I bought one (because I liked the U.S. History behind it, and the artwork) for $1,200.00. Now, my Coin is worth $1,900.00. I wish I would have bought more of them...
Nice video! Important to note that the gold eagle has not that much demand and liquidity here in Europe. Britannia, Austrian Philharmonics and e Canadian Maples are more liquid here
Having a global economy and social globalisation in mind, I find it difficult to suggest to hold American Coins as the primary option! I’d always prefer to diversify in Karat, Countries, Motives (Asian people don’t like fairly masculine American motives e.g.) as well as fungibility. Also, give collectors elements a chance to increase your coins value too. So, your recommendation seems short eyed to an in depth consideration and it would be by far better, less risky in the long term to recommend a mix of Kangaroos, Wiener Philharmonics, Britannias, Eagles, Buffalos, Maples, Pandas, Libertad and Krugers… All continents, max. global fungibility, partially increasing value on top of spot, etc. pp…
The Australian Gold Kangaroo. New design every year which functions as a security feature, Perth Mint gold finish is beautiful, 9999 gold. You can't go wrong with any as it's gold but my preference is always Perth Mint. For fractional, I think the gold British Sovereign is an amazing coin. The coin has a great history and the imagery of the coin transcends time.
@Anthony Tsatsis You are. I'm an American but the Perth Mint is easily my favorite mint. I love the kookaburras, koalas,gold kangaroos, and their gold bars. Great products and quality.
I really appreciate your sound investing advice. You really help me understand all the noise around the Gold community. There are talks its going to the moon, then there are talks its going down again. I am glad there are people like you who tell me all the facts and can also advocate for both sides of view. It is refreshing. I am calling 100K subscribers soon... calling less than 12 months.
If you're interested in hearing more about _why_ I think it's important to buy domestic coins rather than those from foreign mints (as much as I love them), I posted an earlier video here: ua-cam.com/video/_G-j_hzuX-c/v-deo.html. Thanks for watching!
I agree with your assessment if based in America or Canada. It's a bullion contest and not a beauty contest so I think you were a bit harsh on the krugerand. It was the coin that started the 1 ounce bench mark back in 1967 with over 40 million sold worldwide and traditionally commands the lowest premium and highest liquidity internationally. In the beauty contest the buffalo wins hands down everytime. I'm in Europe and in addition to ugly krugerands I like the gold Philharmonics as well, but that's a European flipside to the Eagle.
So there are about 40 million Krugerrands in circulation, @gerry2828 kelly? How many Maple Leafs and Gold Eagles are in circulation? Just to get a reference.
@@maxsiem77 that's a good question i went and Googled it just now. Its over 50 million Krugerand minted, 26 million maple leaf. Not sure on American Gold Eagle since 1986 but some years over a million and others just under 200,000. Its still a huge number for all 3 coins. I was surprised at so many maple leafs been minted.
You should mention that you can touch and play with the coin and scratch the hell out of it. You will still get 100% spot price. You don't have to worry about anything. it's just a store of wealth.
just a word, in australia if you buy 92% gold you pay GST goods and services tax of 10%, you do not pay 10% GST on 99% gold... same with platinum and silver...
@@2is1gold you weren’t “bad” here but the level of production is so starkly different I had to say something. Really goes to show how much the tiny details matter and come together to make something magnificent.
American Gold Eagles are more popular in the US, but they're both great. If you want a 24k coin, go with the Buffalo. If it doesn't matter to you, go with the Eagle. Good luck!
In my experience, scratches and dents do not affect affect my ability to resale buffalos or eagles. I have always been able to sell eagles back to coin shops for $10 over spot and usually get at least spot price for buffalos. As long as the weights reflect 1 oz scrap gold, the will give me the same quote regardless of condition because the are only concerned with the scrap gold value and not numismatic value.
jaden zheng I see and have been told more or less the same with Eagles and Buffalos as long as they’re in decent condition. (Maples are different in my experience.) Thanks for the info!
You always get that Thumbs-up brother. I am trying to decide on what to buy today. A tube of silver buffalos or a quarter ounce eagle... What say you sir?
The other key I guess you can add is the premium of gold coins. That means the difference of spot price and buy price. Typically, maple is the lowest in these three, while buffalo is the highest in price. In that case I also recommend krugerrand as it is cheaper.
I always look at the ability to use in an Emergency when I travel out of the States. I have Gold Clasps and wear American Eagles or Kugerands as Necklace's while Traveling. If I need Cash they really are recognized anywhere in the World. Since I can't Travel to buy Gold out of the U.S. I admire them on tbe Nightstand.
Dub City Stacker the texture of the Buffalo is very different. The flat field or a field with perfect radial lines like the Maples have will show a scratch way more easily than than the molded field of the Buffalo. I’ve never noticed micro scratches on a Buffalo. I rarely do not notice them in Maples.
Gorgeous coins/stack and great Video! I think it’s worth mentioning that the 1 oz gold philharmonic isn’t a bad option either. It’s pretty well known internationally, 24k, and has the lowest premium I can find for a well known minted 1 oz gold coin. Very affordable with all the great perks. Looking forward to your next uploads!
I would also like to recommend two types of gold coins that ate not mentioned in the video. One is the British sovereign which is about 7.96 grams. It's an easy way to buy gold. It's also historical. It's got different monarchs on the back of the coins. The second coin I would like to recommend is the 50 pesos 1947 coin from Mexico. It's a 1.27 Oz gold coin. One of the most beautiful gold coins and it is a large gold coin. You don't believe me check it out on UA-cam.
I love sovereigns! I only have 1, but it’s my only proof coin. I just love the design and I was willing to pay a little extra for the proof version. My dealer gave me a good price since he knew I’d been saving up for it for a while
@@Crocodile2873 : I think "Sovs" are the perfect size and price for most people and they're known all over the world so you will never have any problems selling them. I have 18 of them so far and will be buying more when / if the spot price drops.
He said if they are damaged some people freak out if their pretty Coin gets scratched. Not me Gold is gold as long as they are minor abrasions I will buy them. As long as the weight is not affected. This guy did a nice presentation for New Gold savers. What I have learned over the years is my Wife likes Gold. So if I buy her Earrings I will throw in a Half Ounce Eagle. She says nothing. And remember many woman can't or won't save. I have always treated my gold as my Savings Account. I always have money to fall back on if I need the plumber, need a car repair. I can sell gold anytime and always more than what I purchased it at as of this writing. Everyone's situation is different but Gold & Silver is my Place Marker in Life.
