- 1). Compare the values of old, collectible coins and new coins through a coin dealer or coin shopping website. One such site is Bestcoin.com, which groups coins by dates and metallic composition and explains the relative prices of each.
- 2). Verify a dealer through a certification agency. There are coin dealer certification agencies you can use to find certified vendors, such as the Professional Numismatics Guild (PNG). Use this system for assurance you are buying from a reputable dealer, or buy coins from government mints, such as the U.S. Mint or the Royal Canadian Mint.
- 3). Purchase the coin and shipping insurance, If the coin will be shipped to you. Have the coin sent to a secure postal box to reduce the risk of theft.
- 4). Store the gold coin in a secure place such as a safe or safety deposit box. Protect the coin under a protective cover or box to preserve its condition to prevent devaluation.
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