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GOLD COINS
GOLDRUSH is pleased to offer a variety of gold coins dating from the 1800s to today's Proof Gold
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This gold coin takes its name from its designer, the famous American sculptor – Augustus Saint-
Gaudens. Its name is often shortened to "$20 Saint" or "$20 St. Gaudens" within the gold coin
collecting world. This last circulating $20 gold coin is considered to be one of the most beautiful rare
United States gold coins. Whether you are an avid coin collector or an individual looking for long-
term diversity for your financial portfolio, the Saint-Gaudens double eagle's* unmatched beauty and
rich history makes this a coin worthy of consideration. (*Coin collectors refer to $10 gold pieces as
"Eagles" and $20 gold coins as "Double Eagles.")
Designing the St. Gaudens Gold Coin
In an effort to to raise the artistry of America's coinage, President Teddy Roosevelt engaged his
friend and America's foremost sculptor, Augustus-Saint-Gaudens, to design new $20 and $10 gold
coins. You may be familiar with some of Saint-Gaudens' more famous sculptures, which include
"Standing Lincoln" in Chicago's Lincoln Park and the General Sherman Civil War monument in New
York's Central Park.
The obverse (front) depicts Liberty holding a staff and olive branch as she walks from the sun. The
date appears to the viewer's right of Liberty (the date appeared in Roman numerals "MCMVII" on a
portion of the coins minted in 1907). The word 'LIBERTY' arcs above her. Stars representing the
number of states in the union (46 from 1907-11 and 48 from 1912-33) curve around the rim. This
depiction of Liberty was so acclaimed the Mint chose to use this same design when it created the
modern American Eagle coins.
The reverse (back) of the $20 St. Gaudens gold coin features a bald eagle gliding across the sun.
The words "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" and "TWENTY DOLLARS" span across the top of the
coin. Although it was initially omitted from coins minted in 1907 and the first half of 1908, the motto
"IN GOD WE TRUST" lies underneath the eagle.
$20 Saint-Gaudens Coin Minting Information
The first $20 Saint-Gaudens gold coins ever minted were a "trial" coin never intended for circulation.
Only approximately 16-22 of these specimens were minted. Each coin was relatively thick and struck
in what is called "Ultra High Relief," giving the appearance of a medal rather than a coin. These
experimental pieces had a much higher relief than later issues and connected directly to the edge
without a border, resulting in a very sharp appearance. Only a few of these coins are available
today. Later in 1907 and continuing through 1933, these gold coins were struck in flat relief.
"In God We Trust" Coin Inscription
The newly minted $20 Saint-Gaudens coin was extremely controversial because of an important
omission. In contrast to other gold coins minted during this period, the $20 Saint-Gaudens omitted
the inscription "In God We Trust" (hence the name "No Motto"). President Roosevelt felt the motto
and reference to God should not appear on coins that could be used in transactions in brothels,
saloons and gambling halls, making them "close to sacrilege."
Despite his motivations, the public construed the omission of this motto as an attack upon religion.
The resulting uproar quickly led to a Congressional Act restoring the inscription which was added in
mid-1908. The motto remained until the government stopped striking gold coins for circulation in
1933 when private citizens were prohibited from owning gold under threat of fines or imprisonment.
$20 St. Gaudens Gold Coin
Coin Designer:Augustus Saint- Gaudens
GROSS WEIGHT GOLD
CONTENT COMPOSITION DIAMETER COIN EDGE
33.436g Gold Content:
0.9675 oz. 90% gold, 10% copper
Coin Diameter:
34mm
E ~ PLURIBUS ~
UNUM
Dates: 1907-16; 1920-33
US Mint Branches: Denver (1908-11; 1913-14; 1923-27; 1931), Philadelphia (1907-15; 1920-29;
1931-33), San Francisco (1908-11; 1913-16; 1920; 1922; 1924-27; 1930)
† Please note that product images are for representative purposes only and do not reflect actual
size.
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One of only two coins designed by America's most acclaimed sculptor, Augustus Saint-Gaudens,
this $10 gold coin is one of the most exquisite gold coins our nation has ever struck.
Design of the $10 Indian Gold Coin
The $10 Indian Head's obverse (front) features the head of Liberty, donning an Indian war bonnet
that reads 'LIBERTY'. Thirteen stars representing the nation's 13 original colonies arc above
Liberty's head. The date appears at the bottom of the coin.
The reverse (back) depicts a proud Bald Eagle puffing its chest as it stands among olive branches.
The Latin phrase 'E PLURIBUS UNUM' lies to the viewer's right of the eagle. The words 'UNITED
STATES OF AMERICA' and the denomination ('TEN DOLLARS') appear at the top and bottom of
the coin, respectively. The motto 'IN GOD WE TRUST' was added to the coin in the middle of 1908
by order of Congress.
Perhaps the most fascinating feature of this striking gold coin is that the edge of the coin features
raised stars signifying the states of the Union, rather than a lettered or reeded edge. Coins struck
from 1907 to 1911 feature 46 stars. Two more stars were added the following year to commemorate
the addition of New Mexico and Arizona to the Union.
$10 Indian Coin Minting Information
The $10 Indian was originally struck with a wire rim in 1907, which gave the coin a more 3-
Dimensional appearance. Only 500 were produced before the Mint began producing regular strikes
later in the same year.
$10 Indian Gold Coin
Coin Designer: Augustus Saint-Gaudens
GROSS WEIGHT GOLD
CONTENT COMPOSITION DIAMETER COIN EDGE
16.718 g 0.48375 oz. 90% gold, 10%
copper 27mm
1907-1911: 46
raised stars and
1912-1933: 48
raised stars
Dates:1907-16; 1920; 1926; 1930; 1932-33
U.S. Mint Branches: Denver (1908-1911, 1914), Philadelphia(1907-15; 1926; 1932-33), San
Francisco (1908-16; 1920; 1930)
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size.
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The $5 Indian gold coin is one of two coins designed by sculptor Bela Lyon Pratt. (The other being
the $2.50 Indian gold coin.) As with the $20 Saint-Gaudens gold piece, President Theodore
Roosevelt played an important role in revamping this smaller gold coin. While looking for a sculptor
to design these coins, Roosevelt's good friend, Dr. William Sturgis Bigelow, recommended Pratt who
had once been a student of Augustus Saint-Gaudens. Although the $5 Indian Head is smaller and
less spectacular than the coins of his mentor, the Pratt coins are, in a sense, more innovative and
daring.
Design of the $5 Indian Gold Coin
The obverse (front) pictures an Indian Chief, the first true American Indian ever to appear on United
States coinage. Previously, Caucasian models dressed in American Indian attire were used. The
chief on the Indian Head is wearing a full-feathered headdress with the word 'Liberty' inscribed
above the headband. A border of 13 stars and the minting date encircle him.
The reverse (back) features a proud bald eagle standing among olive branches, surrounded by the
words 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.' The motto 'IN GOD WE TRUST' and the denomination also
appear on the reverse.
$5 Indian Coin Minting Information
What sets the $5 and $2.50 Indian Head gold coins apart from other United States coins is that they
were the first (and only) U.S. gold coins to use the technique known as incuse relief, giving the
design elements and lettering a sunken-in appearance on a uniformly flat plane.
$5 Indian Gold Coin
Coin Designer:Bela Lyon Pratt
GROSS WEIGHT GOLD
CONTENT COMPOSITION DIAMETER COIN EDGE
8.359g Gold Content:
0.24187 oz. 90% gold, 10% copper
Coin Diameter:
21.6mm Reeded
Dates: 1908-16; 1929
U.S. Mint Branches: Denver (1908-11; 1914), Philadelphia (1908-15; 1929), San Francisco (1908-
16)
† Please note that product images are for representative purposes only and do not reflect actual
size.
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The $3 Indian Princess gold coin is considered one of the most unusual coins produced by the
United States Mint. Designer James B. Longacre was faced with the challenge of creating a coin that
could be differentiated from $2.50 AND $5 Liberty gold coins, in size, weight and design. Longacre
met this challenge in creating the only $3 U.S. coin ever minted.
Design of the $3 Indian Princess Gold Piece
The $3 gold coin, although minted during the years of the Liberty series of gold coins is commonly
referred to as the Indian Princess due to the design on the front of the gold coin. Miss Liberty is
depicted as an Indian Princess with her hair tightly curled above her neck and her head crowned
with a circle of feathers. The band on her forehead is inscribed with the word 'Liberty'.
The reverse (back) features a wreath of tobacco, wheat, corn, and cotton, 'the principal cash crops
of the time,' encircling the denomination ("3 DOLLARS") and the date.
$3 Indian Princess Minting Information
Although no one is certain why the coin was originally created, some numismatists believe it was for
the purchase of 3-cent postage stamps in sheets of 100. Others theorize that it was to ease the
purchase of 3-cent silver pieces in 100-coin rolls. Whatever the reason, the $3 gold piece was
minted for only 36 years, making it the shortest-lived of any denomination of gold coin released for
general circulation in the United States.
DETAILED COIN INFORMATION
$3 Indian Princess Gold Coin
Coin Designer: James B. Longacre
GROSS WEIGHT GOLD COMPOSITION DIAMETER COIN EDGE
CONTENT
5.015g 0.14512 oz. 90% gold, 10%
copper 20.5mm Reeded
Dates: 1854-1889
Dates: 1854-1889
U.S. Mint Branches: Dahlonega (1854), New Orleans (1854), Philadelphia (all dates*), San
Francisco (1855-57; 1860; 1870)* Only proofs were produced in 1875 and 1876.^ Only 1 1870-S
coin was produced.
† Please note that product images are for representative purposes only and do not reflect actual
size.
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Sculptor Bela Lyon Pratt was selected by President Theodore Roosevelt to design the $2.50 and $5
Indian Head gold coins. Although Pratt was not as renowned as his mentor, Augustus Saint-
Gaudens, to some it seemed logical to entrust the two gold coins to a younger, more contemporary
artist.
Design of the $2.50 Indian Gold Coin
The obverse (front) features a Native American, the first American Indian ever to appear on United
States coinage. Previously, Caucasians dressed in Native American attire were used as models.
The chief on the Indian Head is wearing a full-feathered headdress with the word 'Liberty' inscribed
above the headband. A border of 13 stars and the minting date encircle him.
