In May 2014, Atlanta Gold & Coin Buyers described itself as Atlanta’s leading coin dealer and announced receipt of a new inventory of exciting gold coin offerings, which it expected to sell quickly. At the time, gold stood at $1,300 per ounce—near production costs—and, with tensions in Ukraine seeming to intensify minute by minute, the firm said gold appeared positioned for a breakout. With that context established, the following were presented as some of the latest offerings from Atlanta Gold & Coin Buyers.
American Gold Buffaloes
At the time of original publication, the article described the following: Of the offerings reported as available at publication, Atlanta Gold & Coin said it was especially enthusiastic about its inventory of 1 oz American Gold Buffaloes. The article described them as the only 24k American gold coins then in production, except for the 2009 Ultra High Relief Double Eagles. Their designs mirror the Buffalo nickel: a Native American appears on the obverse and a bison on the reverse. Since production began in 2006, the article said their popularity had grown to nearly match American Gold Eagles. With lower production levels than Eagles, they were often harder to find. For buyers emphasizing gold purity and attractive imagery, the article described the Buffalo as an especially strong option at that time.
Canadian Gold Maple Leaf Coins
At the time of original publication, the article described the following: While the American Gold Buffalo was described as the only 24k American bullion coin then available, the original article called the Canadian Gold Maple Leaf probably the most popular 24k gold coin in the United States and worldwide. It stated that buyers focused only on .999 fine gold asked for this coin more than any other. At publication, 1 oz Maple Leafs were more common than fractional examples, and Atlanta Gold & Coin reported offering smaller denominations, including 1/2 oz and 1/4 oz coins. The article presented these as an option for people unable to afford one-ounce coins. It noted that 1/4 ounce Maple Leafs carried only a slightly higher premium than 1 oz and 1/2 ounce counterparts, and described them as a way to accumulate bullion for $350 per piece or less.
Austrian Gold Philharmonics
At the time of original publication, the article described the following: Finally, at publication Atlanta Gold & Coin reported a new inventory of 1 oz Austrian Gold Philharmonics, alongside the previously mentioned 1 oz American Gold Eagles and Canadian Gold Maple Leafs. The article suggested these might have the most striking imagery of the listed coins and noted that they were also 24k pure gold. It stated that the Austrian Mint was founded in 1397 and had minted notable gold and silver coins throughout its history. Presented as a leading bullion coin, Philharmonics were said to be purchasable at rates similar to Maple Leafs. Their broader diameter and thinner profile were described as contributing to their visual appeal. The original article predicted that a first purchase could encourage further purchases.
The coins above represented only a portion of what Atlanta Gold & Coin Buyers reported having in stock when this article was published. The original article also reported regularly keeping American Gold Eagles in all denominations, South African Krugerrands, $20 Liberty Head gold coins, St. Gaudens double eagles, British sovereigns, and gold francs in stock. At publication, readers with gold-coin needs were invited to contact the business, and the article stated that Atlanta Gold & Coin looked forward to hearing from them and earning their business.