@@bustbeel1 Dealers make money on premium. so they will just reduce your premium over spot when they buy a 'damaged' coin from you. BUT the lowest premium coin you can find (which should be less than 4%) and just eat the cost and expect spot when you sell it back.
what about british sovereign gold coins ? i am from Greece and for some reason a lot of people like them. also i think its the only gold coin i can buy from banks here.
You have a couple of other options as well. For example is the Austrian Philharmoniker a really good bullion coin, and it is also nice to look at. Another good bullion coin is the Krugerand from South Africa. Each coin contains one troy ounce of gold, but it is a few grams heavier, and that extra weight is copper mixed with the gold.
I'm an American and I don't like either American coins. The American Eagle is a collector item and does not need copper added to it because it isn't going anywhere. I don't like the Indian gold piece because it looks like a big glorified nickel. Now the gold maple leaf.....that's beautiful because it looks like royalty. And it is pure gold.
The AGE and the American Gold Buffalo both had to grow on me. The reason they're the *best* coins to buy is a lot less about their looks and more about their popularity. I agree with you on the Maples. They look fantastic, and I wish the US Mint would take note. Cheers!
Not much. I know Perth Mint products are big there in addition to the Central Mint commemoratives. I imagine that’s why we see so much East Asian influence in Perth’s products (Lunars and Pearls of Wisdom, for instance).
Eagle fractionals (1/4 & 1/2 oz.) are .9167 pure vs the .999 pure 1 oz. Eagle. Canadian Maples are always .9999 even if it is a 1, 1/4 or 1/2 oz. Seems like a no brainer to not have anything less than .999 fine purity. Otherwise, why not just buy 22 kt jewelry? The Eagles already carry a heavier premium. Seems like the Maples are the way to go IMO.
Mike Elbow What you say makes sense. I stack for SHTF scenario. I think people in the US might be hesitant to barter with maple leafs. Just my thoughts.
@@gmajors2237 I partially agree, but both can be counterfeited and both mints are just as credible and World renowned. In SHTF people will be trading their 14k family heirlooms and ear rings if they have to and suddenly people may not care if a coin has a Maple Leaf or and Eagle on it. As long as its purity and content can be verified, that is all that will matter. Not arguing with you. It is just a thought. I have never been in a SHTF situation so I honestly don't know.
I have five 1-oz Maples I love watching your vids you got me into it more I am also wondering where do you buy those coin holders I just have mine in the tube that holds 10
And you are correct about the Krugerrands. They're the first.....and they're well-respected......but I just don't like the copper color to them. Sure, the Eagle has some, but it's lightened by the silver content. Krugerrands are 100% copper for the alloy content. TOO coppery.
I don't particularly like the copper tone of the Krugerrands, and I've had a few run ins with fake Krugs. That's all personal. Krugerrands are a great option. Cheers!
I have a 1oz. Buffalo and I love it. I also have the 1/10, 1/4, 1/2oz. Eagles and they are good too. I have to say there is something about the 24k .9999 buffalo that I like better. The color is amazing, the design is amazing and it’s more pure. I feel like you can’t go wrong with a Buffalo. As a matter of fact that is the next video I’m putting out. It’s my 11th order in stacking. A 1oz. Gold buffalo. Hope you get a chance to check it out.
Perfect! Thank you. I appreciate the straight-forwardness of where to put the money to make it work. I am doing what your video is showing, which are the non-numismatic bullions. I just want to build wealth. And I think both gold and silver eagles (since I'm in the US) is going to be the best. You pay for the premium for the eagle, but you get it back when having to sell them. It takes much less effort and you get closer to spot than generics or the others. That's my game. Save, save, save, and then let my children inherit and hopefully continue the saving ritual.
Fractional low premium govt coin.....british sovereigns. Check out SD bullion. 5% over spot for the 1/4 and 1/2 oz. Well.....they're just a shade under those sizes. Best price anywhere on a fractional coin.
Good question. I'm planning a video on this soon. I use Air-Tites. It's pretty common to find them at a local coin shop, but I've picked up a bunch from both Amazon and APMEX. APMEX will tell you the exact size you need on the product's detail page. If you search Amazon, you'll find both the individual capsules and the storage container tubes (red lid). I personally use the Air-Tites with the black rings, but the direct fit let you see more of the coins. Thanks!
Laura and Bill Campbell I don’t know of any local coin shops that pay more for proofs if you sell, so it’s typically just a matter of whether the aesthetics of the coins are worth the extra premium to you. I don’t buy proofs, but they look great!
Honestly, that’s a difficult question. I probably would try that, but I’d be watching for dips. Knowing that short term price swings are never particularly wild, I’d also be looking for deals at shops. _Where_ you buy can be more important than _when_ you buy. Good luck!
Sure. It's a government-backed 24k gold coin. They aren't as popular as Canadian Maple Leafs (and definitely not as popular as US Mint coins), but they have a very low premium right now. Cheers!
What's the cheapest gold coin you can buy right now? I'm just looking hoping to buy 600 gold and 600 silver as a back up. All I've found are 1oz coins.
I don’t know about the absolute cheapest, but I’d recommend looking at 20 francs French Roosters or Austrian 1 Ducats. Both are fractional coins with low premium.
@@2is1gold Also, which of these bullion dealers would you recommend for an easy transaction without getting exploited to badly? Is shipping this stuff safe?
APMEX is always the fastest in my experience, but they’re easily the most expensive. SD Bullion is cheaper but a little slower to land. JM Bullion tends to be the cheapest of the three but has the fewest options in stock. This is all based on my personal experience. There are plenty of other options, but each of these three are well-known and safe.
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I have been watching your videos and I love them. Thank you very much for taking your time to respond. But your video still does not explain why a $50 coin is worth 1,800 or 1,900$. If the face value is $50 what stops a buyer from paying you that amount. I think you so make a video explaining about the values. Because I am very interested buying gold, but I don’t know if I should get bars and the coins . I don’t know which one will be easy for me to sell quick.
