Coin directory
Bullion coin directory
Specs, live melt values and buying tips for 16 of the world’s most popular gold, silver, platinum and palladium coins. Filter by metal, sort the table, and open any coin for the full details.
| American Gold Eagle | gold | United States | 1986 | .9167 | 1 troy oz | $4,141.80 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| American Gold Buffalo | gold | United States | 2006 | .9999 | 1 troy oz | $4,141.80 |
| Canadian Gold Maple Leaf | gold | Canada | 1979 | .9999 | 1 troy oz | $4,141.80 |
| South African Krugerrand | gold | South Africa | 1967 | .9167 | 1 troy oz | $4,141.80 |
| Austrian Gold Philharmonic | gold | Austria | 1989 | .9999 | 1 troy oz | $4,141.80 |
| British Gold Britannia | gold | United Kingdom | 1987 | .9999 | 1 troy oz | $4,141.80 |
| American Silver Eagle | silver | United States | 1986 | .999 | 1 troy oz | $60.52 |
| Canadian Silver Maple Leaf | silver | Canada | 1988 | .9999 | 1 troy oz | $60.52 |
| British Silver Britannia | silver | United Kingdom | 1997 | .999 | 1 troy oz | $60.52 |
| Austrian Silver Philharmonic | silver | Austria | 2008 | .999 | 1 troy oz | $60.52 |
| Mexican Silver Libertad | silver | Mexico | 1982 | .999 | 1 troy oz | $60.52 |
| Morgan Silver Dollarsemi-numismatic | silver | United States | 1878 | .900 | 0.7734 troy oz | $46.81 |
| American Platinum Eagle | platinum | United States | 1997 | .9995 | 1 troy oz | $1,701.00 |
| Canadian Platinum Maple Leaf | platinum | Canada | 1988 | .9995 | 1 troy oz | $1,701.00 |
| American Palladium Eagle | palladium | United States | 2017 | .9995 | 1 troy oz | $1,192.00 |
| Canadian Palladium Maple Leaf | palladium | Canada | 2005 | .9995 | 1 troy oz | $1,192.00 |
Specs are for the 1 oz bullion coin unless noted. Melt value is the metal content at the latest spot price, not a dealer price.
The basics
How to read a coin's specs
Purity
How much of the coin is the precious metal, written as fineness. .9999 is 99.99% pure; .9167 is 22 karat gold. Purity alone doesn't tell you how much metal a coin holds.
Gross weight vs pure content
Gross weight is the whole coin, including any alloy. Pure content is the precious metal inside. A 22-karat Gold Eagle weighs more than an ounce but still holds one troy ounce of gold.
Face value
The legal-tender value stamped on the coin. For bullion coins it is symbolic and far below the metal value, so ignore it when pricing.
Melt value
Pure content times the spot price. It is a floor for comparing coins, not what a dealer will charge. Dealers sell above melt (the premium) and usually buy a little below it.
Good to know
Bullion coins and semi-numismatic coins
Most coins here are bullion coins: struck by government mints in large numbers and bought mainly for their metal. Their prices follow spot closely, plus a premium that covers minting, distribution and the dealer’s margin.
The Morgan dollar is included as an example of a semi-numismatic coin. Collector demand means it usually sells above melt value, so its price moves partly with silver and partly with the coin market. Our rare coins guide explains the difference in more detail.
Watch out for
Buying coins safely
- Fakes exist for every popular coin. Buy from established dealers, and check weight, diameter and thickness against the specs.
- Prices far below spot are a red flag. No genuine seller lets bullion go well under melt value.
- Premiums vary a lot. The same ounce of metal can cost very different amounts depending on the coin, the dealer and demand.
- Proof and collector versions cost more. Make sure you know whether you're paying for a bullion coin or a collector coin.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between a bullion coin and a semi-numismatic coin?
A bullion coin is made in large numbers and priced mainly on its metal content plus a small premium. A semi-numismatic coin, such as a circulated Morgan dollar, is priced partly on its metal and partly on collector demand, so it usually sells above melt value and its price doesn't track spot as closely.
Why does a 22-karat gold coin weigh more than an ounce?
Coins like the American Gold Eagle and the Krugerrand are alloyed with other metals to make them harder wearing. The extra alloy adds weight, but the coin still contains one full troy ounce of pure gold, the same as a 24-karat coin.
Which bullion coin is the best one to buy?
We can't say which coin suits you, and this directory isn't financial advice. Well-known coins are usually easier to sell, while less popular ones can cost less over spot. Compare the premium, the buy-back price and how easily you could sell each coin, and talk to a licensed adviser if you're unsure.
How accurate is the melt value in the table?
It is each coin's pure metal content multiplied by the latest spot price from our price feed. If the feed hasn't updated recently we mark the price as delayed. It's an estimate of metal value only, not a quote.
This directory is for general education only and isn’t financial, tax or legal advice. Specs are for standard bullion coins and can differ for proof, older or special issues, so check details with a dealer, and talk to a licensed adviser before making decisions.