10 of Our Favorite Gold Coins from Around the World

The Russian Chervonets: The 1923 Russian Chervonets holds the distinction of being the world's first-ever gold coin to feature the hammer and sickle symbol, an iconic representation of Soviet power.

The Indian Fanam: Dating back to the 14th century, the Indian Fanam is one of the world's smallest gold coins, with some weighing as little as 0.25 grams. 

 The Canadian Maple Leaf: Known for its exceptional purity, the Canadian Gold Maple Leaf coin is made of 99.99% pure gold, making it one of the purest gold coins available in the world.

The Austrian Philharmonic: The Austrian Philharmonic coin is the only gold coin in the world to feature a musical instrument .

The Chinese Gold Panda: Introduced in 1982, the Chinese Gold Panda coin showcases a new design each year, featuring adorable depictions of pandas, one of China's most beloved symbols.

The Australian Kangaroo: Formerly known as the Australian Nugget, the Australian Kangaroo gold coin series changes its design annually, featuring various depictions of the iconic kangaroo, Australia's national animal.

The Mexican Centenario: The Mexican Centenario, minted from 1921 to 1947, celebrates the 100th anniversary of Mexico's independence from Spain. 

The British Sovereign: The British Sovereign, often called the "Chief Coin of the World," has a rich history dating back over 500 years. 

The South African Krugerrand: First minted in 1967, the South African Krugerrand was the world's first modern gold bullion coin. 

The Swiss Vreneli: The Swiss Vreneli, minted between 1897 and 1949, features the portrait of a charming Swiss woman on the obverse.