I've been dollar cost averaging for a couple of years and everytime I bought a coin I always felt nervous because it was always more expensive than the previous purchase. It kind of made no sense and was a huge shift in how I viewed saving but I'm up 30% on average and a lot more on my first purchase. I am trying to get to 100 ounces and will keep adding as long as I can pull the cash together. I believe in a year or so the price will have moved beyond my purchasing capacity but hopefully I will have enough coins to weather the expected increased market uncertainties. Don't be put off by the current price as its only going higher over the medium to long term. Worse case for me it pulls back maybe $100 in the short term, I'm still making money and its just a better buying opportunity. Stacking 1 or 2 coins won't do, if you move into gold you need to be committed to a long term strategy and just stick with for good or bad. On average for me it's been all good.
why would one buy 22k when 24k melted down is pure gold? ...and what's the gold difference between 24k buffalo and 24k maple..both are same just a different stamping machine???
Thank you for your video. Would you recommend trading gold American Eagle Proof 1 oz. coins for standard American Eagles? I want some less bulky, stackable.
Bitcoin is definitely outperforming metals this year, but they’re completely different asset classes. I don’t think my opinion will do you much good - I think bitcoin has huge potential and will outperform gold in terms of $$$, but I’m buying gold instead. I’ve been in and out of bitcoin already. Let us know what you decide!
Gold is safer investment. It has held its value for 5,000 years. Bitcoin is riskier. Both good investments long term tho. I have 20k in gold and 7k in bitcoin right now but I sold a lot of bitcoin during the high so I’m just freerolling with the bitcoin that I have left.
You cover all the bases I feel the same buy and collect the ones easiest to sale wonderful video really enjoy listening to other stackers wish utube was around when I started collecting could saved me from buying other coins i still like them but it will be harder to sale 😪
I started about 5 years ago listening to people talk about gold and happened onto ITM Trading and Lynette Zang. She was very informative and convinced me to buy numismatics and so I did and then after some looking around found out I paid way over premium. I then asked them if I could send them back and buy the Gold Eagles as I didn't really want collectibles but was convinced that they wouldn't be confiscated by Zang which she now says it could happen. They wouldn't do it and told me that I was informed that all sales were final but I still can't see why they wouldn't do it if they thought the numismatics was so great and I was willing to pay their premium on the gold eagles. So now I'm basically stuck with them but hoping that at some point their price goes higher as people jump into the market as they did in 2011 and I can sell them and buy or exchange them for gold eagles. The coins were appraised by MIlesFranlin so I didn't get screwed there at least. I could have bought more coins for the amount of money I paid for the numismatics. Don't be fooled by all of the economics and politics that people use to get you to buy their product. All they had to do was exchange my coins and everyone would be happy but no they decided that their profit margin was more important than the customer. Done
Critical question. Do you think the safety feature on the maple leaf might give it the edge over Eagles ? I worry about fakes. I don’t have enough knowledge to spot a fake
yeah, the security features on the Maple are a fantastic feature. The Eagles are getting them in 2021. I’ve only bought larger coins from my local coin shops or reputable online dealers, so I haven’t ever worried about them. I had two near misses with fake Krugerrands, though. It’s a legitimate concern.
Right now Monument Metal sells a slabbed ms 70 1/2 ounce American Gold Eagle for the same price as the unslabbed. Is that a good deal or are the slabs not worth getting at all?
Drpun I give zero value to graded bullion personally, but that’s a sure way to know you’re getting a pristine coin. (Local coin shops will also give zero value to the grading.) Honestly, I’d immediately break it out of the slab, so it would really just be a question of whether I had the patience. But again, it’s a great way to know you’re getting a great-looking coin.
only silly collectors would give you extra $$ for slabbed bullion coins, no business would or most people wouldn't care, but given the chance if they were both the same price, i'd go for the slabbed as it's in pristine condition.
Hypothetical- Even though you prefer Maples or Eagles/Buffalos to stack gold and feel they are very liquid, would you purchase pre-33 or mexican pesos if you could get them significantly under spot today?
I was buying krugerrands back in 1972-75 while in the military for $38-$42 dollars each. Back then it was illegal for americans to buy and own them because of the South African policy of racial apartheid. Well I bought 5 of them every month for 4yrs. 48 months × 5 monthly= 240 coins. They cost me roughly
I decided in an envious way I absolutely hate you now but I so want to be you😂😂. You held those coins through good times and bad but you never were at a loss. It just shows you what inflation has done to the purchasing power of the dollar. What tremendous foresight you had. I'm hoping that 20 years from I will be making the comments you made and someone will be say that they think $20,000 a coin is too high🤣🤣🤣
@@gerrykelly-zk6lf Kelly I am very fortunate and grateful for my life. I am not complaining hear me out. I lived in foster homes until I joined the military at age 17. I spent 20yrs.
The Panda is not quite a full troy ounce whereas the Krugerands contains a full troy ounce of gold with a little copper to give scratch resistance. Krugerands are more liquid internationally. Pandas are popular in Asia with a growing following in Europe I think. I stack gold and have many krugerands and no pandas. The design on the krugerand has not changed in 53 years whereas the panda changes design every year which traps some collectors to building sets like a loyalty system. There is numismatic potential with sets. I don't go in for numismatic value for coins the dark arts. I just go for simple bullion weight every time. Don't get caught up with the beauty of a coin. Gold is Gold the trick is to buy it as close to spot and avoid numismatic Bullshit premiums when starting your foundation stack.
It's hard to compare those two coins because they're so different. I like each for very different reasons. It's a little like comparing Eagles to Maples. I buy both because they serve different purposes.
I'm no expert there. If I was guessing, I'd say Perth Mint coins. The New Zealand Mint coins I'm familiar with tend to carry higher premiums. Just try to avoid GST by grabbing 24k coins.
I agree that buying US gold coins is the most sensible living in America and I do buy mostly eagles... but, I also love the philharmonics.. I like them better for 24k fractionals better than the maple leaf... also, I doubt that you would really have a problem selling them anywhere, since (of course) they ARE in fact gold...lol
Philharmonics are well-known enough that any dealer will pick them up without hesitation. Maples have the edge on them here for general awareness if you run a private sale, though, and dealers in my area will pay a little more for Maples. They’re like Britannias and Kangaroos, though. Stack ‘em if you like ‘em!