The reverse (back) of the $2.50 coin features a proud bald eagle standing among olive branches,
surrounded by the words 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA'. The motto 'In God We Trust,' and the
denomination also appear on the reverse.
$2.50 Indian Coin Minting Information
What sets the $2.5 and $5 Indian Head gold coins apart from other United States coins is that they
were the first (and only) U.S. gold coins to use the technique known as incuse relief. This technique
gives the design elements and lettering a sunken appearance on a uniformly flat plane. This
technique caused some controversy when the coin was introduced because people erroneously
believed the sunken design of the coin would act as a breeding ground for disease.
$2.50 Indian Gold Coin
Coin Designer:Bela Lyon Pratt
GROSS WEIGHT GOLD
CONTENT COMPOSITION DIAMETER COIN EDGE
4.18g 0.12094 oz. 90% gold, 10%
copper 18mm Reeded
Dates: 1908-15; 1925-29
U.S. Mint Branches: Denver (1911; 1914; 1925), Philadelphia (all dates)
† Please note that product images are for representative purposes only and do not reflect actual
size.
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Goldrush has a limited number of these numismatic versions of the popular 24 karat coin.
Professional Coin Grading Service ("PCGS") certifies each coin to be a "First Strike", the proprietary
trademark of PCGS for coins delivered by the U.S. Mint no later than the first 30 days of the initial
release date. Goldrush has a limited number of 2010 First Strike American Buffalo coins in PCGS
MS 69 & MS 70.
FIRST STRIKE GOLD American Buffalo Coin Description
First minted in June 2006, the American Buffalo Gold Coin marked the first time in its history that the
United States Mint offered customers the opportunity to purchase a 24-karat gold bullion coin.
America's first ever 24-karat one ounce coin is made of pure .9999 fine gold and is the result of the
combination of timeless elegance in numismatic design and uncompromising quality in coinage
production. First Strike American Buffaloes are numismatic coins which have been independently
graded and certified by PCGS. These coins are encapsulated in tamper-evident, sonically-sealed,
high-security capsules and assigned a unique serial number.
Design of the American Gold Buffalo Coin
This beautiful gold coin, nicknamed "The Buffalo," is based upon American sculptor James Earle
Fraser's revered Buffalo Nickel of 1913. The Buffalo displays Fraser's classic design of an American
Indian on the coin's obverse (front) and the renowned American bison on the reverse.
The Native American depiction on the coin's obverse is believed to be based on three different
Native Americans. Two of the Native Americans who modeled for Fraser, once a student of
Augustus Saint-Gaudens, were named by the designer before his death as Chief Iron Tail of the
Lakota Sioux and Chief Two Moons of the Cheyenne. The third person has yet to be definitively
identified.
It is widely thought that the bison on the coin's reverse (back) was modeled after Black Diamond, a
popular attraction at New York's Zoological Gardens.
† Please note that product images are for representative purposes only and do not reflect actual
size.
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James B. Longacre designed the first gold dollar in 1849 shortly after it was authorized by the Act of
March 3, 1849. In 1854, Longacre restyled this Liberty Head gold dollar (referred to as a Type I gold
dollar) to display an Indian Princess, creating the Indian Head Type II gold dollar.
Designs of the $1 Indian Gold Coin
$1 Gold Indian Head Type II
The design of the $1 Indian gold coin is very similar to that of the $3 Indian Princess. When the $1
Liberty gold coin was redesigned in 1854, the depiction of Lady Liberty changed dramatically.
Before, the design of the Type I was very similar to that of the $20 Liberty, featuring Lady Liberty
surrounded by 13 stars. The new Type II design featured Lady Liberty wearing a Native American
headdress surrounded by the words 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.'
A wreath encircles the denomination and date on the $1 Indian gold coin's back. This wreath is
composed of tobacco, wheat, corn and cotton, the principal cash crops of the time.
$1 Gold Indian Head Type III
Due to difficulties involved in striking Type II $1 gold coins, Longacre chose to redesign the coins. In
1857, Indian Head Type III $1 gold coins were designed and minted. The redesign was intended to
give the coin a sharper appearance although the design still closely resembled the Type II. Miss
Liberty is still represented as an Indian Princess, but with slight changes to her headdress. The size
of her head and the details on the wreath, denomination, and the date on the reverse were all
enlarged.
$1 Indian Coin Minting Information
The Type II Indian Heads were minted only for only two years from 1854-1856.
Design changes creating the Type III $1 Indian Head resulted in coins that could be struck properly.
They were produced for over three decades between 1856 and 1889. These gold dollars were
minted in Philadelphia, Charlotte, Dahlonega, New Orleans, and San Francisco.
Coin Designer: James B. Longacre
GROSS WEIGHT GOLD CONTENT COMPOSITION DIAMETER COIN EDGE
1.672g 0.04837 oz 90% gold, 10% copper 13mm Reeded
Dates: 1854-56 (Type II); 1856-89 (Type III)
U.S. Mint Branches: Charlotte (1855), Dahlonega (1855-61), New Orleans (1855), Philadelphia (all
dates), San Francisco (1856-60; 1870)
† Please note that product images are for representative purposes only and do not reflect actual
size.
Proof gold American Eagles
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Proof gold American Eagles are collector versions of one of the world's most popular gold bullion
coins, the official United States gold bullion coin. Only a limited number of proof coins are struck
each year and certain years have been known to sell out soon after being issued. Proof American
Eagles are minted in each of the bullion sizes (1-oz., 1/2-oz., 1/4-oz., and 1/10-oz.) and are available
for purchase in any of these sizes individually, or in 2' or 4-piece sets.
Design of the Proof Gold American Eagle
The U.S. Mint duplicated the design for the obverse (front) of the American Gold Eagle from the $20
Saint-Gaudens, which is widely considered America's most beautiful gold coin. The $20 Saint
Gaudens was commissioned by Theodore Roosevelt in an effort to rival the coins of ancient Greece
and Rome.
The coin's reverse (back), designed by Miley Busiek, captures a male bald eagle holding an olive
branch in its talons as it swoops into a nest holding its family. This side also carries the majority of
the wording on the coin, the gold content and purity, the denomination, the issuing country, the
phrase 'E PLURIBUS UNUM' and the motto 'IN GOD WE TRUST'.
Proof Gold American Eagle Coin Minting Information
Proof gold American Eagle coins undergo a detailed minting process using special dies. Lustrous
coin blanks are fed manually into the presses where they are struck multiple times to ensure detailed
coin images, which appear softly frosted above a mirror-like background.
Each Proof Eagle comes in a beautiful, dark blue velvet presentation case with an official U.S. Mint
Certificate of Authority. This certificate outlines the United States government guarantee of the coin's
gold content, weight and purity.
Individual Retirement Accounts
Currently, proof American Eagles are the only collectible coins allowed by the United States
government for Individual Retirement Accounts. Due to their numismatic significance, these coins
carry numismatic or rare coin spreads. See Coin Facts for Investors and Collectors to Consider for
additional details (Note: Tax laws are complex and may change at any time. You should consult with
your tax advisor about whether including precious metals in your IRA is right for you).
Proof American Eagle Gold Coin
Coin Designer: Augustus Saint-Gaudens (obverse), Miley Busiek (reverse)
COIN SIZE FACE
VALUE
GOLD
CONTENT GROSS WEIGHT DIAMETER
COIN
THICKNESS
1-oz. $50 1 oz.
31.1035g
1.0909 oz.
33.930g
1.287 in.
32.70mm
0.113 in.
2.87mm
1/2 oz. $25 0.5000 oz.
15.5517g
0.5454 oz.
16.965g
1.063 in.
27.00mm
0.085 in.
2.15mm
1/4 oz. $10 0.2500 oz.
7.7759g
0.2727 oz.
8.483g
0.866 in.
22.00mm
0.070 in.
1.78mm
1/10 oz. $5 0.1000 oz.
3.1103g
0.1091 oz.
3.393g
0.650 in.
16.50mm
0.049 in.
1.26mm
Dates: 1986 - 2009 (1-oz.); 1987 -2009 (1/2-oz.); 1988 - 2009 (1/4-oz. and 1/2 'oz.)
Mint: Philadelphia (1987-93: "-oz.; 1988-93 "-oz. and '-oz.), West Point (1986 - 2009: 1/oz.; 1994 -
2009 1/2-oz., 1/4-oz., and 1/10-oz.)
† Please note that product images are for representative purposes only and do not reflect actual
size.
Proof Gold Australian Nugget
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Proof gold Australian Nuggets are collector versions of the official gold bullion coins of Australia.
Minted at the Perth Mint, the gold content, weight, and purity of each proof gold Australian Nugget is
guaranteed by the government of Australia. Proof gold coins are not currently minted in all seven
sizes produced for the bullion coins.
Design of the Proof Gold Australian Nugget Coin
The design on the reverse of these gold coins rotates every year. Each year's new design for the
proof coin is used for the following year's bullion issue. The chart below lists the design these coins
have featured each year since their inception.
1-oz. GOLD AUSTRALIAN NUGGET REVERSE DESIGNS
PROOF
BULLION
DESIGN
2003
--
2 Hopping Kangaroos
2002
2003
Drinking Kangaroos
2001
2002
2 Kangaroos & Australia
2000
2001
Kangaroo – in grass
1999
2000
2 Hopping Kangaroos
1998
1999
Kangaroo – looking sideways
1997
1998
2 Kangaroos
1996
1997
Landing Kangaroo – 10th Anniversary
1995
1996
Kangaroo & Joey
1994
1995
Red Kangaroo - looking
1993
1994
Whiptail Wallaby
1992
1993
Nailtailed Wallaby
1991
1992
Common Wallaroo (2-oz.+ Red Kangaroo)
1990
1991
Grey Kangaroo
1989
1990
Red Kangaroo - jumping
1988
--
Pride of Australia (nugget)
1987
--
Poseidon (nugget)
1986
1987-89
Welcome Stranger (largest gold nugget ever
found)
Proof Gold Australian Nugget Minting Information
Proof Gold Australian Nuggets undergo a specific minting process using special dies. Lustrous coin
blanks are fed manually into the presses where they are struck multiple times to ensure detailed coin
images, which appear softly frosted and are raised above a mirror-like background. Only inspectors
wearing white gloves to protect the coins from the oils emitted from their hands ever touch these
coins.
