Coin Collecting

Investing in gold coins can be both a financial pursuit and a personal hobby. Investors often choose coins as they offer far more flexibility than ingots due to the ability to sell part of your investment while still keeping some. An ingot doesn’t allow you to do this as you can’t sell part of a bar.

Investors tend to pursue gold primarily for its current market price, whereas collectors are drawn to coins for reasons such as historic interest or patriotic pride. A collector’s collection is generally dictated by their financial situation and personal preferences, whereas an investor’s is influenced by the economy and their portfolio.

How to begin collecting

Starting your collection requires planning - what is it exactly that you want to collect? Some decide that they want to own every version of one type of coin, others aim to make a set, purchasing every design from a certain time period.

You also need to decide if you are looking to make a profit from your collection, or if this is simply a hobby for enjoyment, as certain coins offer more return than others. 

Once you have envisioned your future coin collection, begin doing your research on which mint you wish to purchase. At BuyBullion24, we are authorized, recommended distributors of:

• The Royal Mint, UK
• Royal Australian Mint
• The Perth Mint, Australia
• United States Mint
• Royal Mint Canadian
• South African Mint

BB24 always recommends choosing coins from renowned mints to ensure you are purchasing high quality, valuable coins.