Yes, you can feel safe buying from the Lithuanian Mint because we are a state-run company controlled by the Bank of Lithuania.
All shipments from the Lithuanian Mint in Lithuania are insured. You can choose delivery to a specified address or to a self-service parcel terminal of your choice.
You can remove the gold bar from the packaging, but the protective case and certificate will be damaged. On the market, gold with damaged packaging is bought-back at 10-30% less than gold in undamaged, original packaging.
Gold bars make a great gift because they are a solid and liquid asset that will only increase in value over time.
The difference between collectible coins and medals is that a collectible coin has a denomination (a monetary value) and a mintage strictly agreed with the issuing country. Medals, on the other hand, do not have a denomination or a strictly defined mintage and can be produced in different quantities.