DETAILED COIN INFORMATION
Proof Gold Australian Nugget
Coin
Coin Designer: Ian Rank Broadley \
(obverse), Reverse changes yearly
COIN SIZE
FACE VALUE
PURITY
GROSS WEIGHT
DIAMETER
COIN THICKNESS
1-kg
$3000 (Aus)*
99.9%
1000.100g
74.50mm
13.90mm
10-oz.
$1000 (Aus)*
99.9%
311.067g
59.70mm
7.90mm
2-oz.
$200 (Aus)*
99.9%
62.214g
40.40mm
4.00mm
1-oz.
100 (Aus)*
99.9%
31.035g
32.10mm
2.65mm
1/2-oz.
$50 (Aus)*
99.9%
15.5107g
25.10mm
2.20mm
1/4-oz.
$25 (Aus)*
99.9%
7.7508g
20.10mm
1.80mm
1/10-oz.
$15 (Aus)*
99.9%
3.1103g
16.10mm
1.40mm
1/20-oz.
$5 (Aus)*
99.9%
1.5710g
14.10mm
1.30mm
Dates: 1986-present (1-oz, 1/2-oz., 1/4-oz., 1/10-oz.); 1989-present (1/20-oz.); 1991-97 (2-oz.);
1991-99
(10-oz., 1-kg)
Mint: Perth * In 1991, the
2-oz., 10-oz. and 1-kg nugget had face values of $500,
$2,500 and $10,000 respectively.
† Please note that product images are for representative purposes only and do not reflect actual
size.
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The discovery of gold in California in 1848 and the ensuing Gold Rush turned out to be a boon for
gold coins. Due to the overflow of gold that began pouring into Philadelphia, Congress authorized
the United States Mint to create a $20 gold coin on March 3, 1849.
The most recognizable coin of its day, the $20 Liberty, also referred to as a $20 Coronet, remained
in production until 1907 when the United States Mint began minting the $20 Saint-Gaudens.
Design of the $20 Liberty Gold Coin
Designed by James B. Longacre, the obverse (front) of the $20 Liberty gold coin features Miss
Liberty donning a crown inscribed with the word 'LIBERTY'. Thirteen stars representing the original
13 colonies and the date encircle her.
The reverse (back) features a bald eagle behind a striped shield. The words 'UNITED STATES OF
AMERICA' arc the top of the coin.
A total of three different types of $20 Liberties were minted. Depending upon the date and type,
other pieces of information are listed on the reverse, as listed below.
Type I
Type I coins do not feature the motto 'IN GOD WE TRUST' and the denomination is written as
"Twenty D."
Type II
The 'IN GOD WE TRUST' motto was added to the reverse in 1866, resulting in the Type II design.
Rev. M.R. Watkinson of Ridleyville, PA, spearheaded this change by asking Secretary of the
Treasury Salmon P. Chase to include the motto on the nation's coins. Another Type II design change
involved altering the shape of the shield on the reverse from straight to curved in the ornate rococo
style of the day.
Type III
In 1877, the denomination was changed to read 'TWENTY DOLLARS' instead of 'TWENTY D.' This
is the only difference between Type II and Type III $20 Liberty gold coins.
$20 Liberty Coin Minting Information
In mid-1849, legislation was approved to begin minting the $20 Liberty gold coin. At least two of
these coins were minted in December of 1849; one is now located in the Smithsonian. Introduced
into circulation in 1850, the $20 Liberty immediately became the largest denomination of all regular
U.S. coins to date. In all, the $20 Liberty was minted at five different mints throughout its production.
The Creation and Use of the Double Eagle
Although $1, $2.5, $5 and $10 gold coins were already in circulation, the Mint realized that it could
increase production of gold coins by minting a $20 gold coin, or double eagle, in half the time it took
to produce two $10 gold coins with the same amount of gold.
The new $20 gold coin was not common in day-to-day consumer transactions. Since 20 dollars was
a considerable amount of money in the 19th century, the $20 Liberty was usually used for bank-to-
bank transfers and paying debts to foreign investors.
$20 Liberty Gold Coin
Coin Designer: James B. Longacre
GROSS
WEIGHT
GOLD
CONTENT COMPOSITION DIAMETER COIN EDGE
33.436g Gold Content:
0.9675 oz. 90% gold, 10% copper
Coin Diameter:
34mm Reeded
Dates: 1849-1866 (Type I); 1866-1876 (Type II); 1877-1907 (Type III)
U.S. Mint Branches: Carson City (1870-79; 1882-85; 1889-93), Denver (1906-07), New Orleans
(1850-61; 1879), Philadelphia (All dates*), San Francisco (1854-85; 1887-1907)* Only proofs were
struck in Philadelphia in 1883, 1884, and 1887.
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The $10 Liberty gold coin, or Coronet, was minted after a 34-year hiatus of other $10 gold pieces.
The Coronet design by Christian Gobrecht would later appear on the $2.50 Liberty gold coin and one
year prior to its use on the $5 Liberty gold coin.
Design of the $10 Liberty Gold Coin
The obverse (front) features Lady Liberty, wearing her hair in a tight bun with a few loose curls falling
down her neck. On her head is a coronet inscribed with the word 'Liberty.' Surrounding her are 13
stars and the date of issue. The first $10 Liberty gold coins minted in 1838 and early 1839 have a
slightly different design than those that were minted from the remainder of 1839 through 1907. The
most prominent difference is the shape of the neck truncation.
The reverse (back) features a proud bald eagle with wings spread, standing among olive branches.
The eagle clinches three arrows in his talons, and has a shield featuring stars and stripes upon his
chest. The words 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA', the denomination, and the Mint Mark surround
the eagle. The $10 Liberty gold coins that were minted from 1838 and 1866 do not feature the Motto
'IN GOD WE TRUST'. In 1866 the reverse was modified by adding the Motto on a ribbon above the
eagle.
$10 Liberty Coin Minting Information
The Philadelphia Mint produced these coins continuously throughout their circulation, and the San
Francisco Mint's production of the $10 Liberty was almost continuous. In 1870, the Carson City Mint
began production. New Orleans coins were produced from 1879 through 1883 and again several
years later. Coins were also struck at the newly opened Denver Mint from 1906 until the introduction
of the $10 Indian Head Gold Coin, which ended the $10 Liberty's production.
$10 Liberty Gold Coin
Coin Designer: Christian Gobrecht
GROSS WEIGHT GOLD
CONTENT COMPOSITION DIAMETER COIN EDGE
16.718g 0.48375 oz. 90% gold, 10%
copper 27mm Reeded
Dates: 1838-1907
U.S. Mint Branches: Carson City (1870-84; 1890-93), Denver (1906-07), New Orleans (1841-60;
1879-83; 1888; 1892-95; 1897; 1899; 1901; 1903-04; 1906), Philadelphia (all dates), and San
Francisco (1854-74; 1876-1889; 1892-1903; 1905-07)
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Congress authorized the U.S.Mint to produce the $5.00 gold coin, or Half Eagle, on April 2, 1792.
The first design of the $5.00 Liberty gold coin, referred to as the Capped Bust to Right, Small Eagle,
was the first gold coin minted by the United States government. It is also the only coin in U.S. history
to have been struck at all seven U.S. Mints that were operating during its circulation. The $5.00 gold
piece had several design changes throughout its history. One of the final designs of the $5 gold coin,
the Liberty, or Coronet, design by Christian Golbrecht, was minted from 1839 until 1908 when the $5
Indian gold coin was introduced.
Design of the $5 Liberty Gold Coin
The obverse (front) of the $5 Liberty gold coin is very similar in design to the $2.50 and $20 Liberty
gold coins. As with these Liberty coins, the obverse features Lady Liberty whose tight bun of hair is
adorned with a string of beads. A coronet inscribed with the word "LIBERTY" rests on top of her
head. The date and one star for each of the 13 original colonies encircle Liberty's portrait.
The reverse (back) features a proud bald eagle with wings spread, standing among olive branches.
The eagle clinches three arrows in his talons, and has a shield featuring stars and stripes upon his
chest. The words 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA', the denomination, and the Mint Mark surround
the eagle. Coins minted from 1839 through 1866 do not feature the motto 'IN GOD WE TRUST.' In
1866 the reverse was modified by adding the Motto on a ribbon above the eagle.
$5 Liberty Coin Minting Information
The Philadelphia Mint produced these gold coins throughout their production run, although minting
was partially shifted to the San Francisco Mint during the Civil War years. The $5.00 Liberty was
also minted in Charlotte, Dahlonega, and New Orleans. After the motto was added, these coins were
struck at Carson City, and in 1906 and 1907 at the newly opened Denver Mint.
$5 Liberty Gold Coin
Coin Designer: Christian Gobrecht
GROSS WEIGHT GOLD
CONTENT COMPOSITION DIAMETER COIN EDGE
8.359g 0.24187 oz. 90% gold, 10%
copper
22.5mm (1839-40)
21.6mm (1840-
1929)
Reeded
Dates: 1840-1907
Dates: 1840-1907
U.S. Mint Branches: Carson City (1870-84; 1890-93); Charlotte (1839-44; 1846-61); Dahlonega
(1839-61); Denver (1906-07); New Orleans (1840-47*; 1851; 1854-57; 1892-94); Philadelphia (all^);
San Francisco (1855-88; 1892-1906)
*only 50 1841-O coins were minted; unconfirmed in any collection.
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$2.50 LIBERTY TO PURCHASE CALL 1-866-439-6201
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The first $2.50 Liberty gold coin, or quarter eagle, was authorized by a Congressional act on April 2,
1792. Several design changes were made throughout the history of $2.50 gold coin. In 1840
Christian Gobrecht redesigned the $2.50 gold coin to create the $2.50 Liberty Head, also referred to
as the $2.50 Coronet Type. This is the longest spanning design without a major change or alteration
(very minor changes were made to the design on the reverse) in American coinage history.
Design of the $2.50 Liberty Gold Coin
The goal of Christian Gobrecht's design was to make the $2.50 gold piece similar to the design of
the larger gold coins of the day such as the $10 and $20 Liberty gold coins. Like the other Liberty
gold coins, the obverse (front) features Lady Liberty, whose hair is worn in a tight bun secured by a
string of beads with loose curls hanging down her neck. She is wearing a coronet inscribed with the
word 'Liberty'; 13 stars representing the 13 original colonies and the date of issue surround her.