Britannias are great. They aren't as popular in the U.S., though, so if you're considering the possibility of a sale, the American Eagle or Buffalo is a better buy. At least for the first few. I don't cover silver much because I haven't been buying it lately. I've traded most of my silver into gold over the last few years. Cheers!
Yeah, hopefully you needed to sell it to cover an emergency. Rule #1, you hoard gold, you never sell unless you can really get something of real value for it.
@@lamarravery4094 I was 20years old at the time. Didn't really have a investing mentality at the time. I sold the coin and bought me some video games at best buy. Lol
@@scotttild not quite. You don’t have to file any tax forms when buying or selling eagles or buffalos. But you still have to claim it as capital gains. Filing tax forms and claiming capital gains are two different things.
@@SergiuM42 Am I missing something or is there simply no way anyone can tell how much I bought it for, then sold it for, if I walk in with a piece of metal in my hand??????
I’m a rancher. I like herds. Of gold buffalos.
Same. 😄
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I like goooooooold
Buying my 1st gold purchase ever! Thank you!
Buying the American Buffalo 1 oz coin.
M P what a great coin! Congrats!
@ykshootraw x limited availability is definitely driving premium up. I've had to buy online, and that always increases cost.
That gold buffalo is everything!!!
Agree. Love the Buffalos!
I bought one (because I liked the U.S. History behind it, and the artwork) for $1,200.00. Now, my Coin is worth $1,900.00. I wish I would have bought more of them...
@@johnathandoerty1021 and now it’s worth $1787
@@johnathandoerty1021 I wish you bought 10000
Now it’s worth $2700+
The 1oz American eagle is still a full 1oz of gold. It's all there full gold coin with added copper and silver. It's a great coin for gold stacking
Absolutely. It's similar to the Krugerrand that's been around for 50+ years. Definitely a great coin. Thanks for the comment!
That maple shines the most and looks the best MAPLES ALL THE WAY
@@scotttild lol!
Nice video! Important to note that the gold eagle has not that much demand and liquidity here in Europe. Britannia, Austrian Philharmonics and e Canadian Maples are more liquid here
P37RU5 yes, good point. I try to make that clear in my videos, but might not have made it here. Thanks!
I agree in Germany the Krügerrand is the gold coin that is bought and sold the most. After that the Austrian Philharmonics and Maples.
Having a global economy and social globalisation in mind, I find it difficult to suggest to hold American Coins as the primary option! I’d always prefer to diversify in Karat, Countries, Motives (Asian people don’t like fairly masculine American motives e.g.) as well as fungibility. Also, give collectors elements a chance to increase your coins value too. So, your recommendation seems short eyed to an in depth consideration and it would be by far better, less risky in the long term to recommend a mix of Kangaroos, Wiener Philharmonics, Britannias, Eagles, Buffalos, Maples, Pandas, Libertad and Krugers… All continents, max. global fungibility, partially increasing value on top of spot, etc. pp…
The Australian Gold Kangaroo. New design every year which functions as a security feature, Perth Mint gold finish is beautiful, 9999 gold. You can't go wrong with any as it's gold but my preference is always Perth Mint. For fractional, I think the gold British Sovereign is an amazing coin. The coin has a great history and the imagery of the coin transcends time.
I love Perth stuff. Have a 1 oz bar. Can't stack any of their coins though...queen's mug ruins em all 🤮
@Anthony Tsatsis You are. I'm an American but the Perth Mint is easily my favorite mint. I love the kookaburras, koalas,gold kangaroos, and their gold bars. Great products and quality.
Rusty Shackleford yup!
I really appreciate your sound investing advice. You really help me understand all the noise around the Gold community. There are talks its going to the moon, then there are talks its going down again.
I am glad there are people like you who tell me all the facts and can also advocate for both sides of view.
It is refreshing. I am calling 100K subscribers soon... calling less than 12 months.
Thank you! I really appreciate the comment!
The Maple in my opinion is the most beautiful of the lot. Its brilliance is without equal.
David cawrowl yeah, Maples are fantastic-looking coins. They’re in my top three for sure.
@@2is1gold ugly queen lol
If you're interested in hearing more about _why_ I think it's important to buy domestic coins rather than those from foreign mints (as much as I love them), I posted an earlier video here: ua-cam.com/video/_G-j_hzuX-c/v-deo.html. Thanks for watching!
Maple Leaf hands down!
Just like i told people NVDA was going through roof while idiots from WS said stay Away! Trust your gut and forget the silver spoon fed brats!
This is my favourite of all your videos. I learned a lot from this and factored everything you said into my early stacking. Thanks!
Charon thanks for the comment - I appreciate it! Good luck with your stacking!
I agree with your assessment if based in America or Canada. It's a bullion contest and not a beauty contest so I think you were a bit harsh on the krugerand. It was the coin that started the 1 ounce bench mark back in 1967 with over 40 million sold worldwide and traditionally commands the lowest premium and highest liquidity internationally. In the beauty contest the buffalo wins hands down everytime. I'm in Europe and in addition to ugly krugerands I like the gold Philharmonics as well, but that's a European flipside to the Eagle.
gerry2828 kelly all good points, and you’re right. I was too flip on Krugerrand in this video.
So there are about 40 million Krugerrands in circulation, @gerry2828 kelly? How many Maple Leafs and Gold Eagles are in circulation? Just to get a reference.
@@maxsiem77 that's a good question i went and Googled it just now. Its over 50 million Krugerand minted, 26 million maple leaf. Not sure on American Gold Eagle since 1986 but some years over a million and others just under 200,000. Its still a huge number for all 3 coins. I was surprised at so many maple leafs been minted.
You should mention that you can touch and play with the coin and scratch the hell out of it. You will still get 100% spot price. You don't have to worry about anything. it's just a store of wealth.
You just lose the premium.
No form 1099B to IRS when selling Gold Eagles, no matter the quantity. Which is why I only stack Gold Eagles.
