Hi,
If you’ve ever shopped for silver or gold coins, you’ve probably heard the phrase Monster Box. But just what is a Monster Box, and how many coins can it contain? In short, a Monster Box is a jumbo store case that mints send their bullion coins off in and store large amounts of coin. For serious coin investors and stackers, it’s the cheapest and easiest way to purchase coins in large lots.
Let’s get into detail about what this Monster Box is, why this is important, and how various mints globally produce and package this.
What is a Monster Box?
A Monster Box is a sealed case that holds several tubes of coin bullion. The tubes are stacked together compactly, offering investors a convenient, safe method of mass coin storage. The plastic boxes are of hard-wearing construction and might be sealed with tape or straps to keep the case genuine and tamper-proof.
For investors, Money Boxes provide two significant advantages:
- Bulk discounts (lower premiums per coin).
- Simple to store and transport, as the coins are securely encapsulated.
How Many Coins Are There in a Monster Box?
The amount of coins that are contained within varies by mint and coin program. The below represents the most common of the Monster Boxes found here in North America and worldwide:
Royal Canadian Mint – Silver Maple Leaf
- 500 coins altogether
- Each carton contains 20 tubes of 25 pieces.
- Colour: Yellow.
Widely available to Canadians and worldwide, with the extra protection of Bullion DNA technology.
United States Mint – American Silver Eagle
- 500 coins altogether
- Each case contains 25 cases of 20 coin tubes.
- Colour: Vibrant green.
One of the best known silver coins globally, extremely liquidity within Northern America.
Austrian Mint – Silver Philharmonic Coin
- 500 coins altogether
- Each box contains 25 boxes of 20 coins.
- Colour: Maroon/Dark Red.
Common in Europe but freely found throughout North America.
Royal Mint UK – Silver Britannia Coin
- 500 pieces combined
- Each carton contains 20 strips of 25 coins.
- Colour: black.
Famously marked with security elements such as micro-text and radial lines.
Perth Mint – Silver Kangaroo Coin
- Total coins: 250
- Each case contains 10 cases of 25 coins.
- Color: Blue.
A bit smaller than other Monster Boxes, still with bulk savings ease of handling.
Why Investors Embrace Monster Boxes
Cost Efficiency: Purchase of 500 (or 250) coins in bulk saves heavily on premiums over buying individual coins.
Security & Authenticity: Market-accepted sealed boxes with mint condition seal. They can provide peace of mind.
Liquidity: Monster Box coins can be readily sold once you’re looking to sell due to good recognition.
Convenience: Convenient to stack, transport, and store using vaults or safes.
Final Thoughts
A Monster Box isn’t mass certification – it’s an efficient means of buying and storing silver coinage in large volumes. Whether you’re buying 500 of the Royal Canadian Mint’s Silver Maple Leafs or 250 of the Perth Mint’s Silver Kangaroos, value and protection come in their large size. At AU Bullion, we stock a large selection of Monster Boxes by the world’s premier mints, such as the Royal Canadian Mint, US Mint, and others. When you’re ready to grow your investment, a Monster Box might be just the right move.
