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In today's gold market, the greatest leverage to a rising gold price is offered by classic U.S. gold coins. Combining true scarcity and constant collector demand, classic U.S gold coins offer investor premiums and accelerated profit potential that modern gold bullion coins simply cannot match.

But not all U.S. gold coins offer the same potential for gains, and not all are right for the typical investor. Truly rare coins, while potentially very lucrative, are extremely expensive and require specialized knowledge. Also, because of their relatively small pool of buyers, they can be difficult to liquidate under certain market conditions. Many common coins, on the other hand, are inexpensive and easy to liquidate, but they don't offer nearly as much leverage, return on investment (ROI), or overall upside-potential as do the scarcer types and dates.

Drawing on more than 25 years of trading rare coins, and on extensive research into the current market, we've selected our Market Rockets to combine the best of all worlds for our customers. These special coins offer true scarcity, low prices, superior leverage to a rising gold price, outstanding ROI potential, and easy liquidity when it's time to sell.

Our Market Rockets outperformed gold bullion by more than 100% in price appreciation from 12/2002 to 12/2005. While gold bullion gained by 54%, rising from $349 to $536 per ounce, Market Rockets gained by an average of 109% -- more than twice as much as bullion! (Please see individual coin descriptions below for details.)*

In our opinion, Market Rockets offer the best value in classic U.S. gold coins today. We think they're ready to absolutely blast off in the next phase of gold's current bull market. For more information, see AGE's special report: The next big winners in rare coins.  

  

Market Rocket #1 -- $10 Liberty, MS64 & MS65

Among classic U.S. gold coins, our favorite investment vehicles today are common date $10 Liberty gold coins in MS64 and MS65, minted from 1866 to 1907. These were the workhorse coins of commerce during their time and, as such, were widely circulated. Only a tiny fraction of the original mintage survives today in higher-grade Mint State condition, yet the surviving specimens remain remarkably affordable in today’s market.

Their scarcity drives up prices for these $10 Liberty gold coins at a much faster rate than bullion when the gold price rises, and allows them to hold their value longer when the gold price falls. And, as collectible coins, they are non-reportable to the IRS and exempt from governmental confiscation.

$10 Liberties minted prior to 1893 in MS64 and higher condition are exceedingly rare and pricey. However, between 1893 and 1907 many scarce dates are available that not yet been fully appreciated by the market. The most common date in the series is the 1901-S. Our account managers know what is available on a daily basis.

Special offers in limited supply!
$10 Liberty, MS64

Description
Common date $10 Liberty gold coins in MS64 are among our favorite gold portfolio builders because they offer a great combination of true scarcity, increased collector demand, and excellent leverage to the gold market -- all for low prices.

Out of a total original mintage of more than 37 million, only 13,475 survivors are known in near-gem Mint State 64 condition (PCGS and NGC combined, 10/05). Yet they remain surprisingly affordable.

$10 Liberty coins in MS64 offer outstanding price-performance history in a rising gold market.

From December 2002 through December 2005, our $10 Libs in MS64 gained in price by 137%, rising from $1,035 to $2,450 each. The gold price gained by 54%, rising from $349 to $536 per ounce. In other words, these coins performed better than gold bullion by 154% during this important period, and greater gains are likely.

In 1989, during the last rare coin boom, they were valued at $6,300. They offer a lot of bang for the buck!*

Key Benefits
> True scarcity -- only 13,475 coins. Low market availability ensures excellent leverage to a rising gold price.
> Previous market high of $6,300 in 1989. Combines low price and low risk with huge upside potential.
> Beat gold bullion by 154% from 12-02 to 12-05. More gains are ahead.

$10 Liberty MS64 Specifications
Minted: 1866 to 1907 (dates our choice)
Content: 0.48375 oz. pure gold
Size: 27 mm, reeded edge
Weight: 16.718 grams
Population: 13,475 (NGC and PCGS combined, 10/05)

* Past performance is no guarantee of future performance.

Special Pricing: $1,920 each

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$10 Liberty, MS65

Description
Seasoned investors should seriously consider $10 Liberty gold coins in gem uncirculated MS65. Almost four times rarer than the already-scarce MS64 specimens, and with even greater collector demand!

Out of a total original mintage of more than 37 million, only 3,107 survivors are known in near-gem Mint State 65 condition (PCGS and NGC combined, 10/05). Yet they remain undervalued in today’s market.

From December 2002 through December 2005, our $10 Libs in MS65 gained in price by 116%, rising from $2,750 to $5,940 each. The gold price gained by 54%, rising from $349 to $536 per ounce. In other words, these coins performed better than gold bullion by 115% during this important period, and greater gains are likely.

