I have some gold coins and I'm wondering if they are made of real gold. I want to know if gold coins are typically pure gold or if they just have a gold coating or some other form of gold content.
6 answers
Elena
Fri Nov 22 2024
A gold coin is predominantly or fully composed of gold.
Isabella
Thu Nov 21 2024
In contrast, contemporary gold bullion coins are typically pure gold.
GeishaWhisper
Thu Nov 21 2024
Examples of such coins include the Britannia, Canadian Maple Leaf, and American Buffalo.
CryptoEnthusiast
Thu Nov 21 2024
Historically, the purity of gold coins has varied.
JejuJoyfulHeartSoul
Thu Nov 21 2024
Since 1800, the majority of gold coins minted were 90–92% gold.