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Actually no coin sales requires a 1099B, drreality.news/product/income-tax-shattering-the-myths/
just a word, in australia if you buy 92% gold you pay GST goods and services tax of 10%, you do not pay 10% GST on 99% gold... same with platinum and silver...
crazy how much you’re improved your skills from this video to now
Ha. I keep these on to give people ample material to make fun of me. This was my second upload. It doesn't come naturally! 😂
@@2is1gold you weren’t “bad” here but the level of production is so starkly different I had to say something. Really goes to show how much the tiny details matter and come together to make something magnificent.
I have some silver but plan on some Gold. That Buffalo looks pretty.
Love the positivity and laughter in your voice. Your voice makes me want to give free hugs 🤗 happy stacking
Hey, thanks!
Love the 1/2 ounce as it has a higher premium but is produced in much lower Mintage. Hence, higher resale price.
I would select the coins based on the premium and price spread. This may differ across the globe.
Which one is better... The Eagle or the Buffalo coin? Please help!
American Gold Eagles are more popular in the US, but they're both great. If you want a 24k coin, go with the Buffalo. If it doesn't matter to you, go with the Eagle. Good luck!
In my experience, scratches and dents do not affect affect my ability to resale buffalos or eagles. I have always been able to sell eagles back to coin shops for $10 over spot and usually get at least spot price for buffalos. As long as the weights reflect 1 oz scrap gold, the will give me the same quote regardless of condition because the are only concerned with the scrap gold value and not numismatic value.
jaden zheng I see and have been told more or less the same with Eagles and Buffalos as long as they’re in decent condition. (Maples are different in my experience.) Thanks for the info!
Yeah, scratches don't matter on any of the buillion coins. They give you melt or spot price when you sell them, regardless of appearance.
You always get that Thumbs-up brother. I am trying to decide on what to buy today. A tube of silver buffalos or a quarter ounce eagle...
What say you sir?
Im planning to get my first gold coin soon im gonna get a 1/10 oz maple leaf from apmex should be good just alot cheaper to me gold is gold
I have a copy golden double 1933 eagle want to i know if it has any value and if so what is it worth
The other key I guess you can add is the premium of gold coins. That means the difference of spot price and buy price. Typically, maple is the lowest in these three, while buffalo is the highest in price. In that case I also recommend krugerrand as it is cheaper.
Krugerand is that South African
Cvetko Popov correct
I always look at the ability to use in an Emergency when I travel out of the States. I have Gold Clasps and wear American Eagles or Kugerands as Necklace's while Traveling. If I need Cash they really are recognized anywhere in the World. Since I can't Travel to buy Gold out of the U.S. I admire them on tbe Nightstand.
maples for purity!!!! buffalo for design... love the indian head....
MrBennymarco maples and buffalos are the same purity
@@jaydee5447 thats true... but the canadian mint does have 99999 pure coins!
*cough* Native American *cough*
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Maple
The maple is the best one by far
Can't beat 4 9's
Great information. Thank you.
The buffalo and maple are both 24k but you didn't mention that the buffalos will be just as easy to scratch as the maples
Dub City Stacker the texture of the Buffalo is very different. The flat field or a field with perfect radial lines like the Maples have will show a scratch way more easily than than the molded field of the Buffalo. I’ve never noticed micro scratches on a Buffalo. I rarely do not notice them in Maples.
You make a good point, well said.
The gold Britannia coin for me.
Tks I just started n yjis video was very helpful
Gorgeous coins/stack and great Video! I think it’s worth mentioning that the 1 oz gold philharmonic isn’t a bad option either. It’s pretty well known internationally, 24k, and has the lowest premium I can find for a well known minted 1 oz gold coin. Very affordable with all the great perks. Looking forward to your next uploads!
Dan Philharmonics are beautiful coins. I stick with North American coins, but you’re right about their reputation. Thanks for the comment!
Any is the best pick
Any advice on living in Ireland on what the best coin would be, the Brittania?
I would also like to recommend two types of gold coins that ate not mentioned in the video. One is the British sovereign which is about 7.96 grams. It's an easy way to buy gold. It's also historical. It's got different monarchs on the back of the coins. The second coin I would like to recommend is the 50 pesos 1947 coin from Mexico. It's a 1.27 Oz gold coin. One of the most beautiful gold coins and it is a large gold coin. You don't believe me check it out on UA-cam.
I love sovereigns! I only have 1, but it’s my only proof coin. I just love the design and I was willing to pay a little extra for the proof version. My dealer gave me a good price since he knew I’d been saving up for it for a while
@@Crocodile2873 : I think "Sovs" are the perfect size and price for most people and they're known all over the world so you will never have any problems selling them. I have 18 of them so far and will be buying more when / if the spot price drops.
Why would the Maple Leafs be harder to sell when I heard that it's internationally accepted and sellable?
Lucky Winner I’ve never had trouble selling a Maple. Local coin shops in the United States just don’t pay as much for them.
He said if they are damaged some people freak out if their pretty Coin gets scratched. Not me Gold is gold as long as they are minor abrasions I will buy them. As long as the weight is not affected. This guy did a nice presentation for New Gold savers. What I have learned over the years is my Wife likes Gold. So if I buy her Earrings I will throw in a Half Ounce Eagle. She says nothing. And remember many woman can't or won't save. I have always treated my gold as my Savings Account. I always have money to fall back on if I need the plumber, need a car repair. I can sell gold anytime and always more than what I purchased it at as of this writing. Everyone's situation is different but Gold & Silver is my Place Marker in Life.
@@bustbeel1 Dealers make money on premium. so they will just reduce your premium over spot when they buy a 'damaged' coin from you. BUT the lowest premium coin you can find (which should be less than 4%) and just eat the cost and expect spot when you sell it back.
Where is the Krugerrand ?
I personally like the the Australian one with the jump animal.
I should have shown my Krugerrand. If I was selling outside the U.S., I'd consider them higher on my list.
It’s called kangaroo
Juraj Benak well I’m calling it a “jump animal” from here on out! 😁
Juraj Benak lol, I really couldnt remember the name when i was writing this comment 😂
what about british sovereign gold coins ?
i am from Greece and for some reason a lot of people like them.
also i think its the only gold coin i can buy from banks here.
You have a couple of other options as well. For example is the Austrian Philharmoniker a really good bullion coin, and it is also nice to look at. Another good bullion coin is the Krugerand from South Africa. Each coin contains one troy ounce of gold, but it is a few grams heavier, and that extra weight is copper mixed with the gold.
