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..Also the images and prices were all from http://www.jmbullion.com where you can buy precious metals with Bitcoin!