodate a wide range of budgets. Gold Indian coins are also available. Investors are advised to avoid paying retail prices, by consulting a reputable, large-volume precious metal exchange. These types of dealers can customize investors’ specific financial needs, and also provide institutional discounts to household investors.

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I’ve advised you many times dear readers, never to commit to any precious metal investment, without first determining your own, specific, individual financial need and expectations. As I’ve also previously mentioned, rare gold coin investing is a specialized area, and the more research that an investor puts into his or her potential investment, the more peace of mind they will enjoy later. They also stand a higher chance of earning potential future profit, as rare gold coin investing is traditionally a long-term investment strategy. Current gold prices are rapidly climbing, and projected to climb higher in coming days and weeks, as the yellow metal has more than surpassed its’ projections for the first half of this month.

Gold was originally projected to meet resistance at the $930 mark, but instead blew right past it yesterday, and was hovering around the $946 level, earlier this afternoon. The spike in gold spot prices over the past few days has prompted further bullish projections, with gold hitting the $960’s, within the next few days. Conversely, dollar values continue to flounder, and just today, our nation’s Federal Reserve announced that inflation would be on the rise. (Now where have I heard all of this before?)
All of these economic developments seem almost like they’re being orchestrated straight from a textbook, with the demonstration of gold’s historic, inverse correlation with dollar values, and the subsequent announcements about inflation. Interested investors are advised to contact a reputable, large volume precious metal dealer, like the Certified Gold Exchange, for world-class consultation on rare gold coin investing, as well as competitive prices.

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Rare coins have traditionally been viewed as ideal long-term investments for financial security, and potential long-term profit. Their numismatic value generally tends to appreciate over time, so their premiums are significantly higher than merely the current market value of their precious metal content. A great many novice investors have recently purchased gold, as a means to convert their portfolios and retirement accounts from traditional investments in stocks and bonds. Many of those investors are now exploring the various diversification options that precious metals investing offers, and are now discovering the long-term benefits of rare coins. The luxurious look and ethereal feel of rare coins also adds to the enjoyment of physical ownership, as rare coins are also immersed in historical, and educational value.

Physical ownership is widely recommended by seasoned investors, as no banking system or electronic international marketing system is infallible. A great many novice gold investors initially purchased ETF’s, or Exchange Traded Funds, which are gold bullion shares that are purchased over the Internet. Traditional investors view these ETF investments to be speculative, as no physical gold ever reaches the actual hands of their investor. Those with ETF holdings may want to consider diversifying at least part of their “electronic bullion” into physical metal, for financial security, in the event of some unforeseen emergency. It is advisable for investors, who have carefully evaluated their financial needs, to consult a reputable, large volume precious metal dealer, like the Certified Gold Exchange, for expert advice on investments in rare coins.

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I’ve stated many times before, that rare coin investments, with all of their advantages, are a specialized area of precious metals investment. They should by no means be entered into without each investor first conducting a thorough, detailed evaluation of his or her own, individual, specific financial needs and expectations. It is only through this type of assessment, that a prospective investor can accurately determine which specific type of rare coin investment best suits his or her specific, individual investment needs. Investors are advised to avoid “hot tips” on rare coin investments from friends or loved ones, since no two people share identical financial concerns. Rare coins are traditionally used as long-term investments, so the more research that a prospective buyer conducts on his or her investment beforehand, the more secure he or she will feel about their long-term financial stability.

A great many savvy investors prescribe to the philosophy of having their rare coin investments certified, for added security and safety. For a nominal fee, two companies, the PCGS (Professional Coin Grading Service), and the NGC (Numismatic Guarantee Corp.), examine, evaluate, grade, sonically seal, and certify rare coins for trade on the global market. Certified coins are guaranteed for their authenticity, mint state grading, and precious metal content. Each coin comes with its’ own serial number and assay of authenticity, and is liquid in over 120 worldwide. They are also deemed by government decree to be non-confiscatable, in the event of a second government bullion retrieval from U.S. citizens, like the one in 1933. Interested investors are advised to contact a reputable, large volume precious metal dealer, like the Certified Gold Exchange, for expert consultation on rare coin investments.