Im curious,why they don't make Eagle's 24k gold .Why dilute the coin with other metals.?
My first gold coin is 1909 D $5 Indian head. Love this coin and the history in it
Nice!
@@2is1gold you like those Indian head pre 55 gold coins?
I'm an American and I don't like either American coins. The American Eagle is a collector item and does not need copper added to it because it isn't going anywhere. I don't like the Indian gold piece because it looks like a big glorified nickel. Now the gold maple leaf.....that's beautiful because it looks like royalty. And it is pure gold.
The AGE and the American Gold Buffalo both had to grow on me. The reason they're the *best* coins to buy is a lot less about their looks and more about their popularity. I agree with you on the Maples. They look fantastic, and I wish the US Mint would take note. Cheers!
What about Taiwanese gold coins? Do you know anything about that part of the world? Thank very much!
Not much. I know Perth Mint products are big there in addition to the Central Mint commemoratives. I imagine that’s why we see so much East Asian influence in Perth’s products (Lunars and Pearls of Wisdom, for instance).
Great review. Very informative. Fractional US gold is the way to go. Thanks.
Eagle fractionals (1/4 & 1/2 oz.) are .9167 pure vs the .999 pure 1 oz. Eagle. Canadian Maples are always .9999 even if it is a 1, 1/4 or 1/2 oz. Seems like a no brainer to not have anything less than .999 fine purity. Otherwise, why not just buy 22 kt jewelry? The Eagles already carry a heavier premium. Seems like the Maples are the way to go IMO.
Mike Elbow What you say makes sense. I stack for SHTF scenario. I think people in the US might be hesitant to barter with maple leafs. Just my thoughts.
@@gmajors2237 I partially agree, but both can be counterfeited and both mints are just as credible and World renowned. In SHTF people will be trading their 14k family heirlooms and ear rings if they have to and suddenly people may not care if a coin has a Maple Leaf or and Eagle on it. As long as its purity and content can be verified, that is all that will matter. Not arguing with you. It is just a thought. I have never been in a SHTF situation so I honestly don't know.
@@mcleb84 True, I did not think about the counterfeit aspect. Great point.
I have five 1-oz Maples I love watching your vids you got me into it more I am also wondering where do you buy those coin holders I just have mine in the tube that holds 10
This is an older video and I was using black ring Air-Tite capsules then. I’m using these now: amzn.to/3pYmLoO
And you are correct about the Krugerrands. They're the first.....and they're well-respected......but I just don't like the copper color to them. Sure, the Eagle has some, but it's lightened by the silver content. Krugerrands are 100% copper for the alloy content. TOO coppery.
I think so too.
How come dayum premium don't match the spot at time before like 1/10 gold coins should be 200-210 buy
How come you don’t like Krugerands? Was thinking about getting one as I love the color. Do they come in 1/4 or 1/10?
I don't particularly like the copper tone of the Krugerrands, and I've had a few run ins with fake Krugs. That's all personal. Krugerrands are a great option. Cheers!
Krugerrand for the win! And IMO is the most popular.
worldwide it is, this video is american centric.
@@robertoh.20 yeah most vids are
I have a 1oz. Buffalo and I love it. I also have the 1/10, 1/4, 1/2oz. Eagles and they are good too. I have to say there is something about the 24k .9999 buffalo that I like better. The color is amazing, the design is amazing and it’s more pure. I feel like you can’t go wrong with a Buffalo. As a matter of fact that is the next video I’m putting out. It’s my 11th order in stacking. A 1oz. Gold buffalo. Hope you get a chance to check it out.
Perfect! Thank you. I appreciate the straight-forwardness of where to put the money to make it work. I am doing what your video is showing, which are the non-numismatic bullions. I just want to build wealth. And I think both gold and silver eagles (since I'm in the US) is going to be the best. You pay for the premium for the eagle, but you get it back when having to sell them. It takes much less effort and you get closer to spot than generics or the others. That's my game. Save, save, save, and then let my children inherit and hopefully continue the saving ritual.
Fractional low premium govt coin.....british sovereigns. Check out SD bullion. 5% over spot for the 1/4 and 1/2 oz. Well.....they're just a shade under those sizes. Best price anywhere on a fractional coin.
What brand of capsules do you buy, where?
Good question. I'm planning a video on this soon. I use Air-Tites. It's pretty common to find them at a local coin shop, but I've picked up a bunch from both Amazon and APMEX. APMEX will tell you the exact size you need on the product's detail page. If you search Amazon, you'll find both the individual capsules and the storage container tubes (red lid). I personally use the Air-Tites with the black rings, but the direct fit let you see more of the coins. Thanks!
I love the buffalo but for sure prefer to buy American Eagles every weight.
Yeah, I prefer to buy the Buffalo at 1oz, but I know the AGE is the smart choice, especially at fractional size.
Is it worth buying a gold proof coin versus the regular one?
Laura and Bill Campbell I don’t know of any local coin shops that pay more for proofs if you sell, so it’s typically just a matter of whether the aesthetics of the coins are worth the extra premium to you. I don’t buy proofs, but they look great!
I wouldn’t knock any of them back but I do like the Buffalo.👍
Very cool, great show, thank you.
Thank you so much. Do you recommend if you have 20k should I buy a few every few weeks to average out the costs?
Honestly, that’s a difficult question. I probably would try that, but I’d be watching for dips. Knowing that short term price swings are never particularly wild, I’d also be looking for deals at shops. _Where_ you buy can be more important than _when_ you buy. Good luck!
Great video. I think the Kruggarrand and maple are the most popular coins on the planet. But 100% agree, if in United States buy eagles and buffalos.
You’re right in terms of lifetime sales. I wish I could go in and make a few edits to this video. Cheers!
Thanks for the video. For me I love the Buffalo! My personal favourite. 👍
Gateway 17 same!
How about the Australian kangaroo coin? Is that a good investment for someone in the US?
Sure. It's a government-backed 24k gold coin. They aren't as popular as Canadian Maple Leafs (and definitely not as popular as US Mint coins), but they have a very low premium right now. Cheers!
