The gold content of an investment coin depends on the type of coin you purchase. Most gold bullion coins are made of 999.9 fine gold (24 carats), such as the Maple Leaf or the Philharmoniker. However, several popular coins contain slightly less gold, at 22 carats (91.67%), including the famous Krugerrand and the American Eagle.
Most gold bullion coins are minted in 999.9 fine gold (24 carats), meaning they are made entirely of pure gold. The most well-known 24-carat investment coins include:
Some popular investment coins are minted in 22 carats (91.67% pure gold). Well-known examples include the Krugerrand and the American Eagle. Both coins contain exactly one troy ounce (31.103 grams) of pure gold, but additional copper and/or silver increases their total weight to 33.93 grams. These metals do not affect the value but alter the colour and make the coin more resistant to scratches than a 24-carat gold coin. The copper also gives the coin a distinct sound, making it easy to verify authenticity.
The best-known 22-carat gold bullion coins are:
Each gold coin on our website clearly states its gold content, so you know exactly how much fine gold your coin contains. Our selection ranges from 22 carats (91.67%) to 24 carats (99.999%), featuring coins produced by leading mints such as the South African Mint, Royal Canadian Mint, and United States Mint.
Read more about how to test the authenticity of gold coins or how to sell your gold coins.
Read also more about the difference between a historical gold coin and an investment gold coin.