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A 2 troy ounce gold coin contains 62.2 grams of pure gold. That is exactly twice as much gold as a standard 1 troy ounce gold coin. See all our gold coins to compare the different weights. The 2 troy ounce size is particularly relevant for buyers who want to hold larger amounts of physical gold and prefer to own fewer individual coins.
One well-known coin in this weight is the Lunar from The Perth Mint. This Australian coin is minted in 24 carat gold with a purity of 99.99% and features a new design each year based on the Chinese zodiac. See the current range of 2 troy ounce gold coins for available versions and prices.
A troy ounce is the international unit of weight for precious metals such as gold, silver, platinum and palladium. A 2 troy ounce coin therefore contains twice as much gold as a standard 1 troy ounce coin.
This size is less common than 1 troy ounce and is mainly chosen by investors who want to buy a larger amount of physical gold per coin. This means you need to hold fewer individual coins for the same total gold weight.
A 2 troy ounce gold coin contains 62.207 grams of pure gold. Its total weight depends on the gold purity and whether other metals have been added.
The 2 troy ounce Lunar gold coin from The Perth Mint consists of 99.99% pure gold, or 24 carats. Its total coin weight is therefore almost the same as its fine gold weight.
In a 22 carat coin, approximately 91.67% of the total weight is gold. The remainder may consist of copper or silver, for example, making the coin harder. A 22 carat coin can thus contain the same fine gold weight while having a higher total weight.
The exact diameter and thickness differ by producer and version. A useful example is the gold Lunar from The Perth Mint. The 2 troy ounce Lunar has a diameter of approximately 40.9 millimeters and a thickness of 3.8 millimeters.
For comparison, the 1 troy ounce Lunar has a diameter of approximately 32.6 millimeters and is around 2.95 millimeters thick. The 2 troy ounce coin is therefore noticeably larger and thicker than the 1 troy ounce version.
The exact relationship between diameter and thickness can vary by series and coin.
A 2 troy ounce gold coin may appeal to buyers who want to purchase physical gold in larger units. One coin gives you a substantial amount of gold, so you need to hold fewer individual coins than with smaller weights.
With larger gold coins, the additional costs are spread across more gold. The premium per gram can therefore be more favorable than with smaller coins. Whether this is actually the case depends on the specific coin, its year of issue and availability.
On the other hand, a larger coin offers less flexibility when selling only part of your holdings. If you own two 1 troy ounce coins, for example, you can sell one and keep the other. With one 2 troy ounce coin, you must sell the entire coin.
A 2 troy ounce coin is therefore mainly of interest to buyers who deliberately choose larger units, do not mind the higher purchase price per coin or appreciate an impressive gold coin. The Lunar series in particular appeals to enthusiasts of distinctive bullion coins because of its larger size and annually changing design.
The selection of 2 troy ounce coins is smaller than that of the more common 1 troy ounce size. One well-known series issued in this weight is the Lunar series from The Perth Mint.
Lunar 2 troy ounce – This version contains 62.2 grams of pure gold and features a design that changes every year, based on the Chinese zodiac. The Lunar 2026, for example, depicts the Horse. Coins from the current year can often be reordered, while coins from previous years generally cannot. Availability depends on market conditions.
2 troy ounce mixed producers – You receive a 2 troy ounce gold coin available from our stock. The producer, year and design may vary.
If your main priorities are gold weight and price, you can choose a 2 troy ounce gold coin from mixed producers. Always check current stock to see which versions are available.
The price of a 2 troy ounce gold coin consists largely of the market value of 62.207 grams of pure gold. A premium is added to this amount.
This premium covers production, transport, insurance and trading costs, among other things. Supply and demand, the mint, the year of issue and the availability of a particular version can also affect the final price.
You can easily sell gold bullion coins back to Holland Gold. For common bullion coins, we generally pay around 100% of the current spot price. Always consult our Sell to Us page for the current buyback percentage and price.
There you can sell online 24/7, lock in the current selling price and schedule a collection date. If you prefer to sell by telephone, you can also contact us. You can also sell gold coins to Holland Gold that were originally bought elsewhere.
That depends on how you want to divide your gold holdings. With larger coins, you hold fewer individual coins, while smaller coins offer more flexibility when selling part of your holdings. Combining different weights may therefore be of interest.
No. A regular ounce weighs approximately 28.35 grams and is used for weighing food and other everyday products, for example. A troy ounce weighs 31.103 grams and is the standard unit of weight for precious metals such as gold, silver, platinum and palladium. For gold coins, 2 oz therefore refers to 2 troy ounces, or approximately 62.2 grams.
Both options contain the same total amount of pure gold. Two 1 troy ounce coins offer more flexibility when selling, while one 2 troy ounce coin may appeal if you deliberately want to buy in larger units.
That depends on your preferences, desired weight and budget. Gold coins are internationally recognizable and available in various designs and weights. Gold bars usually have simpler designs and may carry a relatively lower premium per gram at larger weights.
Preferably keep a 2 troy ounce coin in its original capsule or other protective packaging. In particular, 24 carat gold is relatively soft and can therefore be prone to scratches. If you hold larger amounts of physical gold, you can also choose a private safe or professional storage.
Yes. The 2 troy ounce gold coin meets the legal requirements for investment gold in the Netherlands and is therefore exempt from VAT. A gold coin must, among other things, have a purity of at least 900/1000, have been minted after 1800 and be or have been legal tender. All common 2 troy ounce gold bullion coins in Holland Gold's range qualify under these rules.
