Foster Coin and Publishing

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2189 Bancroft Way * Berkeley, CA 94704
(510) 845-3015 * Email : tfdf@pacbell.net
California's Oldest Coin Shop in the Same Location. 
Since 1931.

AMERICAN EAGLE
Issued since 1986, the American Eagle is the first bullion gold coin issued by the United States. Guaranteed by the United States Mint to contain 1 OZ of gold, it is composed of 90% gold and 10% copper for durability. Bearing a $50 Face value, eagles are approved by the U.S. government for inclusion in an Individual Retirement Account.
SOUTH AFRICAN KRUGERRAND
The first gold bullion coin minted for private ownership, the South African gold krugerrand has a composition of 90% gold, 10% copper, and contains 1 OZ GOLD. Obverse depicts Paul Kruger, the first president of South Africa.
AUSTRIAN 100 CORONA
This coin features a design from the time of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Emperor Franz Joseph on the obverse; two-headed eagle on the reverse. The coin contains 0.98 OZ GOLD
CANADIAN MAPLE LEAF
The world's first pure gold bullion coin minted by a government, the Canadian Maple Leaf contains 1 OZ of 999 FINE GOLD and bears a $50 CDN Face Value.
MEXICAN 50 PESO
The largest of the Gold Majors is the Mexican 50 Peso. This massive and heavy coin contains 1.2 OZ GOLD
CLASSIC DOUBLE EAGLE
The American Double Eagle, minted from 1849 to 1907, was an institution in the United States, with a heritage dating back to the California Gold Rush. Affordable numismatic item close to bullion value. Composition: .900 GOLD, .100 COPPER. Contains .9675 OZ GOLD
SAINT GAUDENS DOUBLE EAGLE
The Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle, minted from 1907 to 1933, is considered to be the most beautiful American coin. Composition: .900 GOLD, .100 COPPER. Contains .9675 OZ GOLD.


GOLD SOVEREIGN
Recognized and widely imitated around the world, the British gold sovereign has been a medium of trade for over 150 years.
Contains .2354 oz GOLD
Series of Royal Portaits of British monarchs depicted on the obverse of the gold sovereigns. Most common dates are readily obtainable through our banking contacts.
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FRENCH 20 FRANCS
This coin is an institution that dates back to the time of Napoleon. A variety of designs tracks the changing governments in France, from the empire of Napoleon III to the republic. Angels are especially popular.
Contains .1867 oz GOLD
PRUSSIAN 20 MARKS
This coin features Kaiser Wilhelm and the eagle that would later become the national symbol of Germany.
Contains .2304 oz GOLD
NETHERLANDS
10 GULDEN

This coin depicts William III (1849-1890) and the coat of arms of Holland. Always a popular item.
Contains .1947 oz GOLD
ITALY 20 LIRE
Obverse shows Umberto I (1878-1900), while the reverse bears a wreath and the arms of Italy. Often found in old collections.
Contains .1867 oz GOLD