PRODUCT TYPES
Gold coin products come in various shapes and sizes.
It is important to understand the different types.
Individual Coin: Single coins presented in a leatherette box with a certificate. One Ounce, half Ounce, Quarter Ounce and One Tenth Ounce available. These are the only sizes.
Prestige Set: Four coin set presented in a wooden box with a certificate that states 'Prestige Set'.
Proof Set: Three or Four coin set presented in a leatherette box with a certificate that states 'Proof Set'. Some Proof coin sets are presented in a wooden box, such as the FIFA products of 2006 - 2010.
Special Launch: Single or multiple coins and/or medallions presented in a box, often handcrafted, but always specially made for the Launch. Coins will more often than not feature Mintmarks. The certificate will state 'Special Launch'.
Special Edition: Single coins in animal shaped wooden boxes. Only four of these were made for the Giants of Africa series of 2005 - 2008. The certificate will state 'Special Edition'. Elephant 1996 exception.
Exclusive Set: Four coin set presented in a wooden box with a certificate. Very similar to a Prestige Set, but it is not.
Certificates will always state 'Prestige', 'Proof' etc. No certificates were issued for the 1994 Natura Lion.
