Not all gold is created equal.

Pure gold is .999 percent pure or also known as 24 karats (the letter “k” representing karats). Most gold jewelry is 14k. It can be less or more. The purer gold is the more malleable and therefore jewelry can be easily damaged if it is 18-24k. That is why most jewelry is 14k, it can withstand more abuse than higher karats..

Gold bullion is .999 percent pure. Most coins minted today are 91% – 100% pure.

If you buy gold bullion, the price is determined by the spot price of today’s market. That said as an investor, you are speculating that gold prices will go up from what price you purchased it. That also holds true for gold stocks.

Older gold coins are not a speculation. Their value is determined by their age, demand, supply, rarity, history and condition. There are only so many older gold coins available that are in mint condition. As time goes by, their value increases regardless of the gold spot price. When you have something of historic importance, something that is rare, something that is in very good condition, you will always have something that is in demand causing the price to far exceed it’s cost in today’s market. That is why not all gold is created equal.

Many would argue that you will pay more for older gold coins, that there is a high premium to be paid. That the premium will prevent you to reaching profits quicker.  That is true if you are looking strictly at a short-term investment (1-4 years). However, if you are looking long term, 5+ years, gold coins have out performed any other investment in the gold market hands down. Many coins increasing in value over 7000%.

Buying old gold coins is no different than buying any gold that has historic value. The gold found in King Tut’s tomb is priceless. If you could buy the gold artifacts, image how much it would cost you. It’s not the gold that makes it so valuable, it’s the fact it is 1000′s of years old, in perfect condition and it’s from a pharaoh, giving it great historic importance.

Any gold coins recovered from shipwrecks like the Atocha, Consolacion, 1715 fleet, Vliegenthart, Princess Louisa, Reijgersdaal, El Cazador, Maravillas, that are in mint condition, are sold at a higher premium that newer coins. That goes without saying, but I am making a point that not all gold is created equal and many will argue the case that you shouldn’t buy old gold coins… they want you to buy today’s bullion as an investor.

The trick to finding the perfect investment with gold coins is something that isn’t too old or too new. Coins minted in the late 1800′s – 1933 offer more opportunity for the value to escalate the fastest.

If you are going to speculate, buy gold bullion for protection against an economic disaster.

If you are looking to make big profits and can hold on to your investment long term, buy gold coins.

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A gold investment has never been more important in today’s economy.

Most investors are putting 20% of their capitol in a gold investment.

Many gold investors are selecting gold stocks or gold bullion.  But it turns out gold coins are providing the biggest returns.

If you bought gold bullion in the year 2000 you would have seen a 20% return on your gold investment.  Not a bad return, but consider had you invested in gold coins that same year, you would have seen as much as a 7000% return.  Especially if your coins were issued before 1933.  That is because of the numismatic effect.  Gold coins go up in value regardless of gold prices.  Sure, the more gold rises in value the higher a coin will sell for, but even if gold does not go sky high, historically coins continue to rise in value.  There are only so many gold coins available.  Therefore scarcity becomes your friend when it comes to a gold investment.

For more than 6000 years gold has been valuable.  It is very likely that will never change.  As economies struggle and currencies are devalued, gold becomes even more valuable.

Gold is easy to buy, sell and store. It is available at coin and precious metals dealers and selected banks and brokerage firms across the U.S. and around the world.  You can make purchases in virtually any amount, ranging from a fraction of an ounce upward. The weight and purity of gold coins and bars are precisely controlled and standardized by internationally-recognized refiners and mints, allowing you to buy with confidence and sell with ease.

Gold bullion products are based on the underlying price of gold bullion, plus a small premium. As with any investment, it is always advisable to check the terms of the purchase agreement, procedures and prices offered by the dealer. Prospective investors should consult their financial advisor regarding tax laws or other circumstances.

Recent independent studies have revealed that traditional diversifiers often fall during times of market stress or instability.

On these occasions, most asset classes (including traditional diversifiers such as bonds and alternative assets) all move together in the same direction. There is no “cushioning” effect of a diversified portfolio — leaving investors disappointed. However, a small allocation of gold has been proven to significantly improve the consistency of portfolio performance, during both stable and unstable financial periods.  Greater consistency of performance leads to a desirable outcome — an investor whose expectations are met.

So it will not surprise you to say, a gold investment is what the smart investors do and the smartest gold investors choose older gold coins. To learn more, get our FREE Gold Investment Guide.

Be sure to request our FREE “Gold Investment Guide”. The guide will not only educate you about gold opportunities but will also show you what to avoid in gold investments.