In 1989, during the last rare coin boom, they were valued at $15,000. They offer tremendous upside potential and little downside risk.*

Key Benefits
> Extreme scarcity -- only 3,107 coins. Such rarity ensures superior leverage to a rising gold price.
> Previous market high of $15,000 in 1989. Combines reasonable price and low risk with immense upside potential.
> Beat gold bullion by 115% from 12-02 to 12-05. Greater gains are likely.

$10 Liberty MS65 Specifications
Minted: 1866 to 1907 (dates our choice)
Content: 0.48375 oz. pure gold
Size: 27 mm, reeded edge
Weight: 16.718 grams
Population: 3,107 (NGC and PCGS combined, 10/05)

* Past performance is no guarantee of future performance.

Special Pricing: $4,545 each

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Market Rocket #2 -- $10 Indian, MS64 & MS65

$10 Indian gold coins in MS64 and MS65 are a close second among our favorite investment coins today. Minted from 1907 to 1933, $10 Indian gold eagles in the higher grades are exceptionally scarce today and remain a constant favorite among collectors and investors because of their large size, fascinating design, and exceptional beauty.

Designed by the world famous American sculptor Augustus Saint-Gaudens, who also created the coveted Saint-Gaudens $20 double eagle, $10 Indians feature a classic portrait of a Chief in full headdress on the obverse and a majestic standing American Eagle on the reverse.

$10 Indians share the same astounding market fundamentals as their $10 Liberty brethren. They were minted by the millions but almost all were used as currency. During periods of high demand, because of their exceptional scarcity and collector interest, these coins have skyrocketed in price.

For investment value, these coins simply couldn’t be more attractive than they are today. Like $10 Liberty coins in MS64 and MS65, these $10 Indians are genuine “sleepers” that should not be missed! Match with a $10 Liberty in similar grade, these coins could be considered a Power Pair #2 on steroids!

Special offers in limited supply!
$10 Indian, MS64

Description
Like $10 Liberty gold coins in MS64, $10 Indians offer a great combination of true scarcity, increased collector demand, and excellent leverage to the gold market -- all for low prices.

Of an original mintage of nearly 15 million, only 20,168 survivors are known in near-gem Mint State 64 condition (PCGS and NGC combined, 10/05). Yet they remain surprisingly affordable.

$10 Indian coins in MS64 offer a history of outstanding price-performance in a rising gold market. From December 2002 through December 2005, they gained in price by 129%, rising from $1,075 to $2,460 each. The gold price gained by 54%, rising from $349 to $536 per ounce. In other words, these coins performed better than gold bullion by 139% during this period, and greater gains are likely.

In 1989, during the last rare coin boom, they traded dealer-to-dealer for $6,300. Like $10 Liberty coins in MS64, they offer a lot of bang for the buck!*

Key Benefits
> True scarcity -- only 20,168 coins. Low market availability ensures superior leverage to a rising gold price.
> Previous market high of $6,300 in 1989. Combines reasonable price and low risk with immense upside potential.
> Beat gold bullion by 139% from 12-02 to 12-05. Greater gains are likely.

$10 Indian MS64 Specifications
Minted: 1907 to 1933 (dates our choice)
Content: 0.48375 oz. pure gold
Size: 27 mm, reeded edge
Weight: 16.718 grams
Population: 20,168 (NGC and PCGS combined, 10/05)

* Past performance is no guarantee of future performance.

Special Pricing: $1,860 each

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$10 Indian, MS65

Description
Seasoned investors should seriously consider $10 Indians in gem uncirculated MS65. They're than four times rarer than the already-scarce MS64 specimens! Out of a total original mintage of more than 37 million, only 4,302 survivors are known in near-gem Mint State 65 condition (PCGS and NGC combined, 10/05). Yet they remain undervalued in today’s market.

$10 Indian coins in MS65 offer superior price-performance history in a rising gold market. From December 2002 to December 2005, gained in price by 107%, rising from $2,870 to $5,950 each. The gold price gained by 54%, rising from $349 to $536 per ounce. In other words, these coins performed better than gold bullion by 98% during this important period.

But because of their extraordinary scarcity, we now expect MS65 specimens to accelerate in price faster than MS64 specimens – and much, much faster than gold bullion -- as the gold market continues to gain.

In 1989, during the last rare coin market boom, they were valued at $15,750. They offer immense upside potential.*

Key Benefits
> Extreme scarcity -- only 4,302 coins. Such rarity ensures superior leverage to a rising gold price.
> Previous market high of $15,750 in 1989. Combines reasonable price and low risk with immense upside potential.
> Beat gold bullion by 98% from 12-02 to 12-05. Greater gains are likely.

$10 Indian MS65 Specifications
Minted: 1907 to 1933 (dates our choice)
Content: 0.48375 oz. pure gold
Size: 27 mm, reeded edge
Weight: 16.718 grams
Population: 4,302 (NGC and PCGS combined, 10/05)

* Past performance is no guarantee of future performance.

