Why the Krugerrand Has No Face Value — and Why That’s the Point

The South African Krugerrand is the world’s first gold bullion coin — and one of its most deliberately designed. Launched in 1967 with no face value by intention, it cannot be debased by monetary policy. Here is how it works, why it was banned, and why nearly six decades later it remains the most liquid gold coin on the planet.

Gold Purity Explained: What Investors Need to Know 

Not all gold is created equal. The karat on a jewelry piece and the fineness on a bullion coin are measuring the same thing — but they mean something very different for investors. Here’s how to read gold purity the right way before you buy.