Catalog year: 2000
In 2000, the global metals market was experiencing a period of relative stability following the Asian financial crisis of 1997-1998.
Copper prices were relatively stable in 2000, hovering around $1,800-$2,000 per ton.
Aluminum prices were also stable, hovering around $1,500-$1,700 per ton.
The nickel market showed some volatility, with prices in the $8,000-$10,000 per ton range.
Popular coins included the American Gold Eagle, Canadian Maple Leaf, South African Krugerrand, and Austrian Vienna Philharmonic. The most popular were the American Silver Eagle, the Canadian Maple Leaf, and the Australian Lunar.
Gold prices were relatively low in 2000, around $280-$300 per ounce, making gold coins affordable for investors.
The leading bullion producers remained PAMP Suisse, Heraeus, Johnson Matthey, and Valcambi.
Low precious metal prices created long-term investment opportunities that yielded significant returns in the following decade, as gold and other precious metal prices rose significantly.
According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), world gold and silver production in 2000 was as follows:
World gold production in 2000 was approximately 2,590 tonnes (83.26 million ounces). This is comparable to previous years and showed relative stability in gold mining production.
World silver production in 2000 was approximately 18,790 tonnes (604.5 million ounces).
Copper prices were relatively stable in 2000, hovering around $1,800-$2,000 per ton.
Aluminum prices were also stable, hovering around $1,500-$1,700 per ton.
The nickel market showed some volatility, with prices in the $8,000-$10,000 per ton range.
Popular coins included the American Gold Eagle, Canadian Maple Leaf, South African Krugerrand, and Austrian Vienna Philharmonic. The most popular were the American Silver Eagle, the Canadian Maple Leaf, and the Australian Lunar.
Gold prices were relatively low in 2000, around $280-$300 per ounce, making gold coins affordable for investors.
The leading bullion producers remained PAMP Suisse, Heraeus, Johnson Matthey, and Valcambi.
Low precious metal prices created long-term investment opportunities that yielded significant returns in the following decade, as gold and other precious metal prices rose significantly.
According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), world gold and silver production in 2000 was as follows:
World gold production in 2000 was approximately 2,590 tonnes (83.26 million ounces). This is comparable to previous years and showed relative stability in gold mining production.
World silver production in 2000 was approximately 18,790 tonnes (604.5 million ounces).
| Metal | Average Closing Price | Year Open | Year Low | Year High | Year Close | Annual % Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silver (XAG) | $4.95 | $5.3 | $4.57 | $5.45 | $4.58 | -14.07% |
| Gold (XAU) | $279.29 | $282.05 | $263.8 | $316.6 | $272.65 | -6.26% |
| Palladium (XPD) | $692.55 | $451 | $437 | $985 | $965 | 113.97% |
| Platinum (XPT) | $544.42 | $443 | $414 | $622 | $619 | 39.73% |
* The table shows the average prices for the year based on stock exchange data for 1 ounce of metal.
Price guide:
| # | Name | Series | Images | Price € | Weight | Denomination | Year | Quality | Rating RR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 | Year of the Dragon | Australian Lunar Calendar I |
|
88 | 1 oz | 1 Dollar | 2000 | BU | 70 |
| 74 | The American Eagle | The American Eagle |
|
40 | 1 oz | 1 Dollar | 2000 | BU | 53 |