50 pesos Mexican centenario gold coin for me Is the best. Then right under Is the 1 oz Maple leaf. 👍👍😎😎
Would British 1oz coins good to stack?
Yes.
@@2is1gold I'm thinking of making my first investment so that you for your reply 🌟
What are beat stores or website to purchase gold
What's the cheapest gold coin you can buy right now? I'm just looking hoping to buy 600 gold and 600 silver as a back up. All I've found are 1oz coins.
I don’t know about the absolute cheapest, but I’d recommend looking at 20 francs French Roosters or Austrian 1 Ducats. Both are fractional coins with low premium.
@@2is1gold Seems to be sold out across the land.
@@2is1gold Also, which of these bullion dealers would you recommend for an easy transaction without getting exploited to badly? Is shipping this stuff safe?
APMEX is always the fastest in my experience, but they’re easily the most expensive. SD Bullion is cheaper but a little slower to land. JM Bullion tends to be the cheapest of the three but has the fewest options in stock. This is all based on my personal experience. There are plenty of other options, but each of these three are well-known and safe.
Can you please share the link for your coin cases?
Yep. Video on capsules: ua-cam.com/video/m7lSvVq3FFc/v-deo.html
32mm Direct-Fit Capsules
(Fit 1 oz American Gold Eagles, Gold American Buffalos, etc.)
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30mm Direct-Fit Capsules
(Fit 1 oz Canadian Maple Leafs)
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27mm Direct-Fit Capsules
(Fit 1/2 oz American Gold Eagles, etc.)
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22mm Direct-Fit Capsules
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@@2is1gold thanks, appreciate it.
So it’s value 50$ but u pay $1,800 for them ? Can someone please help me understand
I explain how the value works in the video. Thanks!
I have been watching your videos and I love them. Thank you very much for taking your time to respond. But your video still does not explain why a $50 coin is worth 1,800 or 1,900$.
If the face value is $50 what stops a buyer from paying you that amount. I think you so make a video explaining about the values. Because I am very interested buying gold, but I don’t know if I should get bars and the coins . I don’t know which one will be easy for me to sell quick.
What are your thoughts on older canadian maples vs new ones?
I love the radial lines in the newer coins, but they’re all great.
Can’t buy with the current mark ups.
I just bought a couple of silver coins and the gold ones are a joke
I've been dollar cost averaging for a couple of years and everytime I bought a coin I always felt nervous because it was always more expensive than the previous purchase. It kind of made no sense and was a huge shift in how I viewed saving but I'm up 30% on average and a lot more on my first purchase. I am trying to get to 100 ounces and will keep adding as long as I can pull the cash together. I believe in a year or so the price will have moved beyond my purchasing capacity but hopefully I will have enough coins to weather the expected increased market uncertainties. Don't be put off by the current price as its only going higher over the medium to long term. Worse case for me it pulls back maybe $100 in the short term, I'm still making money and its just a better buying opportunity. Stacking 1 or 2 coins won't do, if you move into gold you need to be committed to a long term strategy and just stick with for good or bad. On average for me it's been all good.
100 ounces is a nice goal. I will try for the same.
why would one buy 22k when 24k melted down is pure gold?
...and what's the gold difference between 24k buffalo and 24k maple..both are same just a different stamping machine???
Informative for first timer bu buyer. Thank you.
Glad it was helpful!
Great videos!
Thank you!
THANK YOU✊🏾✌🏾
Thank you for your video. Would you recommend trading gold American Eagle Proof 1 oz. coins for standard American Eagles? I want some less bulky, stackable.
Hi bud amazing gold
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So want get into gold, good luck with your channel and stacking so many great stackers in USA
I can't decide whether to invest 1000 into gold or bitcoin?? Any suggestions would be great. Thanks.
Bitcoin is definitely outperforming metals this year, but they’re completely different asset classes. I don’t think my opinion will do you much good - I think bitcoin has huge potential and will outperform gold in terms of $$$, but I’m buying gold instead. I’ve been in and out of bitcoin already. Let us know what you decide!
I need more advise lol
Gold is safer investment. It has held its value for 5,000 years. Bitcoin is riskier. Both good investments long term tho. I have 20k in gold and 7k in bitcoin right now but I sold a lot of bitcoin during the high so I’m just freerolling with the bitcoin that I have left.
bret hart do you have any gold silver or crypto yet?
So you are saying the gold eagle also has one troy ounce of gold and the other medal weight is above the troy ounce?
Exactly.
You cover all the bases I feel the same buy and collect the ones easiest to sale wonderful video really enjoy listening to other stackers wish utube was around when I started collecting could saved me from buying other coins i still like them but it will be harder to sale 😪
Thanks, Audra!
I started about 5 years ago listening to people talk about gold and happened onto ITM Trading and Lynette Zang. She was very informative and convinced me to buy numismatics and so I did and then after some looking around found out I paid way over premium. I then asked them if I could send them back and buy the Gold Eagles as I didn't really want collectibles but was convinced that they wouldn't be confiscated by Zang which she now says it could happen.
They wouldn't do it and told me that I was informed that all sales were final but I still can't see why they wouldn't do it if they thought the numismatics was so great and I was willing to pay their premium on the gold eagles. So now I'm basically stuck with them but hoping that at some point their price goes higher as people jump into the market as they did in 2011 and I can sell them and buy or exchange them for gold eagles. The coins were appraised by MIlesFranlin so I didn't get screwed there at least. I could have bought more coins for the amount of money I paid for the numismatics. Don't be fooled by all of the economics and politics that people use to get you to buy their product. All they had to do was exchange my coins and everyone would be happy but no they decided that their profit margin was more important than the customer. Done
Sorry to hear about that!
Oh I gotta watch this one!
2is 1 what do you think about the Australia Kangaroo 1/2 once or the 1 oz Australia Kangaroo they are 9999 prof ;;; What do you think about them ???
Mark Cornelius I think they’re fantastic coins, and if was close to Australia I’d buy them for sure.
Thank you for your channel 👍
What about if I am living in EU ?
What coin or coins do you recommend ?
