Silver Rounds vs. Silver Coins

Examples of a "Round"

Examples of a "Coin"

What's the difference?

• A coin is minted by a sovereign government.
• A coin is legal tender with a minimum face value.
• Rounds are minted by private mints and have no face value.

Source: http://www.apmex.com/education/investing/what-is-the-difference-between-a-coin-and-a-round

Silver Coins

So today I will use Silver as example, because it is more affordable than gold, and may be easier to relate to for some.

I am going to use the African Elephant Silver Coin as an example, because I like the artwork.

If you take a look at each year from the most recent going back..

2017 1 oz Somalian Silver Elephant Coin (BU)
As low as : $19.46

2016 1 oz Somalian Silver Elephant Coin (BU)
As low as : $19.80

2015 1 oz Somalian Silver Elephant Coin (BU)
As low as : $21.20

2014 1 oz Somalian Silver Elephant Coin (BU)
As low as : $28.71

2013 1 oz Somalian Silver Elephant Coin (BU)
As low as : $36.21

2011 1 oz Somalian Silver Elephant Coin (BU)
As low as : $50.21

2010 1 oz Somalian Silver Elephant Coin (BU)
As low as : $65.21

2009 1 oz Somalian Silver Elephant Coin (BU)
As low as : $75.21

2008 1 oz Somalian Silver Elephant Coin (BU)
As low as : $97.21

2007 1 oz Somalian Silver Elephant Coin (BU)
As low as : $131.21

Now that is just 10 years!

Obviously each year they get more valuable, which is mainly due to being more rare.

Also if you take a look at other countries coins you'll notice the same pattern.

Chinese Panda

2015 1 oz Chinese Silver Panda Coin (BU)
As low as : $25.20

2011 1 oz Chinese Silver Panda Coin (BU)
As low as : $56.99

2009 1 oz Chinese Silver Panda Coin (BU)
As low as : $78.99

Conclusion

If you love art, or investing in precious metals, or even just collecting coins you should definitely take a look into these..

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