The reverse (back) features a proud bald eagle with wings spread, standing among olive branches.
The eagle clinches three arrows in his talons, and has a shield featuring stars and stripes upon his
chest. The words' UNITED STATES OF AMERICA', the denomination, and the Mint Mark surround
the eagle.
$2.50 Liberty Coin Minting Information
The Philadelphia mint produced $2.50 Liberty gold coins every year of their circulation from 1840
through 1907. Before the Civil War, additional pieces were struck at Charlotte, Dahlonega and New
Orleans. The San Francisco Mint produced $2.50 Liberty Heads for certain years from 1854 and
onward.
California $2.50 Gold Piece
In 1848, the military Governor of California sent 230 ounces of pure gold to his Secretary of War. It
was decided that the coins would be minted into quarter eagles. To distinguish these coins, the
letters 'CAL' were punched above the heraldic eagle on the reverse.
$2.50 Liberty Gold Coin
Coin Designer: Jame B. Longacre
GROSS WEIGHT GOLD
CONTENT COMPOSITION DIAMETER COIN EDGE
4.18g Gold Content:
0.12094 oz.
90% gold, 10%
copper
Coin Diameter:
18mm Reeded
Dates: 1840-1907
U.S. Mint Branches: Charlotte (1840-42; 1843-44; 1846-52; 1854-56; 1858; 1859), Dahlonega
(1840-57; 1859), New Orleans (1840; 1842-43; 1845-47; 1850-52; 1854; 1856-57), Philadelphia (all
dates), and San Francisco (1854; 1856-57; 1859-63; 1865-73; 1875-79)
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James B. Longacre designed the Liberty Head Type Gold dollar shortly after coinage of the gold
dollar was authorized by Congressional act on March 3, 1849. The $1 Liberty gold coin is the
smallest coin in United States history with a diameter of only 13mm, making it even smaller than the
14mm silver three-cent piece.
Design of the $1 Liberty Gold Coin
Several different variations of the $1 Liberty Head coins were minted. The differences of these
variations include the size of Liberty's head as well as the openness/enclosure of the wreath on the
reverse. However, the basic design, detailed below, did not change.
Like the $20 Liberty, the obverse (front) of the coin features Lady Liberty with her hair tightly curled
above her neck, crowned by a coronet. The surrounding 13 stars represent the 13 original colonies.
The gold coin's reverse (back) features a wreath encircling the denomination and date. The Mint
Mark is located between the wreath and the words "United States of America."
$1 Liberty Coin Minting Information
The $1 Liberty Head gold coin was minted from 1849 until the introduction of the $1 Indian Head
gold coin in 1854. Although the design on the obverse completely changed, many numismatists refer
to the Liberty Head and the two versions of the $1 Indian Head gold coins as Types I, II and III.
These gold dollars were minted primarily at the Philadelphia Mint, but also at Charlotte, Dahlonega,
New Orleans, and in its last year, 1854, at the newly opened San Francisco Mint.
$1 Liberty Gold Coin
Coin Designer: Jame B. Longacre
GROSS WEIGHT GOLD
CONTENT COMPOSITION DIAMETER COIN EDGE
1.672g Gold Content:
0.04837 oz.
90% gold, 10%
copper
Coin Diameter:
13mm Reeded
Dates: 1849-54
US Mint Branches: Charlotte (1849-1853), Dahlonega (all dates), New Orleans (1849-1853),
Philadelphia (all dates), San Francisco (1854 only)
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GOLD COINS
$AUSTRAIN 1000 SCHILLING
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In 1976, the Austrian Mint minted a coin commemorating the 1,000-year anniversary of the start of
the Babenberg Dynasty. Fittingly, it chose a denomination of 1,000 Schilling - the first time it had
produced a coin with this face value. All information on this page refers to this special coin, which is
90% pure gold and contains 0.3906 troy ounces of gold.
Design of the Austrian 1000 Schilling Gold Coin
The obverse of the 1976 Austrian 1,000 Schilling gold coin depicts an Imperial Eagle whose breast
is covered with an Austrian shield as it grips a hammer and sickle in its talons. Beneath the Imperial
Eagle is the denomination and the words "REPUBLIK ÖSTERREICH" (Austrian Republic) surround
the Eagle. Martha Coufal-Hartl designed this side.
The reverse, designed by Gertrude Simon, features the Seal of Duke Friedrich II: a knight carrying a
pennant on horseback. Encircling the seal are the dates of the anniversary (976-1976) and the
words "EINSETZUNG DER BABENBERGER."
Austrian 1000 Schilling Coin Minting Information
Since 1976, the Austrian Mint has periodically produced 1,000 Schilling gold coins with other
designs and specifications, many issues of which were minted as proof gold coins only.
The Austrian Mint now also produces agold bullion coin marked in Schillings. The 1/2-ounce Vienna
Philharmonic gold coin carries a 1,000 Schilling face value.
Babenberg Dynasty
A branch of Babenbergers from modern day Bavaria, Germany migrated to Austria and would soon
take over as the ruling family referred to as the House of Babenberg, or the Babenberg Dynasty.
They ruled over Austria from 976 - 1248 before the dynasty was succeeded by of the House of
Habsburg.
Austrian 1000 Schilling
GROSS WEIGHT GOLD
CONTENT COMPOSITION DIAMETER COIN EDGE
13.5g 0.3906 troy oz. 90% gold 27mm Grained
Dates: 1976 *Other dates minted with different specifications
Mint: Austrian Mint AG
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British Sovereign TO PURCHASE CALL 1-866-439-6201
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The gold British Sovereign can trace its history to Henry VII (1485-1509) who issued the first 20-
shilling gold coin in 1489. The minting of the British Sovereign was suspended shortly after James I
ascended to the throne of England in 1603. More than 200 years later, gold Sovereigns were once
again struck commencing with George III in 1817.
In the 19th Century, the Master of the Mint commissioned his protégé, Royal Mint engraver
Benedetto Pistrucci, to create the now classic image of St. George and the dragon for the reverse
(back) of this coin. In 1890, then Chancellor of the Exchequer, George Goschen , declared:
"Nothing, in my opinion, is more handsome than the St. George and Dragon."
From the time of Queen Victoria until Britain went off the gold standard, British Sovereigns were
minted as circulating gold coins with the stated value of one pound.
Goldrush offers both circulated and uncirculated versions of these magnificent gold coins from the
reigns of British Kings and Queens.
Design of the Gold British Sovereign
The obverse (front) of these gold British Sovereigns features the bust of the reigning king of the time.
The bust is surrounded by words containing the name of the ruler followed by the words 'D.G.
BRITT: OMN: REX F. D. IND: IMP:'.
The reverse on each gold coin features a famous representation of St. George on horseback slaying
a mythical dragon. The date and Mint Mark appear beneath St. George.
Two Kings
Edward VII
Edward VII was born Albert Edward to Queen Victoria and Prince Albert. At just one month, he was
invested with the titles of Prince of Wales and Earl of Chester. Renowned as a sportsman, he
succeeded his mother as England's ruler in 1901, reigning until his death in 1910. Edward VII was
known as the "peacemaker" for his ability to foster strong relations with other European countries.
Both circulated and Brilliant Uncirculated versions of these British gold Sovereign coins are
available.
George V
George V succeeded Edward VII to the throne in 1910. The first monarch of the now famous House
of Windsor, George V shepherded his nation through World War I. Following World War I, George V
warned his nation of the growing threat of Nazi Germany. He died in 1936. Both circulated and
Brilliant Uncirculated versions of these gold British Sovereign coins are available.
Two Queens
Queen Victoria
Queen Victoria was one of Britain's longest reigning monarchs, having ruled from 1837 until her
death in 1901. Her reign became known as the Victorian era, famous for the industrial revolution and
significant expansion of the British Empire as well as society's strong emphasis on morality and
family values. Both circulated and Brilliant Uncirculated versions of these gold British Sovereign
coins are available.
Queen Elizabeth II
Queen Elizabeth II is the current reigning monarch of the United Kingdom. She ascended to the
throne in 1952. Queen Elizabeth (then Princess Elizabeth) served in World War II as a military truck
driver with the rank of Second Subaltern (a junior officer). Queen Elizabeth celebrated her Golden
Jubilee marking her 50th year as Queen in 2002. British Sovereigns of Queen Elizabeth II are
available in Brilliant Uncirculated condition.
British Sovereign Gold Coin
GROSS WEIGHT GOLD
CONTENT COMPOSITION DIAMETER COIN EDGE
7.9881g 0.2354 troy oz. 22-Karat 22.05mm --
(91.67% Gold)
Dates: 1902-1910 (Edward VII); 1911-1917; 1925 (George V); 1839-1839; 1841-1874; 1879-1880;
1887-1896 1898-1901 (Victoria); 1953; 1957; 1959; 1962-1968; 1974-1982; 2000-2006 (Elizabeth II)
Various mints in countries, colonies, and territories throughout the former British Empire.
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Danish 20 Kroner TO PURCHASE CALL 1-866-439-6201
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Danish 20 Kroner gold coins were minted between 1873 and 1931 and feature three different rulers:
Christian IX, Frederick VIII, and Christian X. The gold coins pictured are of the Frederick VIII variety.
Design of the Danish 20 Kroner Gold Coin
The obverse (front) of each 20 Kroner gold coin features the bust of the ruler. The name of the
country ('DANMARKS ' KONGE' or 'KONGE AF DANMARK') surround the ruler. The date also
appears on the Christian IX and XI versions.
The reverse (back) on the coins of the two latter rulers is nearly identical. The date, denomination,
and any minting marks sit below the coat of arms of the kingdom. The Christian IX reverse, however,
features a design commonly referred to as a 'Mermaid'. In truth, the design depicts Liberty sitting
on/next to a bundle of wheat, holding a staff and a shield. The tail of the herring at her feet seems to
blend into her legs, giving the illusion of a mermaid.
Danish 20 Kroner Coin Minting Information
All Danish 20 Kroner coins have a heart-shaped Mint Mark, signifying the Copenhagen Mint. These
gold coins were often also struck with one to three initials signifying the Mintmaster and/or Moneyer.
The Krone (singular of Kroner) was an official unit of Denmark's monetary system, the present form
of which was introduced in 1874, one year after the kingdom abandoned its silver standard.