What are your thoughts on the Austrian 1oz Corona? Some of the lowest premiums out there on this coin
Critical question. Do you think the safety feature on the maple leaf might give it the edge over Eagles ? I worry about fakes. I don’t have enough knowledge to spot a fake
yeah, the security features on the Maple are a fantastic feature. The Eagles are getting them in 2021. I’ve only bought larger coins from my local coin shops or reputable online dealers, so I haven’t ever worried about them. I had two near misses with fake Krugerrands, though. It’s a legitimate concern.
Right now Monument Metal sells a slabbed ms 70 1/2 ounce American Gold Eagle for the same price as the unslabbed. Is that a good deal or are the slabs not worth getting at all?
Drpun I give zero value to graded bullion personally, but that’s a sure way to know you’re getting a pristine coin. (Local coin shops will also give zero value to the grading.) Honestly, I’d immediately break it out of the slab, so it would really just be a question of whether I had the patience. But again, it’s a great way to know you’re getting a great-looking coin.
only silly collectors would give you extra $$ for slabbed bullion coins, no business would or most people wouldn't care, but given the chance if they were both the same price, i'd go for the slabbed as it's in pristine condition.
@@robertoh.20 I did. I bought a half ounce Gold Eagle and soon after they were out of stock.
Hypothetical- Even though you prefer Maples or Eagles/Buffalos to stack gold and feel they are very liquid, would you purchase pre-33 or mexican pesos if you could get them significantly under spot today?
lightwave000 I don’t think it’s a bad idea, but I don’t think I would personally. The Centenario would be a possible exception.
2 is 1 Like a 50 pesos if it was $300 under spot?
lightwave000 if it was authentic, hell yeah! I’d be very suspicious at that price, though.
I was buying krugerrands back in 1972-75 while in the military for $38-$42 dollars each. Back then it was illegal for americans to buy and own them because of the South African policy of racial apartheid. Well I bought 5 of them every month for 4yrs. 48 months × 5 monthly= 240 coins. They cost me roughly
Scott Ouellette WOW!
I decided in an envious way I absolutely hate you now but I so want to be you😂😂. You held those coins through good times and bad but you never were at a loss. It just shows you what inflation has done to the purchasing power of the dollar. What tremendous foresight you had. I'm hoping that 20 years from I will be making the comments you made and someone will be say that they think $20,000 a coin is too high🤣🤣🤣
@@gerrykelly-zk6lf Kelly I am very fortunate and grateful for my life. I am not complaining hear me out. I lived in foster homes until I joined the military at age 17. I spent 20yrs.
@JUSTICE ChargeD4Officers You never know.
Informative. Good info. Thank you.
Thanks for watching!
What is your opinion of Panda vs Krugerand
The Panda is not quite a full troy ounce whereas the Krugerands contains a full troy ounce of gold with a little copper to give scratch resistance. Krugerands are more liquid internationally. Pandas are popular in Asia with a growing following in Europe I think. I stack gold and have many krugerands and no pandas. The design on the krugerand has not changed in 53 years whereas the panda changes design every year which traps some collectors to building sets like a loyalty system. There is numismatic potential with sets. I don't go in for numismatic value for coins the dark arts. I just go for simple bullion weight every time. Don't get caught up with the beauty of a coin. Gold is Gold the trick is to buy it as close to spot and avoid numismatic Bullshit premiums when starting your foundation stack.
It's hard to compare those two coins because they're so different. I like each for very different reasons. It's a little like comparing Eagles to Maples. I buy both because they serve different purposes.
Hi I m in New Zealand which Brand gold coins I should buy for investment
Please reply me
I'm no expert there. If I was guessing, I'd say Perth Mint coins. The New Zealand Mint coins I'm familiar with tend to carry higher premiums. Just try to avoid GST by grabbing 24k coins.
I'm a kiwi also Pandey, gonna stash away a few buffalos, our market is so small.
What do you think of these European Sovereigns that are of the odd gold weights? Are they a decent buy?
I avoid them personally because they’re harder to sell.
Is it worth buying 1/2 ounce gold coins?
Phillip Vastopoulos good question! I don’t have any, but they seem like a good idea as spot price increases.
Buy 1 ounce instead, you will pay less of a premium. Stick to 999 gold coins, others easy to counterfeit
Phillip Vastopoulos: Yes.....you may have to pay a slightly higher premium but they are easier to sell because of their lower price.
I agree that buying US gold coins is the most sensible living in America and I do buy mostly eagles... but, I also love the philharmonics.. I like them better for 24k fractionals better than the maple leaf... also, I doubt that you would really have a problem selling them anywhere, since (of course) they ARE in fact gold...lol
Philharmonics are well-known enough that any dealer will pick them up without hesitation. Maples have the edge on them here for general awareness if you run a private sale, though, and dealers in my area will pay a little more for Maples. They’re like Britannias and Kangaroos, though. Stack ‘em if you like ‘em!
What about the Britannia’s? Are they not as good?
Also, Do you do any videos about silver? Thanks 😊
Britannias are great. They aren't as popular in the U.S., though, so if you're considering the possibility of a sale, the American Eagle or Buffalo is a better buy. At least for the first few.
I don't cover silver much because I haven't been buying it lately. I've traded most of my silver into gold over the last few years.
Cheers!
I used to have a golden coin. Sold it off like 9years ago for $1000. Now I want it back lol
Yeah, hopefully you needed to sell it to cover an emergency. Rule #1, you hoard gold, you never sell unless you can really get something of real value for it.
@@lamarravery4094 I was 20years old at the time. Didn't really have a investing mentality at the time. I sold the coin and bought me some video games at best buy. Lol
Is there a 10oz version of the Gold Buffalo 24kt on sale ?
Nope. Nothing from the US Mint.
Gold Buffalos & American Eagle are exempt from filling IRS tax form when it comes to selling.
@@scotttild unless it was lost in an unfortunate boating accident 🤣
@@scotttild not quite. You don’t have to file any tax forms when buying or selling eagles or buffalos. But you still have to claim it as capital gains. Filing tax forms and claiming capital gains are two different things.
@@SergiuM42 Am I missing something or is there simply no way anyone can tell how much I bought it for, then sold it for, if I walk in with a piece of metal in my hand??????
I just got my first gold buffalo. Which is my first 1oz purchase. Feels badass
Nice!
I am from France . Could you give me some advice to get into French gold coins ? Specially easy to sell !