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2. Since the price of gold and silver have been increasing at
astounding rates, more and more people are looking at gold,
silver and platinum coins as investments. There are many
honest and reputable coin dealers that can help you purchase
these investment instruments at fair market prices.
Unfortunately, there are also those that are looking to rip off
the uninformed and sell them overpriced gold coins.
Before you invest of any of these precious metal coins or
bullion, you should do your research and obtain your
knowledge from somebody other than the person trying to
sell you the coins. "If you don't know your gold, silver or
platinum coins, you'd better know your coin dealer to help
you make responsible decisions," advises Professional
Numismatists Guild (PNG) President Jeffrey Bernberg of
Willowbrook, Illinois. The Professional Numismatists Guild is
a nonprofit organization founded in 1953 and is composed of
the country's top rare coin and bullion coin dealers. PNG
member dealers must adhere to a strict Code of Ethics in the
buying and selling of numismatic and bullion merchandise.

3. "To make an informed purchase of gold, silver or platinum,
investors need to be aware of three crucial marketplace
factors: the actual cost per ounce of the precious metals; the
bullion value versus any collector value of the coin; and
timely delivery of the merchandise" continued Bernberg. In
order to help investors understand the precious metal
marketplace, PNG has published the following guidelines to
help you become a wise investor.
1.Price
Gold Investors should be aware that gold bullion coins trade
at a small premium over the actual spot gold price because
they are minted by sovereign governments that charge a
fabrication fee. The spot gold price is based on 100 ounce or
larger .999 fine gold bars. Gold bullion coins ranging from
1/10 oz to one ounces trade at 3% to 15% premium over
spot, based on the coin, it's size (for example, 1/10th, 1/4th,
1/2 or 1 full ounce), and the quantity being purchased.

4. Many major gold bullion dealers typically will sell a single, one-
ounce gold American Eagle gold coin at approximately four to five
percent over the current spot/melt value (and purchase them from
customers at about two percent less than their selling price.)
American Eagles, Canadian Maple leafs and South African
Krugerrands are some of the most popular gold bullion coins.
Investors should contact several creditable precious metal dealers
and shop for the best price.
2. Bullion vs. Collector Coins
Investors should distinguish between bullion coins whose values
generally fluctuate according to the current price of gold, silver or
platinum, and "rare coins" that can carry a significant collector
premium based on historical supply and demand.
Some U.S. gold and silver coins may be readily available in
circulated condition for a modest premium over their bullion
content, but those same coins in superb condition may have
significantly higher value -- perhaps thousands of dollars above
their melt value. The market for accurately graded, high-quality rare
coins is quite strong now.

5. 3. Delivery
Under normal conditions delivery of coins you've purchased
should be received with 10 to 14 days. However, if at the
time of purchase the seller may be aware of a mint delivery
problem it should be disclosed to you that there may be a
delay. The PNG does not recommend having coins stored by
dealers, instead, verified storage at an independent,
accredited depositary is acceptable for many investors,
especially if it involves a large quantity of gold.
The Professional Numismatists Guild
Members of the Professional Numismatists Guild must adhere
to a Collector's Bill of Rights and a Code of Ethics that
prohibit use of high pressure sales tactics and
misrepresentation of the value of items being sold. PNG
members must demonstrate knowledge, responsibility and
integrity in their business dealings. They also must agree to
binding arbitration to settle unresolved disagreements over
numismatic property.