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I’ve stated many times that rare coin investing is a specialized area of precious metal investment, and that under no circumstances should an investor make a rare coin purchase without first thoroughly evaluating their own, specific, individual financial needs and expectations. It is only through such an evaluation that an investor can accurately determine which specific type of rare coin investment best suits those specific needs. Today, there are a great many novice investors who initially converted their traditional investments in stocks and bonds into bullion, or ETF’s (Exchange Traded Funds). These investors are now considering the many options that rare coin investing has to offer, and the following is a brief overview of some of those options.

One of the main options that many seasoned investors prefer, is to pay the added premium of having their rare coin investment certified. Rare coins that are certified by either the PCGS (Professional Coin Grading Service), or the NGC (Numismatic Guarantee Corp.), are verified for their authenticity, mint state grading, and precious metal content. Most seasoned investors agree that rare coin investing is much less speculative, and worrisome when dealing with certified coins, as they are also deemed by U.S. Government decree to be non-confiscatable. Different certified coins also carry varying mint state grades, which designate different numismatic values to rare coins, depending on their rarity, historical significance, and overall condition. Investors who have carefully evaluated their finances are advised to contact a reputable, large volume precious metal dealer, like the Certified Gold Exchange, for friendly, expert consultation on rare coin investing, as well as competitive prices.

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Global economic developments over the last several years have prompted a mass exodus from traditional investments in stocks and bonds, and into precious metals. Precious metals investments have traditionally been viewed to be ideal for preserving wealth, as well as potentially augmenting it. One type of precious metal investment that has traditionally been considered to possess excellent long-term profit potential is rare U.S. coins. Rare coins possess numismatic value, which generally tends to appreciate over time. Time is something that most of us seem to have less and less of, which is why so many novice investors hastily opted for the speed and convenience of ETF purchases. ETF’s, or Exchange Traded Funds, are gold bullion shares that are transacted over the Internet.

Many seasoned investors believe ETF investments to be speculative, as no physical gold ever reaches the actual hands of the investor. Physical possession of at least part of a precious metal investment has traditionally been recommended, since no banking system, let alone any electronic global marketing system, is infallible. Rare U.S. coins are premier candidates for physical possession, as their exquisite beauty and majestic designs, make them coveted collectors items, as well as ideal long-term investments. Knowing this, ETF investors may want to consider diversifying some of their electronic gold holdings into physical metal, like rare gold coins. One popular consideration among investors is paying the slightly higher premium for having their rare U.S. coins certified. Interested investors are advised to contact a reputable, large volume precious metal dealer, like the Certified Gold Exchange, for expert consultation, and competitive prices.

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American coinage is undoubtedly among the most beautiful in the world, but Indian Head gold coins truly have a mystique all their own. Their elegant, yet rustic designs give them a distinguishing character that pays solemn tribute to the indelible, proud spirit of a once great nation within a nation. Their very image inspires our imaginations with thoughts of a now lost romantic time, when our young nation was forging her destiny of growth, liberty, and prosperity, by shedding blood, sweat, and tears. For these and other reasons, Indian Head gold coins are highly valued far beyond their exquisite, aesthetic beauty or their precious metal content. The following is a brief overview of one of these uniquely American treasures.

The $2.50 Indian Head gold coin was minted from 1908 to 1929, and consists of an alloy of 90% gold, and 10% copper. Copper was added to lend the coin strength and durability, and the absence of silver in the alloy also lends it a rich, orange hue. These beautiful coins also boast two “firsts” in American coinage, by having a true Native American’s image depicted on the coin, and also by being the first and only American coin to be struck with a sunken-in, or incuse relief. Before the $2.50 Indian Head was minted, Caucasian models wearing headdresses were used for these coins. Modern medicine didn’t exist at the time either, and the $2.50 coins’ incused relief also raised significant controversy, as it was believed that the surfaces of these coins were breeding grounds for disease.

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