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what is the dimensions of this coin, because it seems small for 1 .oz?
Hi Michael,
The $50 gold should be right around 32.5mm in diameter, the same as equivalent US gold bullion eagles. This is about 7.5mm smaller than a 1 ounce silver coin would measure.
This disparity is explained by the density of the metals. Gold is by far the most dense of any precious metal. For that reason a smaller chunk of material is required to achieve the same weight as you would with silver or other metals.
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Answers by Expert:
Dmitry Livshits
Expertise
My specialty is world coins from the 18th to 20th centuries, primarily non-US foreign coins and related areas such as errors and exonumia (tokens, medals, etc.). I can answer questions relating to identification, grading, selling, preservation and evaluation of such items. In addition to catalog value, I can give you the practical market value and trends for specific types of coins. I will also take questions regarding counterfeits (both modern and antique) and on how to identify them. I am NOT knowledgeable in paper money/banknotes, ancient or "shipwreck" coins. Thank you.
Experience
Collector of world coins since early childhood. Access to a variety of auction records and reference material. You can also find me on Facebook.
Education/Credentials
A.S. in Psychology (2006), B.A. in Forensic Psychology (2008), M.A. in Forensic Psychology (2011).
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