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How to Buy Gold Coins on the Internet

Many people buy gold coins as a way to invest instead of putting their money in stocks and bonds. The price of gold fluctuates, and when you buy low and sell high, you can make a good profit. Gold coins are valued based on their weight as well as their historical significance. You can purchase United States coins and those of other countries through legitimate companies online.

Instructions

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  Before buying gold coins online, review current prices and compare them to historical figures to make sure it's a good time. The website goldprice.org is a good source.
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  Determine the types of gold coins you wish to buy. Several countries release gold currencies, and examples include the Australian Kangaroo, South Africa Krugerrand, Austrian Philharmonic, British Sovereign, Canadian Maple Leaf and United States Eagle.
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  Buy gold coins online from a company that includes a certification of authenticity. Don't risk purchasing gold coins through a site like eBay and end up with a fake. Browse available coins that include certification on the Austin Rare Coins and Bullion website.
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  Use a well-respected secure-payment service to handle your transaction. Gold Money verifies all of its customers to keep online gold and silver transactions secure.
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  Take out insurance on the gold coins you buy online, both postal insurance and a policy on the coins once you have them in your possession.

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