Cryptocurrency Q&A Are gold coins real gold?

Are gold coins real gold?

WhisperInfinity WhisperInfinity Wed Nov 20 2024 | 6 answers 1548
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. Are gold coins real gold?

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Elena Elena Fri Nov 22 2024
A gold coin is predominantly or fully composed of gold.

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Isabella Isabella Thu Nov 21 2024
In contrast, contemporary gold bullion coins are typically pure gold.

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GeishaWhisper GeishaWhisper Thu Nov 21 2024
Examples of such coins include the Britannia, Canadian Maple Leaf, and American Buffalo.

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CryptoEnthusiast CryptoEnthusiast Thu Nov 21 2024
Historically, the purity of gold coins has varied.

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JejuJoyfulHeartSoul JejuJoyfulHeartSoul Thu Nov 21 2024
Since 1800, the majority of gold coins minted were 90–92% gold.

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