Danish 20
Kroner Gold Coin
Coin Designer: Professor Peters (Christian IX); Knud Gunnar Jensen (Fredrik VIII); Andres F.V.
Hansen (obverse only - Christian X)
GROSS WEIGHT GOLD
CONTENT COMPOSITION DIAMETER COIN EDGE
8.9606g 0.2592 Troy oz. 21.6-Karat
90% gold 23mm Reeded
Dates: 1873-74; 1876-77; 1890;1900 (Christian IX); 1908-12 (Frederik VIII); 1913-17; 1926-27*; 1930-
31* (Christian X)
Mint: Copenhagen Royal Mint
*1926-27 and 1930-31 dates were not released for circulation.
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THE FRENCH 20 FRANC NAPOLEON III
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The French 20 Franc Napoleon III gold coins had three different designs during their production from
1852-1870, which are described below.
Designs of the French 20 Franc Napoleon III Gold Coin
Version I
The obverse (front) of the gold coin features a bust portrait of Napoleon. The reverse (back) shows
the value of the coin (20 Francs) and the date (1852) surrounded by wreaths.
Version II
This second Napoleon III French 20 Franc is very similar to the first, with two main differences. The
name of the ruler written on this obverse says 'NAPOLEON III' along with the title 'EMPEREUR.' On
the previous issue, his full name is written as 'LOUIS-NAPOLEON BONAPARTE' with no title. The
main difference on the reverse is that the nation is referred to as 'EMPIRE FRANCAIS' instead of
'REPUBLIQUE FRANCAISE'. This version is depicted above.
Version III
The third Napoleon III design emerged in 1861. Featuring a coat of arms and a wreath-wearing
Napoleon III, this production ran until his ouster in 1870.
French 20 Franc Napoleon III Gold Coin Minting Information
France has produced 20 Franc gold coins since Napoleon I's reign as First Consul. The earliest such
coins were dated ANXI, AN12, AN13, and AN14. When the design was changed in 1806, the gold
coin began showing the date in Arabic Numerals. Napoleon III French 20 Francs were minted
between 1852 and 1870.
Napoleon III
Unlike his more famous uncle, Louis Napoleon Bonaparte (later Napoleon III), came to power by
election when the Revolution of 1848 brought down Louis Philippe of Orleans. Napoleon III was
elected president of the newly formed Second Republic that year. Four years later, he was
proclaimed emperor. His regime was noted for its prosperity and stability, albeit under an autocracy.
France's defeat in the Franco-Prussian War of 1870 led to Napoleon III's exile and the establishment
of the Third Republic.
French 20 Franc Napoleon III Gold Coin
GROSS WEIGHT GOLD
CONTENT COMPOSITION DIAMETER COIN EDGE
6.4516g 0.1867 oz. 90% gold 21mm --
Dates: 1852 (Version I); 1853-60 (Version II); 1861-70 (Version III)
Mints: Paris (Version I), Lyon, Paris, Strasbourg (Version II); Paris, Strasbourg (Version III)
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French 20 Francs Angel
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Both investors and collectors love the French Angel 20 Franc gold coin for its storied history, innate
beauty and relatively short mintage period.
Design of the French 20 Francs Angel
The Angel represented on the obverse (front) is the guardian angel Genius as she inscribes the
French Constitution upon a tablet next to a pillar and a rooster. The words "REPUBLIQUE
FRANCAISE" are above the angel.
The reverse (back) displays the denomination (20 FRANCS) and date encircled by a wreath. The
words 'LIBERTE EGALITE FRATERNITE' appear between the wreath and the rim.
French Angel Gold Coin Minting Information
The design of this coin appeared on 20 Franc gold coins in three different periods. The coins that
Goldrush offers were all minted between 1871 and 1898, although several of those years yielded no
20 Franc Angels. The Angel design was also briefly used for the 20 Franc in 1848-49 and again from
1899 to 1906, where the edge of the coins featured the inscription, 'DIEU PROT'G' LA FRANCE'. All
French 20 Franc Angel gold coins were minted in Paris.
Legend of the French Angel
The Angel design first appeared on the 1 Louis D'Or in 1792. The designer of that gold coin,
Augustine Dupre, was sentenced to lose his head on the guillotine during the French Revolution.
According to legend, however, Dupre was able to bribe his guard with the Angel coin he carried in
his pocket and make his escape. Legend also says that Napoleon Bonaparte always carried an early
French Angel in his pocket until losing it the night before the fateful Battle at Waterloo. This Battle
marked the beginning of his downfall.
French 20 Francs Angel Gold Coin
GROSS WEIGHT GOLD
CONTENT COMPOSITION DIAMETER COIN EDGE
6.4516g 0.1867 oz. 90% gold 21mm --
Dates: 1871; 1874-79; 1886-1898 *(see explanation above)
Mint: Paris
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French 20 Francs RO0sTER
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The French 20 Francs Rooster is one of the most popular of all our European gold coins. Each coin
contains almost a fifth of an ounce (0.1867) of pure gold and is available in Brilliant Uncirculated and
Almost Uncirculated condition.
Design of the French 20 Francs Rooster
The front of the French 20 Franc Rooster features the head of the Third Republic surrounded by the
words 'REPUBLIQUE FRANCAISE.' The Third Republic was established after Napoleon III's defeat
in the Franco-Prussian War of 1870. This government remained in effect until World War II. France
currently operates under The Fifth Republic.
The reverse depicts a proud, fully plumed rooster along with the denomination (20 Fcs), the date,
and the words 'LIBERTE ' EGALITE ' FRATERNITE'. This phrase, which translates to 'freedom,
equality, fraternity', was popularized during the French Revolution against Louis XVI.
French 20 Francs Rooster Coin Minting Information
The original production run of French 20 Francs Rooster gold coins occurred between 1898 and
1914, with surviving coins from the initial year considered especially rare. Coins with dates from
1907-1914 were officially re-struck at the Paris Mint in 1921 and again from 1951-1960.
French 20 Francs Rooster
GROSS WEIGHT GOLD
CONTENT COMPOSITION DIAMETER COIN EDGE
6.4516g 0.1867 troy oz. 90% gold 21mm --
Dates: 1898-1914; 1921*; 1951-1960*
*All coins minted after 1914 were officially re- struck with dates from 1898-1914.
Mint: Paris
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Gold Russian 5 Ruble
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Nicholas II (May 18, 1868 - July 17, 1918) was the last Tsar of Russia, Grand Duke of Finland, and
titular King of Poland. His official title was Nicholas II, Emperor and Autocrat of All the Russias and
he is currently regarded as Saint Nicholas the Passion-Bearer by the Moscow Patriarchate of the
Russian Orthodox Church.
Nicholas II ruled from 1894 until his abdication on March 15, 1917. His reign saw Imperial Russia go
from being one of the foremost great powers of the world to an economic and military disaster.
Under his rule, Russia was defeated in the Russo-Japanese War. As head of state, he approved the
Russian mobilization of August 1914, which marked the first fatal step into World War I and thus into
the demise of the Romanov dynasty less than four years later.
Obverse:
Head of Nicholas II.
Reverse:
Arms with Russian eagle.
GOLD RUSSIAN 5 RUBLE
Diameter Weight Fineness Gold Content Mintage Dates Condition
18mm 4.3013g .900 .1244oz 1897 - 1911 Circulated
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GREAT BRITAIN 2 and 5 POUNDS PROOF
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Since 1980, the Royal Mint began actively producing and marketing coins for collectors, and this has
included gold two pounds and five pounds coins. Five pounds are Britain's largest gold coin. The 5
pounds 2001 crown pays fitting tribute to one of the more dramatic periods in history - the Victorian
era.
The Victorian age, ending with Queen Victoria's death at the dawn of the twentieth century, was one
of industrial and social transformation. By the end of the nineteenth century people were enjoying
the benefits of railways, telephones, electric lighting and motor cars, things that everyone, today,
takes for granted.
Obverse:
The obverse depicts a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II
Reverse:
The world famous portrayal of St. George, on horseback, killing a dragon. The initials B.P. also
appear at the right of the exergue. These are the initials of Benedetto Pistrucci, who originally
engraved the design for medals, and the first modern sovereigns of 1817.
GREAT BRITAIN 2 POUNDS PROOF
Diameter Weight Fineness Gold Content Years Minted
28.40mm 15.98g .917 .4694 oz. 1985-1999
GREAT BRITAIN 5 POUNDS PROOF
Diameter Weight Fineness Gold Content Years Minted
36.00mm 39.94g .917 1.1775 oz. 1980-1997, 2001-
present
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HUNGARY 10 KORONA
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The historic Hungary 10 Korona gold coins were minted between 1892 and 1915. Each 10 Korona
coin contains .0980 ounces of gold, weighs 3.3875 grams, and is 18.9 millimeters in diameter.
Depicted in detailed profile on the obverse above the mintage date is Franz Joseph I, who was
Emperor of Austria, King of Bohemia, and Apostolic King of Hungary from 1848 to 1916. Early in his
reign, Emperor Franz Joseph survived an assassination attempt and went on to build Austria-
Hungary into Europe’s second largest country geographically (after the Russian Empire), and the
third most populous (after Russia and the German Empire). The reverse displays "Kingdom of
Hungary" in Hungarian along with the 10 Korona denomination and a crowned shield with angel
supporters.
Obverse
Franz Joseph I standing
Reverse
Crowned shield with angel supporters
GOLD HUNGARY 10 KORONA
Diameter Weight Fineness Gold Content Mintage Dates Condition
18.9mm 3.3875g .900 .0980oz 1892 - 1915 AU
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ITALIAN 20 LIRE UMBERTO I
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The Italian 20 Lire Umberto I gold coin is a superb example of 19th century European gold coinage.
Umberto I served as the Duke of Savoy before being crowned King of Italy in 1878. He ruled until his
assassination in 1900. His image first appeared on these 20 Lire coins in 1879.
Design of the Italian 20 Lire Gold Coin
The obverse (front) of the Italian 20 Lire gold coin features a portrait of a mustached Umberto. His
bust is surrounded by his name, the words 'RE D'ITALIA' and the date. On the coin's reverse (back),
a wreath encircles the coat of arms and the denomination (L. 20).
