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What Gold Coins Are IRA Eligible?

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Gold IRA-Eligible Coins

If you’re looking to add gold to your precious metals IRA, you’ll need to purchase gold coins that meet the IRS requirements to do so. That means you’ll need gold coins that are 99.5% pure.

Fortunately, we have several brilliant gold coins that fit the bill, giving you multiple options to secure your retirement savings with.

The Britannia Gold Coins, for instance, have proved their value to investors again and again owing to the striking figure of Britannia protecting the shores of Britain and the enduring presence of the UK’s Royal Mint. Or consider the American Gold Buffalo coin, a 24-karat homage to U.S. history, or our exclusive Liberty and Britannia coin. Gold coins are always a favorite to add to IRAs.

American Eagle Gold Proof Coin

The American Gold Eagle proof, the limited-edition version of the American Gold Eagle bullion coin, reveals the meticulous m…

American Gold Eagle Bullion Coins

If you want a coin that truly personifies America, the American Gold Eagle Bullion coin is an excellent choice. This coin fea…

Australian 1/4 oz Gold Florin Coin

Get a unique piece of Australia with the Australian 1/4 oz. Gold Florin. The florin is an interesting piece of Australian his…

Britannia Gold Coins

From its first minting in 1987, the British gold Britannia coin has become one of the most widely-recognized gold bullion coi…

Canadian Maple Leaf Gold Coin

Conceived in 1978 and first struck in February of 1979, the Canadian Gold Maple Leaf was a breakthrough in coinage. One of th…

Gold American Eagle Proof 2-Coin Set

This extremely rare version of the American Gold Eagle Proof series showcases the pride of the U.S. Mint, but was only made f…

Gold Bars and Rounds

Gold bars and rounds represent some of the simplest forms of physical gold, as they are generally valued closer to the melt v…

Gold Buffalo Coin

The first American coin of its kind, the Gold American Buffalo is a 24-karat bullion coin. Its significance can be attributed…

Gold Canadian Polar Bear and Cub Coin

In the vast Canadian Arctic, Ursus maritimus is king. Like its homeland, it is massive – males can weigh up to 800 kilogram…

Gold Gyrfalcon Coin

Own a little piece of what makes Canada so special with the Gold Twin Maples coin. This coin is an update on the Canadian Gol…

Gold Rose Crown Guinea 1/4 oz

Official legal tender of Saint Helena, the reverse of the Gold Rose Crown Guinea features the Rose Crown Shield, the coin’s…

2024 1/4 oz Canadian twin maple leaf gold coin, front and back

Gold Twin Maples Coin

Own a little piece of what makes Canada so special with the Gold Twin Maples coin. This coin is an update on the Canadian Gol…

Goldbacks

Meet the Goldback – the world’s first physical, interchangeable, self-backing gold money that’s suitable for even small…

Laurel Gold Coin

This fixed-mintage gold coin struck from 1/4 troy ounce of 0.9999 pure gold by the renowned Commonwealth Mint commemorates th…

Liberty and Britannia 1/4 oz Gold Coin

We’re honored to offer an exclusive 1/4 oz gold coin from the new Liberty/Britannia series. This historic mintage is a unique…

Proof Gold American Eagle 4-Coin Set

The American Gold Eagle proof, the limited-edition version of the American Gold Eagle bullion coin, reveals the meticulous m…

Valcambi 1 Gram Gold Bullion Bar

Valcambi’s 1 gram gold bullion bar, the smallest gold bar you’ll find from this world-famous Swiss refiner, belongs in every …

Valcambi CombiBars

Valcambi CombiBars are ideal for those seeking gold that can be broken down into small increments. Thanks to the bar’s perf…

What gold can be held in an IRA?

Only gold that is 99.5% pure or higher can be held in a precious metals IRA, according to IRS regulations.

How can I add physical gold to my IRA?

You’ll need to work with a custodian who can handle arranging the purchase and transfer of physical gold to your depository. The IRS prohibits storing gold for an IRA at home.

What are the rules for precious metals IRA?

Generally speaking, you’ll need to purchase only precious metals meeting certain purity requirements – being 99.5% for gold and 99.9% for silver. You’ll also need to establish a custodian and choose a depository to store your precious metals. Apart from that, you’ll need to adhere to contribution limits ($7,000 a year for those under 50 and $8,000 a year for those over 50). You won’t be able to withdraw from the account until you’re 59 and a half (as of 2024).