Thursday, January 4, 2007

Facts About Rare Coins

Great resource with facts about historic returns on rare coins.

From the article, below are some of the key diversification benefits provided by including rare coins in your investment portfolio.
  • High returns (12.7% compounded annual return over the past 35 years)
  • Short-term returns that are uncorrelated with stocks
  • Protection against inflation
  • Reduced portfolio volatility
  • Hedge against longer-term equity market downturns
  • Tax-deferred exchanges
  • Limited downside risk
  • Socially responsible

    Below are some of the core holdings that should be a part of beginner investor's portfolio.  If possible, try to find at least an MS-65 graded coin.
  • Liberty Nickel
  • Buffalo Nickel
  • Mercury Dime
  • Standing Liberty Quarter
  • Walk Liberty Half Dollar
  • Morgan Dollar
  • Peace Dollar
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