Why do you think a 2001 America's 50 gold coin cost $ 649.00 U.S. dollars?
kitco.com This rare coin was minted in 2001 along with millions of others.
It is not a rare coin, but a gold coin issued by the U.S.. Not exactly 1 ounce gold coin in a $ 50, but the coin has a weight of just over an ounce from the mint of copper in the mixture for longer, (the new Buffalo is pure gold.) The price is a factor Gold price plus a premium, since it is a coin. When shopping for them, trying to find a reputable dealer with the lowest premium charged. Most distributors charge a premium in the sale, but buy them from you on the spot price of gold, (without premium).
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