GOLD BULLION

Bullion refers to precious metals in bulk that are traded on commodity markets. Bullion takes many forms, including bars, ingots, and coins. When bullion is minted into coins, its face value as currency is far below the actual value of the metal. For example, the US Gold Eagle coin has a face value of $50 dollars, yet it contains one troy ounce of gold which has a value far greater than $50. This is because the value of bullion is determined by its mass and purity.

When bullion coins are minted by national governments, their purity is certified. The level of purity varies, but some bullion coins, such as the Canadian Gold Maple Leaf, can be as pure as 99.99% gold.

American Gold Eagle

Purity: 91.67% gold (22 karat)

American Gold Eagle

Denomination: $5, $10, $25, and $50

Metal Composition: 91.67% gold, 3% silver, and 5.33% copper

Total Weight: 3.393g, 8.483g, 16.965g, 33.930g


The beautiful and classic design of the American Gold Eagle bullion coin is captured in the graceful Striding Liberty, first created by Augustus Saint Gaudens for the 1907-1933 $20 U.S. Double Gold Eagle gold coin. The reverse depicts a nest of American eagles signifying the strength and security of American families. Only gold mined in the United States, by law, is used in the minting of American gold Eagle coins.

The 1986 Gold Eagle marked the introduction of this world renowned Gold American Eagle bullion coin series. It has since become the world’s most widely traded gold bullion coin.

Canadian Gold Maple Leaf

Purity: 99.99% gold (24 karat)

Canadian Gold Maple Leaf

Denomination: $1, $5, $10, $20, $50

Metal Composition: 99.99% gold

Total Weight: 31.1 g


The classic design of the gold Maple Leaf coin is virtually unchanged from its introduction. The bust of Queen Elizabeth II appears on the obverse side of the coin, gracefully aging across various vintage coins in a design by Arnold Machin.

Several other small changes can be found. The reverse depicts a single Canadian Maple Leaf, the national symbol of Canada. The finely detailed design has a proof-like strike.

Vienna Philharmonic

Purity: 99.99% gold (24 karat)

Vienna Philharmonic

Denomination: €10, €25, €50, €100

Metal Composition: 99.99% gold

Total Weight: 3.121 g, 7.776 g, 15.552 g, 31.103 g


The Vienna Philharmonic coin is issued every year, in four different face values, sizes and weights. It is used as an investment product (bullion coin), although it inevitably ends up in private collections. According to the World Gold Council, it was the best-selling gold coin worldwide in 1992, 1995 and 1996.

A design of musical instruments representing the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra, as well as the text Wiener Philharmoniker ("Vienna Philharmonic"), can be seen on the reverse of the coin.

South African Krugerrand

Purity: 91.67% gold (22 karat)

South African Krugerrand

Denomination: 1 oz

Metal Composition: 91.67% gold 8.33% copper

Total Weight: 33.93 g


The Krugerrand is a South African gold coin, first minted in 1967 to help market South African gold. The coin, produced by the South African Mint, proved popular and by 1980 the Krugerrand accounted for 90% of the gold coin market. The name itself is a portmanteau of Kruger (the man depicted on the obverse) and Rand, the South African unit of currency.

During the 70s and 80s some countries forbade import of the Krugerrand because of a perceived association with the apartheid government of South Africa, which has since been abolished. The Krugerrand today is a popular coin among collectors.

Mexican Peso Gold

Purity: 90% gold

Mexican Peso Gold

Denomination: 50 pesos

Metal Composition: 90% gold 10% copper

Total Weight: 37.5 g


Commemorating Mexico’s freedom from Spanish rule, the Centenario, or 50 Mexican Peso gold piece, is a historical Mexican gold coin that offers excellent bullion value. The Mexican Peso's low premium over spot makes it an affordable item for investors looking to diversify their bullion portfolio.

An attractive portfolio builder, the centenario has the same gold purity as the popular pre-1933 U.S. gold coins.

American Buffalo

Purity: 99.99% gold (24 karat)

American Buffalo

Denomination: $50

Metal Composition: 99.99% gold

Total Weight: 31.108 g


The 1913-1938 “Indian Head” nickel, with the buffalo reverse, is an essential bit of American nostalgia and history. Designed by the American master sculptor James Earle Fraser, it is just one of many enduring images he created. So popular is the Fraser “Indian Head” nickel that, prior to its selection as the U.S. Mint’s purest gold bullion coin, it was released by the U.S. Mint as a $1 uncirculated and proof silver coin in 2001.

Chinese Gold Panda

Purity: 99.99% gold (24 karat)

Chinese Gold Panda

Denomination: 25 Yuan, 50 Yuan, 100 Yuan, 200 Yuan, 500 Yuan

Metal Composition: 99.99% gold

Total Weight: 1.55g, 3.11g, 7.77g, 15.55g, 31.1g


The Chinese Gold Panda is a series of gold bullion coins issued by the People's Republic of China. The official mint of the People's Republic of China introduced the Panda gold bullion coins in 1982. The panda design changes every year (with a single exception) and the gold Panda coins come in different sizes and denominations, ranging from 1/20 troy oz. to 1 troy oz. (and larger ones as well).

There is also a Silver Panda series issued with the same designs as the gold Panda coins.

Mexican Libertad Gold

Purity: 99.99% gold (24 karat)

Mexican Libertad Gold

Denomination: 1oz

Metal Composition: 99.99% gold

Total Weight: 31.1g


Mexican Libertad gold bullion coins started in 1981 and the year after paved way for their sister bullion series, the Silver Libertad. These gold coins are the purest gold bullion coins ever produced having a 99.9% gold amount. The Libertad series are produced by Casa de Moneda de Mexico giving them a Mexican Mint.

The Libertad series became the first gold bullion coins to be struck in fractional sizes in 1991 yet now they are only struck in one ounce sizes.

Credit Suisse Gold Bars

Purity: 99.99% gold (24 karat)

Credit Suisse Gold Bars

Denomination: 1g, 5g, 10g Bars

Metal Composition: 99.99% gold

Total Weight: 1g, 5g, 10g


Backed by the world renowned Credit Suisse Bank of Switzerland, these conveniently sized 1 to 10 gram gold bars are guaranteed .9999 pure.

Each 24-Karat Suisse gold bar is stamped with its exact weight and gold purity and bears the Credit Suisse logo, an internationally recognized symbol of quality and sound provenance.

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