Overview of Modern Investment Coins: From Australia to Germany
Australian investment coins hold leading positions in the market due to their high quality, reliability, and predictability. They have high liquidity, which makes them sought-after among collectors. Series dedicated to the continent's unique fauna are especially popular.
Popular Australian Series: The Animal Kingdom
Australian investment coins hold leading positions in the market due to their high quality, reliability, and predictability. They have high liquidity, which makes them sought-after among collectors. Series dedicated to the continent's unique fauna are especially popular.
Many of these coins are issued in an unusual oval shape, which adds to their collectible appeal. In 2024, a special "P125" mark appeared on the coins, dedicated to the 125th anniversary of the Perth Mint.
Lunars, Myths, and Legends
Series based on mythology and the Eastern calendar are in constant demand. One of the most famous is the Chinese "Panda." The 2025 coin is made in an oval shape, weighing 30 grams with a face value of 10 yuan, featuring a family of pandas on the obverse and the Temple of Heaven on the reverse.
Australia also offers popular series on this theme. For example, the "Myths and Legends" series includes the "Pixiu" and "Double Phoenix" coins. To complete a collection, one sometimes has to search for earlier issues, such as the "Dragon and Phoenix."
Other interesting series include "Legendary Warriors" with the "Eric Bloodaxe" coin and "Lunar III," which will release the "Snake" coin in 2025. The series that succeeded the "Queen's Beasts" also continues, with the release of the two-ounce "Tudor Dragon."
Unique Shapes and Special Releases
Besides the classic round and oval shapes, there are more exotic options. The Australian Mint has released a "Shipwrecks" series in the form of triangular coins. Among them are coins dedicated to the ships "Batavia" (1629) and "Zuytdorp" (1712).
The Royal Mint of Great Britain also made a mark with an unusual release — a diamond-shaped coin dedicated to all ten "Queen's Beasts." This series was very popular, and its final "completer" coin became a real hit.
Other notable coins include Malta's 2019 issue with the Maltese Cross, as well as oval coins from the private Germania Mint featuring mythological creatures like the boar Gullinbursti and the dragon Fafnir.
Silver Investment Bars
In addition to coins, silver bars are also popular. They also offer a variety of designs and manufacturers, from classic to collectible.
- A 1-ounce bar from the Royal Mint of Great Britain. The obverse features the Royal Coat of Arms, and the reverse shows the monogram of King Charles III.
- The "Odin" bar from Germania Mint featuring the Norse god on its face.
- A themed bar from the Perth Mint dedicated to the 2024 Year of the Dragon.
- A classic 1-ounce bar from Asahi Refining.
- Colored bars from the private Scottsdale Mint (USA) with vibrant images of dragons.
The Philosophy of Collecting Silver
For many, investing in silver coins is less about making money and more about the passion. The rise in metal prices seen in recent years doesn't always please collectors, as it increases the cost of adding to their collections. Some would even prefer prices to fall so they could buy more interesting pieces.
It's important to understand that there is no single "right" approach in the world of numismatics. Some people like colored coins, others prefer classic investment coins, and still others collect specific themes: cats, ships, space. The most important thing is that the process brings joy.
A rational approach involves regular, measured purchases. By acquiring a few coins each month, you can build an average cost for your portfolio over time. This allows you to pursue your hobby without worrying about short-term market fluctuations.