Italian 20 Lire Coin Minting Information
Prior to Umberto I ascending the throne in 1878, Italian coinage was struck throughout the country in
Genoa, Milan, Rome, and Turin. After this time, all coins, including the Umberto I 20 Lire, were
minted in Rome. It should be noted that red gold was used for minting a portion of the coins in 1882.
Italian 20 Lire Gold Coin
GROSS WEIGHT GOLD
CONTENT COMPOSITION DIAMETER COIN EDGE
6.4516g 0.1867 oz. 90% gold 21mm --
Dates: 1879-97
Mint: Rome
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NETHERLANDS 10 GUILDER
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The Netherlands 10 Guilder - also sometimes referred to as a Gulden or Florin - contains almost one
fifth of an ounce (0.1947) of pure gold.
Design of the Netherlands 10 Guilder
The reverse (back) depicts a crowned lion bearing a sword and arrows on a large shield capped with
a crown, surrounded by the denomination "10 G". The words "KONINGRIJK DER NEDERLANDEN"
and the date encircle these images. This Dutch coin also features a seahorse and caduceus (a
winged staff with two entwined snakes) on each side of the date, respectively.
The obverse (front) of the Netherlands 10 Guilder features Queen Wilhelmina, who ruled the
Netherlands from 1890-1948, surrounded by the words "KONINGIN WILHELMINA · GOD ZIJ MET
ONS". These coins were produced in two separate series with slightly different design versions. The
first series (1911-1917) features a portrait of the Queen with draped shoulders and wearing a tiara.
The second series (1925-1933) also displays a portrait of Queen Wilhelmina, but on a slightly
smaller scale. She is truncated at the neck and is without the tiara. The reverse is identical in both
series.
Netherlands 10 Guilder Coin Minting Information
The two Dutch productions of 10 Guilder coins featuring Queen Wilhelmina ran during select dates
from 1911 to 1917 and 1925 to 1933. Other than slight design changes to the front, or obverse,
these gold coins carry the same specifications, including size, weight, and composition (90% pure
gold).
Queen Wilhelmina
Reigning from 1890-1948, Queen Wilhelmina ruled the Netherlands longer than any other Dutch
monarch, including through both World Wars and the Great Depression. Outside the Netherlands
she is primarily remembered as an inspiration to the Dutch resistance during World War II. In her
own country, Wilhelmina was a symbol of national unity.
Netherlands 10 Guilder
GROSS WEIGHT GOLD
CONTENT COMPOSITION DIAMETER COIN EDGE
6.7290g 0.1947 troy oz. 90% gold 22.5mm Reeded
Dates: 1911-17; 1925-33
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The Swiss 20 Franc Vreneli gold coin is one of the world's classic gold coins and quite popular
among Goldrush clients. Switzerland, neutral since its creation by the Congress of Vienna in 1815,
has long been synonymous with stability and fiscal strength due to its practice of backing its
currency with large quantities of gold.
Design of the Swiss 20 Franc Gold Coin
The obverse (front) of this Swiss 20 Franc gold coin, considered by some as the loveliest of all Swiss
coin designs, features a bust of a Vreneli, the charming 'Swiss Miss' of Swiss lore. With braided hair,
she wears a garland of flowers and appears against the background of the Swiss Alps. Above her
head appears the word 'HELVETIA',which is why this coin is also referred to as a Helvetia.
The reverse (back) of the coin features a Swiss shield over a background of an oak branch tied with
ribbons. The denomination (20 FR) and the date also appear on this side.
Swiss 20 Franc Coin Minting Information
All Vreneli Swiss 20 Francs were minted in the country's lone mint facility located in Bern and are
composed of 90% gold. In 1879, 29 known pieces were struck with bright Valaisan gold from Gondo.
These gold coins are distinguished with a small cross punched in the center of the Swiss cross on
the reverse.
Helvetia
Helvetia is now known as a western region in Switzerland, but it once referred to the entire area and
its people. Julius Caesar conquered the Helvetii for the Roman Empire in 58 B.C. The name stayed
with the people and the region up through the beginning of the 19th Century. In fact, the country was
named the Helvetian Republic in 1798 during Napoleon's rule over the region. Once Napoleon was
defeated, the Congress of Vienna recognized Switzerland's sovereign nature. From this point on,
Switzerland has remained neutral during foreign wars.
Swiss 20 Francs
GROSS WEIGHT GOLD
CONTENT COMPOSITION DIAMETER COIN EDGE
6.4516g 0.1867 troy oz. 90% gold 21mm --
Dates: 1896* 1897-1916; 1922; 1925-27; 1930; 1935; 1945-47; 1949
* Minting of this coin in 1896 has been reported, but not confirmed.
† Please note that product images are for representative purposes only and do not reflect actual
size.
25th Anniversary Gold Maple Leaf
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On August 18, 2004 the Royal Canadian Mint unveiled its new gold Maple Leaf coins which were
created and designed to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Canadian Maple Leaf gold coin. Only
10,000 of these coins were minted.
All 25th Anniversary Gold Maple Leafs offered by Goldrush have been certified and graded as MS-
69 by the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC), one of the two largest and most respected
professional coin grading services in the nation.
Design of the 25th Anniversary Gold Maple Leaf
The reverse (back) of the coin carries a new design featuring a single maple leaf surrounded by a
laureate wreath of maple leaves. The special occasion is also marked by the words "25 Years Ans"
directly above the single maple leaf.
The coin's obverse (front) features the same bust of Queen Elizabeth II featured on each Canadian
Maple Leaf coins since 1990. Her name ('ELIZABETH II') appears above her profile and the
denomination of the coin ("50 DOLLARS") and the date ("2004") of issue rest beneath.
Each 25th anniversary gold coin carries a specially designed, color label with symbols associated
with Canada.
25th Anniversary Gold Maple Leaf Minting Information
The Royal Canadian Mint, the nation's official mint, was the first mint to commercially produce
99.99% pure gold coins. The Ottawa branch of the Mint has been in operation since 1908, when it
was opened as a branch of Britain's Royal Mint. The mint became part of the Royal Canadian Mint in
1931 and became a corporation of the Crown in 1969.
Canadian Government Coin Guarantee
The government of Canada guarantees the purity, weight, and legal tender value of each limited
edition 25th Anniversary Gold Maple Leaf coin.
25th Anniversary Gold Maple Coin
Coin Designer: Royal Canadian Mint chief engraver Cosme Saffioti
GROSS WEIGHT GOLD
CONTENT COMPOSITION DIAMETER
COIN
THICKNESS
31.150g 1 oz. 99.99% gold 30.0mm 2.87mm
Dates: 2004
Mint: Ottawa
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size.
GOLD COINS BULLION
AMERICAN GOLD EAGLE
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First introduced in 1986, the American Eagle gold coin is a leading gold bullion coin choice among
investors across the world.
Design of the American Eagle Gold Coin
After careful consideration, the United States Mint decided to copy the design of the $20 Saint-
Gaudens gold coin for the obverse (front) of its new American Eagle. The date, situated to the
viewer's right of Miss Liberty, appears in Roman Numerals in the years from 1986-91 it has
appeared in Arabic Numerals ever since.
The design on the reverse (back) by Miley Busiek captures a bald eagle swooping into a nest
holding its family.
American Eagle Gold Coin Minting Information
American Eagle gold coins are minted exclusively from gold mined in the United States. The coins
combine 24-karat gold with small amounts of alloy to ensure a minimum of scratching and marring;
the result is a 22-karat gold coin. Each one-ounce American Eagle contains one full ounce of pure
gold.
U.S. Government Guarantee
American Eagles maintain a unique advantage over most other gold bullion coins - the United States
government guarantees their gold content, weight and purity. For this reason, American Eagle gold
coins can easily be bought and sold almost anywhere in the world, making these coins among the
most commonly traded gold bullion coins on the market.
American Eagle Gold Coin
Coin Designer: Augustus Saint-Gaudens (obverse), Miley Busiek (reverse)
COIN
SIZE
FACE
VALUE COMPOSITION
GOLD
CONTENT
GROSS
WEIGHT DIAMETER
COIN
THICKNESS
COIN
EDGE
1-oz. $50
22-Karat (91.67%
gold, 3% silver,
5.33% copper)
1 oz.
31.1035g
1.0909 oz.
33.930g
1.287 in.
32.70mm
0.113 in.
2.87mm Reeded
1/2-oz. $25
22-Karat (91.67%
gold, 3% silver,
5.33% copper)
0.5000 oz.
15.5517g
0.5454 oz.
16.965g
1.063 in.
27.00mm
0.085 in.
2.15mm Reeded
1/4-oz. $10
22-Karat (91.67%
gold, 3% silver,
5.33% copper)
0.2500 oz.
7.7759g
0.2727 oz.
8.483g
0.866 in.
22.00mm
0.070 in.
1.78mm Reeded
1/10-oz. $5
22-Karat (91.67%
gold, 3% silver,
5.33% copper)
0.1000 oz.
3.1103g
0.1091 oz.
3.393g
0.650 in.
16.50mm
0.049 in.
1.26mm Reeded
Dates: 1986-present
Mint: US Mint Branches: Philadelphia, West Point*
* Only a limited number of accidental 1/10-oz. and 1/4-oz. uncirculated coins were produced at West
Point in 1999. All other West Point Gold Eagles are proofs.
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size.
Australian Nugget
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First produced in 1986, the Australian gold Nugget / Kangaroo coin is one of the most popular coins
created by the Perth Mint in Western Australia. The gold Australian Nugget / Kangaroo is minted in
eight different sizes ranging from 1/20th of an ounce all the way up to 1-kilogram.
Design of the Australian Nugget (Kangaroo)
The obverse (front) of the coin features a profile of Queen Elizabeth II, as designed by Ian Rank
Broadley. The profile is circled by her name, the denomination of the coin, and the word
"AUSTRALIA".
The design on the coin's reverse (back) originally depicted natural Australian gold nuggets (example
right), with different designs for various sizes. The design changed in 1989 to feature the most
recognizable animal in Australia, the kangaroo (example above). For this reason, the coin is referred
to both as an Australian "Nugget" and "Kangaroo."
The Australian gold Nugget / Kangaroo is currently the only legal tender gold bullion coin to change
its design each year and limit its mintage annually. Each coin receives a new design every year.
New designs are introduced each year for proof coins and these designs are then used for striking
the bullion coins the following year.
