The largest gold coin in the world is the Australian Kangaroo One Tonne Gold Coin , according to Guinness World Records.
Here are the key facts about it:
- Weight: It weighs 1 tonne (1,000 kilograms or 2,204.6 pounds).
- Purity: It’s made of 99.99% pure gold.
- Dimensions: It measures 80 centimeters (31.5 inches) in diameter and is 12 centimeters (4.7 inches) thick.
- Minted by: It was produced by the Perth Mint in Australia in 2011.
- Face Value: It has a face value of $1 million Australian dollars.
- Real Value: However, its intrinsic value based on the gold content alone is significantly higher, valued at over $50 million USD.
This impressive coin was created to promote the Australian Kangaroo Gold Bullion Coin series. It is currently on permanent display at The Perth Mint’s Gold Exhibition.
Why is it illegal to own a $20 gold piece from 1933?
Good point! Currently, with the exception of the one sold on July 30, 2002, 1933 double eagle coins cannot be the legal possession of any member of the public, as they were never issued and hence remain the property of the United States government.
How much gold can a US citizen legally own?
Great question! Here’s the quick answer: as much as your wallet—and your heart—can bear. There are no federal regulations in the U.S. that limit how much gold you can own. Whether you want to hide a single gold coin or accumulate a vault-full of bars, it’s all perfectly legal.