Krugerands

jd1123 · 01-03-2013, 11:50 AM

Anyone have a good place to buy Krugerands? Im looking to make a small purchase (one or two) and would like to walk away with the most for my money. Any suggestions would be helpful. Thank you.

**benjamen** · 01-03-2013, 12:08 PM

Local coin stores and most website sell them for 50-70 dollars over spot. It doesn't seem to matter much where you buy from. You should also take shipping into account.

http://www.apmex.com/Category/1/Sout...12__Prior.aspx

http://www.providentmetals.com/bulli...a-g-krand.html

ancona · 01-03-2013, 12:31 PM

I'm with Benjamen on this one. Although I am a silver guy, my LCS is often close to or even better than Apmex as regards small buys.

jd1123 · 01-03-2013, 12:47 PM

Thanks guys - problem is I don't have a LCS. The shipping is what's killing me. Guess I'll try to find one.

DoChenRollingBearing · 01-03-2013, 02:58 PM

I also agree with ancona and Benjamen, a local coin store is where I get mine. He rarely is out of stock, and yeah you can call before you drive over...

If I ever get REAL DOUGH, I will have to take a look at Tulving, who offers really low premiums all things considered (but 20 oz Au minimum).

jd1123 · 01-07-2013, 07:56 AM

Appreciate it. This thread may be taking a turn here, but maybe someone can shed some light. Note I have not invested in physical gold before (only silver) and I am looking for some pointers.

I like the Krugerrands because they're mixed with other less maleable metals and seem less prone to damage, but they seem to command a higher premium than some other bullion (private mint bars, Kangaroos). Does this make a difference in durability?

When you buy gold coins do they usually come sealed?

Thanks.

**PMBug** · 01-07-2013, 08:04 AM

As with most coins, there are two versions - proof and bullion. Proof coins might be sealed, but bullion generally is not.

jd1123 · 01-07-2013, 09:36 PM

Appreciate the help everyone. Ended up getting Mex 50 instead (lower premium).

superhero · 01-08-2013, 01:00 AM

CNI has low premiums and free shipping if you buy > $2,000. www.golddealer.com

I haven't bought from them yet, but some guys on the other forums seems to like them.

Cybrsk8r · 01-16-2013, 08:01 PM

But it's kind of creeping me out.

01-03-2013, 11:50 AM	#1
jd1123 Fly on the wall Join Date: Mar 2012 Posts: 36 Liked: 10 times	Krugerands Anyone have a good place to buy Krugerands? Im looking to make a small purchase (one or two) and would like to walk away with the most for my money. Any suggestions would be helpful. Thank you.

01-03-2013, 12:08 PM	#2
benjamen Super Moderator Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Migratory Posts: 1,620 Liked: 685 times	Local coin stores and most website sell them for 50-70 dollars over spot. It doesn't seem to matter much where you buy from. You should also take shipping into account. http://www.apmex.com/Category/1/Sout...12__Prior.aspx http://www.providentmetals.com/bulli...a-g-krand.html ancona likes this. __________________ I drive men mad For love of me, Easily beaten, Never free. PMBug 101 * Forum Rules**

01-03-2013, 12:31 PM	#3
ancona Yellow Jacket Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Waaay south Posts: 3,370 Liked: 2046 times	I'm with Benjamen on this one. Although I am a silver guy, my LCS is often close to or even better than Apmex as regards small buys. __________________ All things being equal, the simplest answer is quite often the correct answer - Occam

01-03-2013, 12:47 PM	#4
jd1123 Fly on the wall Join Date: Mar 2012 Posts: 36 Liked: 10 times	Thanks guys - problem is I don't have a LCS. The shipping is what's killing me. Guess I'll try to find one. Penn likes this.

01-07-2013, 08:04 AM	#7
PMBug Golden Cockroach Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: In Scrooge McDuck's vault Posts: 7,064 Liked: 2454 times	As with most coins, there are two versions - proof and bullion. Proof coins might be sealed, but bullion generally is not. __________________ The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. - Lao Tzu Important stuff: PMBug 101 * Forum Guidelines * Support PMBug

01-03-2013, 02:58 PM	#5
DoChenRollingBearing PM Bug Supporter Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: SE USA Posts: 1,275 Liked: 691 times	I also agree with ancona and Benjamen, a local coin store is where I get mine. He rarely is out of stock, and yeah you can call before you drive over... If I ever get REAL DOUGH, I will have to take a look at Tulving, who offers really low premiums all things considered (but 20 oz Au minimum).

01-07-2013, 07:56 AM	#6
jd1123 Fly on the wall Join Date: Mar 2012 Posts: 36 Liked: 10 times	Appreciate it. This thread may be taking a turn here, but maybe someone can shed some light. Note I have not invested in physical gold before (only silver) and I am looking for some pointers. I like the Krugerrands because they're mixed with other less maleable metals and seem less prone to damage, but they seem to command a higher premium than some other bullion (private mint bars, Kangaroos). Does this make a difference in durability? When you buy gold coins do they usually come sealed? Thanks.

01-07-2013, 09:36 PM	#8
jd1123 Fly on the wall Join Date: Mar 2012 Posts: 36 Liked: 10 times	Appreciate the help everyone. Ended up getting Mex 50 instead (lower premium).

01-08-2013, 01:00 AM	#9
superhero Predaceous stink bug Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Left Coast Posts: 167 Liked: 71 times	CNI has low premiums and free shipping if you buy > $2,000. www.golddealer.com I haven't bought from them yet, but some guys on the other forums seems to like them.