PROOF BULLION DESIGN
2005* -- 20th Anniversary Welcome Stranger Nugget w/ prospectors
and colored landscape
2004 2005 Kangaroo – in front of grass tree
2003 -- 2 Hopping Kangaroos
2002 2003 Drinking Kangaroos
2001 2002 2 Kangaroos & Australia
2000 2001 Kangaroo – in grass
1999 2000 2 Hopping Kangaroos
1998 1999 Kangaroo – looking sideways
1997 1998 2 Kangaroos
1996 1997 Landing Kangaroo – 10th Anniversary
1995 1996 Kangaroo & Joey
1994 1995 Red Kangaroo - looking
1993 1994 Whiptail Wallaby
1992 1993 Nail-tailed Wallaby
1991 1992 Common Wallaby (2-oz.+ Red Kangaroo)
1990 1991 Grey Kangaroo
1989 1990 Red Kangaroo - jumping
1988 -- Pride of Australia (nugget)
1987 -- Poseidon (nugget)
1986 1987-89 Welcome Stranger (largest gold nugget ever found)
Australian Nugget Coin Minting Information
Each coin, from the tiny 1/20th-ounce to the massive 1-kilogram, is currently composed of 99.99%
pure gold. Australian Nugget / Kangaroo coins enjoy legal tender status courtesy of the Australian
Currency Act 1965. The production of the Australian Gold Nugget/ Kangaroo has proven very
beneficial to the nation's mining industry and the coins continue to be favorites among investors.
Proof Gold Australian Nugget Coin
Coin Designer: Ian Rank Broadley (obverse), Reverse changes yearly
COIN SIZE FACE
VALUE PURITY
GROSS
WEIGHT
GOLD
CONTENT DIAMETER
COIN
THICKNESS
1-kg $3000 (Aus)* 99.9% 1000.100g 32.149 oz. 74.50mm 13.90mm
10-oz. $1000 (Aus)* 99.9% 311.067g 9.9906 oz. 59.70mm 7.90mm
2-oz. $200 (Aus)* 99.9% 62.214g 1.9981 oz. 40.40mm 4.00mm
1-oz. 100 (Aus)* 99.9% 31.1035g 0.999 oz. 32.10mm 2.65mm
1/2-oz. $50 (Aus)* 99.9% 15.5017g 0.4979 oz. 25.10mm 2.20mm
1/4-oz. $25 (Aus)* 99.9% 7.7508g 0.2489 oz. 20.10mm 1.80mm
1/10-oz. $15 (Aus)* 99.9% 3.1103g 0.0999 oz. 16.10mm 1.40mm
1/20-oz. $5 (Aus)* 99.9% 1.5710g 1.0505 oz. 14.10mm 1.30mm
Dates: 1989 - 2000 (1-oz., 1/2-oz., 1/4-oz., 1/10-oz., 1/20-oz.); 1992 - 1997 (2-oz.); 1992 - 1999 (10-
oz.);
1992 - 2000 (1-kg)
Mint: Perth
* In 1991, the 2-oz., 10-oz. and 1-kg nugget had face values of $500, $2,500 and $10,000
respectively.
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size.
Austrian Gold Philharmonic
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The Austrian Mint first began producing the Vienna Philharmonic in 1989. This coin was the best
selling gold bullion coin in the world in 1992, 1995, and 1996 according to the World Gold Council.
Design of the Austrian Gold Philharmonic
The obverse (front) depicts a collection of orchestral instruments: a cello, four violins, a Vienna horn,
bassoon, and harp. These instruments are arranged beneath the German name of the orchestra:
'WIENER PHILHARMONIKER'.
The reverse (back) features the great organ in the Vienna's Golden Concert Hall (Musikverein),
which houses the Philharmonic Orchestra. Beneath the organ are the weight, fineness, date of
issue, and face value in Euros*. Above the organ is the official name of the country, 'REPUBLIK
'STERREICH'.
Austrian Gold Philharmonic Coin Minting Information
Minted in 1-oz., 1/2-oz., 1/4-oz., and 1/10-oz. sizes, all Vienna Philharmonics are minted from
99.99% pure gold. No alloyed metals are added. All coins are minted at the Austrian Mint AG, now a
subsidiary of the Austrian National Bank.
Austrian Government Guarantee
The Austrian Mint guarantees the Philharmonic's weight and purity and backs its monetary face
value, which was the highest of any gold bullion coin when it was denominated in Schilling, prior to
the creation and acceptance of the Euro.
Austrian Gold Philharmonic Coin
COIN
SIZE
FACE
VALUE
*
COMPOSITION GROSS
WEIGHT
GOLD
CONTENT DIAMETER
COIN
THICKNESS
1-oz. 100 Euro 99.99% 31.1035g 0.9999 oz. 37.0mm 2.0mm
1/2 oz. 50 Euro 99.99% 15.55g 0.4999 oz. 28.00mm 1.6mm
1/4 oz. 25 Euro 99.99% 7.776g 0.25 oz. 22.00mm 1.2mm
1/10 oz. 10 Euro 99.99% 3.11g 0.10 oz. 16.00mm 1.2mm
Dates: 1989-present
Mint: Austrian Mint AG
* Prior to 2002, Philharmonics carried face values denominated in Schilling: 2000 Schilling (1-oz.),
1000 Schilling (1/2-oz.), 500 Schilling (1/4-oz), and 200 Schilling (1/10-oz.)
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size.
CANADIAN MAPLE LEAF
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Due to its 99.99% gold purity, the Royal Canadian Mint markets its gold Maple Leaf coin as the
"international symbol of purity." The gold Maple Leaf has been produced since 1979 (it was minted
with 0.999 fine gold for the first four years before increasing the gold content to 0.9999 fine in 1983).
Gold Maple Leafs should be handled carefully. Due to their high gold content, they may scratch or
mar more easily than other 1-oz. gold coins of lesser purity.
Design of the Canadian Maple Leaf
The front, or "obverse," of the gold Maple Leaf features a bust of Queen Elizabeth II. Originally, the
bust depicted the Queen as a younger woman. The bust design changed in 1990 to feature a more
mature portrait. In both versions, "ELIZABETH II" appears above the portrait; the coin's face value
and date of issue rest beneath the bust.
The back, or "reverse," depicts a Maple Leaf, the national symbol of Canada for which the coin
derives its name. The gold Maple Leaf's reverse also lists the name of the country and the amount
and purity of the gold - in both English and French, the national languages of Canada.
Canadian Maple Leaf Coin Minting Information
The Royal Canadian Mint, the nation's official mint, was the first mint in the world to commercially
produce 99.99% bullion gold coins. More recently, it also became the first mint to produce a
99.999% gold coin. The Ottawa branch of the Mint has been in operation since 1908. The main
branch for production today is Winnipeg.
Government Guarantee
The government of Canada guarantees the purity, weight, and legal tender value of each gold Maple
Leaf coin. For this reason, gold Maple Leafs have been internationally recognized since their
introduction in 1979.
Canadian Maple Leaf
Coin Designer: O. Schultz and C.L. Steynberg
COIN
SIZE
FACE
VALUE PURITY
GROSS
WEIGHT
GOLD
CONTENT DIAMETER
COIN
THICKNESS
COIN
EDGE
1-oz $50 99.99% (24
karat) 31.1030g 0.9989 oz. 30mm 2.73mm Reeded
1/2-oz $20 99.99% (24
karat) 15.5515g 0.4999 oz. 25mm 2.10mm Reeded
1/4-oz $10 99.99% (24
karat) 7.785g 0.2503 oz. 20mm 1.67mm Reeded
1/10-oz $5 99.99% (24
karat) 3.12g 0.1003 oz. 16mm 1.13mm Reeded
Dates: 1979-present
Mint: Royal Canadian Mint
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size.
CHINESE GOLD PANDA
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With an annual design change always featuring China's symbolic animal, the gold Chinese Panda
has long been a favorite of coin collectors and jewelry designers the world over. At one time this gold
coin was minted in seven different sizes, second only to the eight sizes of the Australian Nugget.
The 5- and 12-oz. sizes were discontinued over a decade ago.
Design of the Gold Chinese Panda
The main obverse (front) design of the panda never changes. It features Beijing's famous Temple of
Heaven (Tien Tien) along with the date of issue. Chinese characters rest above the temple's roof.
The design on the coin's reverse (back) changes annually, but it always features the endangered
Giant Panda. The only year the design did not change was 2002; the rotation began again in 2003.
The reverse also features the size, gold fineness, and monetary amount.
Chinese Gold Panda Coin Minting Information
From 1982-2000, the face values of the 1/20- through 1-oz. Gold Pandas were 5, 10, 25, 50, and
100 Yuan, respectively. Since that time, the face values of these gold coins have been raised to the
denominations listed in the Detailed Coin Information section below.
Mint Marks and Proof Marks (signified by a 'P') have been added to Chinese Pandas in some years,
but not all.
Proof Chinese Panda Gold Coin
COIN SIZE FACE
VALUE^ PURITY
GROSS
WEIGHT
GOLD
CONTENT DIAMETER
COIN
THICKNESS
1-oz. 500 Yuan 99.9% 31.103g 1.00098 oz. 32.05mm 2.70mm
1/2 oz. 200 Yuan 99.9% 15.5515g 0.499 oz. 27.00mm 1.85mm
1/4 oz. 100 Yuan 99.9% 7.7758g 0.2497 oz. 21.95mm 1.53mm
1/10 oz. 50 Yuan 99.9% 3.1103g 0.0999 oz. 17.95mm 1.05mm
1/20 oz. 25 Yuan 99.9% 1.5552g 0.050 oz. 13.92mm 0.83mm
Dates: 1982-present (1/10-oz., 1/4-oz., 1/2-oz., 1-oz. sizes); 1983-present (1/20-oz.); 1984, 1986-90
(12-oz.); 1987-88 (5-oz.)
Mints: Beijing, Shanghai, Shengyang
* Proof Pandas were also minted in 1-g (1991), 5-oz. (1987-88; 1992-94), 12-oz. (1984; 1986-88;
1990-95),
156-oz. (1991), and 1-kg (1997-99) sizes.
^ Prior to 2001, Pandas carried the following face values per size: 1-oz.: 100 Yuan; 1/2-oz.: 50 Yuan;
'-oz.: 25 Yuan; 1/10-oz.: 10 Yuan; 1/20-oz.: 5 Yuan
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size.
