Quick answer
Choose Pieces of Eight coins for pirate-themed games that need many small tokens; choose Dwarven Gold fantasy coins for games where weight and detailed relief make a statement.
Size and weight matter for gameplay feel
The biggest difference between these two coin sets is their physical presence on the table. Pieces of Eight coins are 20mm in diameter and 3mm thick — about the size of a US nickel. They're light and stack easily, which works well when you need a handful of coins without cluttering your play area.
Dwarven Gold coins are 30mm wide and 2.5mm thick, but they're made from zinc and nickel with a hand-buffed gold finish. That metal construction gives them a satisfying heft that feels substantial when you pick them up. The high-relief 3D detailing also makes them stand out visually.
Themed vs generic fantasy: which fits your game?
Pieces of Eight coins are part of a specific pirate theme, and they're explicitly compatible with games like Jamaica, Merchants and Marauders, and Pirate's Cove. If your group plays those titles regularly, these coins add instant immersion without any mismatch.
Dwarven Gold coins are officially licensed Fantasy Coins LLC products with a Dwarven fantasy theme. They don't target a specific game system, so they work as generic treasure tokens in any fantasy RPG or board game where gold coins appear. That flexibility is useful if you play multiple different games.
Quantity and price per coin
The Pieces of Eight set includes 15 coins for $5.26 (catalog comparison price $8.49), which works out to about $0.35 per coin. The Dwarven Gold set gives you 10 coins for $6.29 (catalog comparison price $10.49), or roughly $0.63 per coin.
If you need a large number of tokens for a game with lots of currency exchanges, the Pieces of Eight coins are more economical. For games where each coin is a rare artifact or special treasure, the higher per-coin cost of Dwarven Gold may feel justified by the heavier build.
Trade-offs at a glance
- Size and weight: Pieces of Eight (20mm, 3mm thick) are small and light; Dwarven Gold (30mm, 2.5mm) are larger and heavier due to zinc-nickel construction.
- Theme specificity: Pieces of Eight are pirate-themed and compatible with specific games; Dwarven Gold are generic fantasy tokens that fit any setting.
- Quantity and cost per coin: Pieces of Eight: 15 coins for $5.26 (
$0.35/coin). Dwarven Gold: 10 coins for $6.29 ($0.63/coin). If you need many coins, Pieces of Eight stretch your budget further. - Visual and tactile appeal: Dwarven Gold have high-relief 3D detailing and a hand-buffed gold finish; Pieces of Eight are simpler but stack easily.
Product facts
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Pieces of Eight Themed Gaming Coins - Small 20mm (15-Pack): Includes 15 one-quarter (20mm) coins from the Pieces of Eight theme set. Coins are approximately 3mm thick. The small size and low weight let you carry many coins without adding bulk, ideal for currency-heavy games.
Pieces of Eight Themed Gaming Coins - Small 20mm (15-Pack)
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Fantasy Coins - Dwarven Gold: Set of ten Dwarven-themed, officially licensed metal coins by Fantasy Coins LLC. These heavy-weight, finely-minted coins are crafted from zinc and nickel with high-relief 3D detailing and a hand-buffed gold finish. Dimensions: 30mm x 2.5mm. The larger diameter and metal construction give each coin a premium feel that enhances tactile enjoyment during play.
Fantasy Coins - Dwarven Gold
Which should you choose?
Best for
- Pieces of Eight: players who need many small coins for pirate-themed games like Jamaica or Merchants and Marauders, and want to save per-coin cost.
- Dwarven Gold: players who want a premium tactile experience with heavy, detailed coins for fantasy RPGs or as special treasure tokens.
Not for
- Pieces of Eight: players who need a single, weighty coin to represent a major treasure or artifact.
- Dwarven Gold: players who need a large quantity of coins for games with frequent currency exchanges.
