From the South Pacific, however, comes a different type of bullion coin.

Between 1997-2012 silver bullion coins have also been produced under the name "Britannias".

Additionally, they make markets in most bullion coins from any other foreign country.

These are considered bullion coins, because their worth is related to the value of the metal they contain.

These bullion coins carry face values of $5, $10, $25, and $50.

"So we are talking about more than 300,000 ounces of platinum that will be used to make bullion coins," he said.

They are also produced in smaller quantities each year than other bullion coins of comparable value.

The bullion coin features a hologram, which is a first for the Mint.

Many people who buy bullion coins hope they become more expensive in the future so they can be sold.

Non-circulating bullion coins have been produced each year since 1986.