GOLD AMERICAN BUFFOLO
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In June, 2006, the United States Mint commenced production of America's first 24-karat, pure gold
(.9999% fineness) one-ounce coin, the American Buffalo. This beautiful gold coin, nicknamed "The
Buffalo," is based upon American sculptor James Earle Fraser's revered Buffalo Nickel of 1913. The
Buffalo displays Fraser's classic design of an American Indian on the coin's obverse and the renown
American bison on the reverse.
The Native American depiction on the coin's obverse (front) is believed to be based on three
different American Indians. Two of the American Indians who modeled for Fraser, once a student of
Augustus Saint-Gaudens, were named by the designer before his death as Chief Iron Tail of the
Lakota Sioux and Chief Two Moons of the Cheyenne. The third person has yet to be definitively
identified.
It is widely thought that the bison on the coin's reverse (back) was modeled after Black Diamond, a
popular attraction at New York's Zoological Gardens.
American Gold Buffalo Coin Minting Information
American Buffalo gold bullion coins are among the world's purest gold coins in terms of the fineness
of the metal they contain. Each coin contains its full, stated weight of pure gold. By law, the gold for
United States Mint American Buffalo gold bullion coins must originate from newly mined sources in
America. The coins are struck at the United States Mint at West Point, New York but do not have a
mint mark.
U.S. Government Guarantee of Purity, Weight, and Content
Gold bullion coins from the United States Mint are the only official gold bullion coins whose weight,
content and purity are guaranteed by the United States Government. That means gold bullion coins
are welcome in major investment markets worldwide, just like the U.S. dollar.
Gold American Buffalo
Coin Designer: James Earle Fraser
GROSS WEIGHT GOLD
CONTENT COMPOSITION DIAMETER COIN EDGE
31.108 g 31.1035 g 99.99% (24K) 32.7mm Reeded
Dates: 2006-present
U.S. Mint Branches: West Point (2006-present)
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size.
SOUTH AFRICAN KRUGERRAND
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The world's first gold bullion coin minted for investment, the Krugerrand is believed to be the most
widely owned bullion coin in the world. The Krugerrand was first introduced in 1967, as a vehicle
designed to encourage individuals to own gold.
Design of the South African Krugerrand
The Krugerrand's obverse (front), designed by O. Schultz, features the first President of the South
African Republic, Paul Kruger. Kruger is surrounded by the name of his nation in Afrikaans and
English, two of South Africa's eleven official languages: "SUID-AFRIKA ' SOUTH AFRICA."
A springbok (a South African antelope) prances across the reverse (back), as designed by C.L.
Steynberg. The reverse also lists the date of issue and the amount and purity of the gold.
Interestingly, the Krugerrand does not carry a face value because it is primarily minted for trading
outside South Africa.
South African Krugerrand Coin Minting Information
Each Krugerrand is minted using approximately 91 2/3 parts gold and 8 1/3 parts copper. The South
African mint is rarely at a loss for gold since South Africa is one of the world's largest gold producers.
The official South African Mint has undergone many changes over the years and was privatized in
1988 when it became a full subsidiary of the SA Reserve Bank.
South African Krugerrand Coin
COIN
SIZE COMPOSITION
GROSS
WEIGHT
GOLD
CONTENT DIAMETER
COIN
THICKNESS
COIN
EDGE
1-oz.
22-Karat (91.667%
gold, 8.333%
copper)
33.930g 1.0003 oz. 32.70mm 2.79mm Reeded
1/2-oz.
22-Karat (91.667%
gold, 8.333%
copper)
16.965g 0.5001 oz. 27.00mm 2.12mm Reeded
1/4-oz.
22-Karat (91.667%
gold, 8.333%
copper)
8.482g 0.2501 oz. 22.00mm 1.84mm Reeded
1/10-oz.
22-Karat (91.667%
gold, 8.333%
copper)
3.393g 0.1000 oz. 16.50mm 1.30mm Reeded
Dates: 1967-present (1-oz.); 1980-present (1/2-oz., 1/4-oz., and 1/10-oz.)
Mint: Pretoria
* Krugerrands have no legal tender value.
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size.
AUSTRIAN 100 CORONA
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Unlike the Austrian 4 Ducats gold coins, the 100 Corona gold coin was minted as official Austrian
legal tender. Austrian monetary reform in 1892 created the Corona as an official monetary unit. The
100 Corona gold coin contains almost one full troy ounce of gold (see specifications below).
Design of the Austrian 100 Corona
The obverse (front) of this Austrian 100 Corona gold coin features a bust of Austrian King and
Hungarian Emperor Franz Josef I. He is surrounded by the words: 'FRANC ' IOS ' I ' D ' G ' IMP '
AVSTR 'REX BOH ' GAL ' ILL ' ETC 'ET AP ' REX HVNG .'
The coin's reverse (back) features the coat of arms of Austria superimposed over a crowned Imperial
double-headed eagle. The date and the face value of the coin are written twice ' in Latin and
German. The Latin information lies at the top of the gold coin: 'C CORON' for 100 Corona and
'MDCCCCXV' for the date, although 1915 is typically written as MCMXV.
Austrian 100 Corona Coin Minting Information
Corona pieces are no longer minted in Austria, but these gold coins were once an important part of
Austrian commerce. They were minted in denominations of 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, and this 100 Corona gold
piece. All 100 Corona featuring a 1915 date are official restrikes from later dates, although they are
no longer minted today.
Franz Josef I
Franz Josef I (1830-1916) ruled as both Emperor of Austria (1848-1916) and King of Hungary (1867-
1916). It was during his reign that the Austro-Hungarian Empire was created. He became King of
Hungary when he married the popular Elisabeth, also known as Sisi, whom the Hungarian people
accepted as their true sovereign until her assassination on September 10, 1898.
Josef's wife was not the only one to perish this way. His brother Maximillian who had served as
Emperor of Mexico was executed in 1867 and his nephew and heir, Archduke Franz Ferdinand, was
assassinated in Sarajevo on June 28, 1914. It was this last act that is commonly considered the
catalyst for World War I. Josef died two years later on November 21, 1916.
Coin Designer: Augustus Saint- Gaudens
GROSS WEIGHT GOLD
CONTENT COMPOSITION DIAMETER COIN EDGE
1.0891 Troy oz.
33.8753g
0.9803 oz.
30.4878g
21.6 Karat (90%
gold) 35mm Milled
Dates: 1908*-14; 1915 (restrikes from later dates)
Mint: Vienna Mint
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size.
Gold Bars 1- and 10- oz, 1 Kilo
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Gold bars, sometimes referred to as gold ingots, are minted in a variety of sizes anywhere between
1- and 400-oz. The largest bars typically carry the smallest premium and are often traded on major
exchanges (e.g., COMEX, etc.); however, they are more difficult to trade in the secondary market
because of their size and value. Investors more commonly acquire 1-oz. and 10-oz. gold bar sizes.
Design of Gold bars
Gold bars feature a variety of designs ranging from the plain to the elaborate. Almost all gold bars
include the amount of gold, its purity, and the issuing company.
Gold Bar Minting Information
Several different companies manufacture or hallmark gold bars. The more popular hallmarks include
Credit Suisse, Johnson Matthey, Englehard and Produits Artistiques de M'taux Pr'cieux (PAMP). The
manufacturer and condition of bars sold by Goldrush are based upon current inventory.
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size.
Gold Bullion for Storage
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Goldrush offers its clients the ability to purchase bulk bullion and have it conveniently stored. This
option is available for the major precious metals: gold, silver and platinum.
These precious metals are stored with an independent third-party facility.
To acquire bullion for storage, please call 1-866-439-6201and speak to an Account Executive.
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size.
MEXICO 50 PESO
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Mexico released six different sizes of the gold 50 Peso bullion coins (specifications below). The
design information listed below is only applicable to the largest of these coins, the 50 Peso.
Design of the Mexico 50 Peso
The obverse (front) of the Mexican 50 Pesos features a striking portrait of Winged Victory standing in
front of the Mexican volcanoes Iztacc'huatl and Popocat'ptl. This coin is often compared to America's
most beautiful coin, the $20 Saint-Gaudens. The obverse also lists the face value ('50 PESOS'), the
gold content, and the date of issue opposite the date of Mexican Independence,1821.
As a side note, coins dated 1943 only have a variation of this design. The gold content ('37.5 Gr.
ORO PURO') appears on both sides of Victory.
The reverse (back) features an eagle and snake design surrounded by the words 'ESTADOS
UNIDOS MEXICANOS,' which translate to United Mexican States.
Mexico 50 Peso Coin Minting Information
Mexican 50 Pesos gold coins are often referred to as Centenarios. Their first year of issue was 1921
to celebrate Mexico's 100th anniversary of independence in 1821. From 1949 - 1972, nearly four
million coins were re-struck, most likely with the date 1947.
Mexico 50 Peso Gold Coin
FACE VALUE GROSS WEIGHT GOLD
CONTENT DIAMETER
COIN
THICKNESS
50 Peso 1.3396 troy oz.
41.6666g
1.2057 troy oz.
37.5g 37.08mm 2.69mm
20 Peso 0.5358 troy oz,
16.6666g 0.4823 troy oz. 27.43mm 2.03mm
10 Peso 0.2679 troy oz.
8.3333g 0.2411 troy oz. 22.50mm 1.4mm
5 Peso. 0.1339 troy oz.
4.1666g 0.1205 troy oz. 19.05mm 1.14mm
2.5 Peso 0.0670 troy oz.
2.0833g 0,0602 troy oz. 15.60mm 1.02mm
2 Peso 0.0536 troy oz.
1.6666g 0.0482 troy oz. 13.00mm 0.86mm
Dates: 2, 2.5 Peso (1919-20; 1944-48; 1951-72 ' restrikes, likely with 1945 date), 5 Peso (1905-07;
1910; 1918-20; 1955-72 ' restrikes, likely with 1955 date), 10 Peso (1905-08; 1910; 1916-17; 191-20;
1959; 1961-72 'restrikes, likely with 1959 date), 20 Peso (1917-21; 1959; 1960-71 ' restrikes, likely with
1959 date), 50 Peso (1921-31; 1944-47; 1949-72 ' restrikes, likely with 1947 date)
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size.
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