Buying and selling gold and silver bullion has become a popular investment choice for those seeking to diversify their portfolios. While there are many options to choose from, including coins, and bars.
Here are the 9 most traded gold and silver coins and bars:
American Eagle – A popular gold coin minted by the United States, the American Eagle features Lady Liberty on one side and an eagle on the other. By act of congress all gold used to mint the AE must be mined from the United States.
Canadian Maple Leaf – A gold and silver coin produced by the Royal Canadian Mint, the Canadian Maple Leaf features a maple leaf on one side and a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on the other.
South African Krugerrand – A gold coin produced by the South African Mint, the Krugerrand features a springbok antelope on one side and a portrait of Paul Kruger, the former President of the South African Republic, on the other.
Chinese Panda – A gold and silver coin produced by the People’s Bank of China, the Chinese Panda features a panda on one side and the Temple of Heaven in Beijing on the other.
Austrian Philharmonic – A gold and silver coin produced by the Austrian Mint, the Austrian Philharmonic features various instruments on one side and the Great Organ of the Golden Hall in Vienna on the other.
Australian Kangaroo – A gold and silver coin produced by the Perth Mint, the Australian Kangaroo features a kangaroo on one side and Queen Elizabeth II on the other.
Gold Bars – Gold bars come in a variety of sizes, ranging from small 1-gram bars to large 400-ounce bars. They are typically produced by private refineries and are an efficient way to purchase gold.
Silver Bars – Similar to gold bars, silver bars come in a variety of sizes and are an efficient way to purchase silver. 1oz, 5oz, 10oz, 100oz and kilo are the most common denominations.
Platinum Bars – Platinum bars, like gold and silver bars, come in a variety of sizes and are an efficient way to purchase platinum.
PAMP Suisse: Established in 1977, PAMP Suisse is a Swiss-based private brand that specializes in the production of high-quality gold and silver bullion products. PAMP is known for their distinctive Fortuna design and is one of the most recognized brands in the precious metals industry.
Perth Mint: Founded in 1899, Perth Mint is Australia’s oldest mint and one of the largest gold refineries in the world. They offer a wide range of bullion products including coins, bars, and rounds in both gold and silver, with designs that showcase the rich cultural heritage of Australia.
Royal Canadian Mint: Established in 1908, the Royal Canadian Mint is a government-owned corporation responsible for producing Canada’s coinage. They offer a variety of gold and silver bullion products with unique designs such as the popular Canadian Maple Leaf coin.
Baird & Co.: Baird & Co. is a private brand that has been operating in the precious metals industry since 1967. They specialize in producing fine gold and silver bullion bars and coins with a focus on high quality and customer service.
Valcambi: Valcambi is a Swiss-based private brand that was established in 1961. They are one of the largest gold and silver refineries in the world and offer a wide range of bullion products in various sizes and designs.
Sunshine Minting: Sunshine Minting is an American-based private brand that was established in 1979. They offer a variety of gold and silver bullion products, including rounds and bars, with designs that highlight American culture and history.
Silver is a precious metal that has been used to create beautiful and intricate designs for centuries. These are the top six of the world’s top silversmiths who have made a significant impact in the silver industry:
Tiffany & Co.
Georg Jensen
Christofle
Asprey
Cartier
Buccellati
Gorham
Reed & Barton
International Silver Company
Wallace Silversmiths Oneida Ltd.
Tuttle Silversmiths
There are many more including Alvin, S Kirk and Sons, Kalo and others.
We specialize in the purchase of round diamonds 1 carat and larger. The diamond market fluctuates depending on economic conditions. Stop in today for a free estimate.
Fine Watches
We purchase all watches made from 10k, 14k and 18k gold.
Patek Philippe
Rolex
Audemars Piguet
Vacheron Constantin
Lange & Söhne
Omega
There are many renowned luxury high-end gold jewelry makers in the world, each with their own unique style and approach to creating these beautiful pieces. Here are a few of the top names in the industry:
Cartier
Van Cleef & Arpels
Bulgari
Tiffany & Co
Harry Winston
James Avery
Many other fine jewelers, the likes of John Hardy and others are in highly collectable and in high demand.
At Houston Gold & Silver, we’re passionate about helping our customers convert their gold jewelry into cash. For nearly fifteen years, we’ve assisted tens of thousands of customers seeking liquidity. Some of the jewelry we receive is resold, while others are recycled for use in the gold bullion market or the jewelry industry.
Most transactions are conducted in cash and take as little as five minutes. Come in today for a free verbal cash offer for your old, used, or unwanted jewelry. Most customers are surprised by the amount of money they have hidden in their jewelry boxes and drawers.
We use X-ray technology to determine purity and authenticity. We will never damage your items using the scratch and acid test.