Special Pricing: $4,310 each

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Market Rocket #3 –- $20 Liberty, MS64 & MS65

As promising investment vehicles, common date Type 3 $20 Liberty gold coins in MS64 and MS65 are only slightly behind $10 Liberty and $10 Indian coins in the same grades. As is typical in the early stages of a bull market, these larger and less expensive coins have realized more gains so far than the more expensive $10 coins described above. But as this bull market progresses the scarcer denominations and grades should really take off.

Minted from 1877 to 1907, Type 3 $20 Liberty double eagles are quite scarce in the higher grades. For broad-based investment purposes we concentrate primarily on the 1904-P (Philadelphia) issue, as most other dates tend to be quite expensive and hard to find. In MS64 there are a handful of other dates available at similar prices; but in MS65 only the 1904-P, 1901-P, and 1903-P are reasonably priced.

Crucial building blocks of the expanding U.S. financial markets in the 19th and early 20th centuries, $20 Liberty double eagles are among the world’s most recognized and coveted gold pieces in the world. Due to their large size, severely limited numbers, and worldwide popularity, this series already enjoys a strong collector base. But because it’s popular coin among telemarketing coin dealers, prices for the $20 Liberty tend to be a bit higher relative to the $10 Liberty and the $10 Indian described above.

The $20 Liberty gold coins in MS64 and MS65 are many times scarcer than the $20 Saint-Gaudens issue that followed it. This fundamental scarcity is the primary reason we strongly prefer this coin over the more extremely poplar and perhaps more beautiful Saints.

Special offers in limited supply!
$20 Liberty, Type 3, MS64

Description
In MS64, common date Type 3 $20 Liberty coins combine true scarcity, constant popularity, large gold content, and moderate prices to create an excellent investment vehicle. From an original mintage exceeding 60 million, only 67,155 survivors are known in near-gem Mint State 64 condition (PCGS and NGC combined, 10/05). Yet they remain surprisingly affordable.

$20 Liberty coins in MS64 offer very strong price-performance history in a rising gold market. From December 2002 to December 2005, they gained in price by 80%, rising from $1,060 to $1,905 each. The gold price gained by 54%, rising from $349 to $536 per ounce. In other words, these coins performed better than gold bullion by 48% during this period, and greater gains are likely.

In 1989, during the last rare coin boom, they traded for $4,525.

Although we don't think they offer as great a potential for accelerated future gains as $10 gold coins in MS64 described above, we believe $20 Libs in MS64 are still a superb bargain in today’s market.

Key Benefits
> True scarcity -- only 67,155 coins. Low market availability ensures superior leverage to a rising gold price.
> Previous market high of $4,525 in 1989. Combines reasonable price and low risk with immense upside potential.
> Beat gold bullion by 48% from 12-02 to 12-05. More gains are likely.

$20 Liberty MS64 Specifications
Minted: 1877 to 1907 (dates our choice)
Content: 0.96750 oz. pure gold
Size: 34 mm, reeded edge
Weight: 33.436 grams
Population: 67,155 (NGC and PCGS combined, 10/05)

* Past performance is no guarantee of future performance.

Special Pricing: $2,690 each

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$20 Liberty, Type 3, MS65

Description
In gem uncirculated MS65 condition, Type 3 $20 Liberty coins become quite scarce and far more promising for investors; they are than six times rarer than MS64 specimens.

Out of a total original mintage of more than 60 million, only 9,096 survivors are known in MS65 condition (PCGS and NGC combined, 10/05). Because they are larger in size, these coins tend to have greater general demand than the $10 Liberty and $10 Indian coins described above.

From December 2002 to December 2005, they gained in price by 83%, rising from $3,150 to $5,770 each. The gold price gained by 54%, rising from $349 to $536 per ounce. In other words, these coins performed better than gold bullion by 54% during this period, and accelerated future gains are likely.

In 1989, during the last rare coin market boom, they were valued at $13,200. In our opinion, they offer huge upside potential with little risk at today’s prices.

Key Benefits
> Extreme scarcity -- only 9,096 coins. Such rarity ensures superior leverage to a rising gold price.
> Previous market high of $13,200 in 1989. Combines reasonable price and low risk with immense upside potential.
> Beat gold bullion by 54% from 12-02 to 12-05. Greater gains are likely.*

$20 Liberty MS65 Specifications
Minted: 1877 to 1907 (dates our choice)
Content: 0.96750 oz. pure gold
Size: 34 mm, reeded edge
Weight: 33.436 grams
Population: 9,096 (NGC and PCGS combined, 10/05)

* Past performance is no guarantee of future performance.

Special Pricing: $4,470 each

Call toll free today 1-800-613-9323