Collectible and Investment Coins

The U.S. Mint produces precious metal coins for collectors and investors in gold, silver, platinum, and palladium. Proof and uncirculated numismatic coins are collected for their limited mintage numbers, while bullion coins offer a way to invest in precious metals. The Mint sells proof and uncirculated coins at a fixed price, and each coin includes a Certificate of Authenticity.

Browse below to learn more about our current proof and uncirculated coin programs or explore our archived coins and medals.

A bullion coin is a coin that is valued by its weight in a specific precious metal. The U.S. government guarantees its weight, content, and purity. Unlike commemorative or numismatic coins valued by limited mintage, rarity, condition, or age, investors purchase bullion coins seeking a simple way to own and invest in the gold, silver, platinum, and palladium markets.

Visit our Shop to learn more about bullion coins or watch the video below to see how bullion coins are made.

The Mint does not sell bullion coins directly to the public. Instead, the Mint distributes the coins through a network of official distributors called “authorized purchasers”. Authorized purchasers create a two-way market buying and selling to wholesalers, financial institutions, and other secondary retailers.

Pricing for bullion coins typically depends on the market price of the metal, plus a small premium to cover minting, distribution, and marketing costs.

Learn more about our bullion coin programs.