Sweeps Coins and Gold Coins Explained

Gold Coins are for fun play and have no cash value. Sweeps Coins are the prize coin, and at Mega Bonanza and McLuck each one redeems for $1.00. You can get both coins free, and neither site’s rules offer a way to buy Sweeps Coins directly.

No purchase is necessary at either site, and both accept mail-in AMOE requests for free Sweeps Coins. Both set the minimum age at 21.

Sweeps Coins vs Gold Coins at a Glance

The key difference is that only Sweeps Coins can be redeemed for prizes. The table compares the two coins under the published rules of Mega Bonanza and McLuck.

Feature	Gold Coins (GC)	Sweeps Coins (SC)
Main use	Fun play	Play for prizes
Can you buy them	Yes, in Gold Coin packages	No direct purchase listed; they come free or as a bonus with packages
Free ways to get them	Logins, promotions and contests	Sign-up offer, promotions, draws and mail-in requests
Prize value	None	$1.00 per SC when redeemed
Playthrough before redemption	Not redeemable	Once
Expiry	Free GC expire after 60 days with no account activity	After 60 days in a row with no SC play

McLuck’s blog says that at many social casinos, you can switch between the two coins at the click of a button. Both sites show each game’s prize rates inside the game.

Gold Coins Are for Fun Play Only

Gold Coins let you play casino-style games for fun. McLuck’s blog says they “hold no monetary value and cannot be exchanged for cash or real prizes.”

You get Gold Coins free through logins, promotions and contests, or you can buy them. McLuck’s Terms say Gold Coins “may be provided for free or purchased.”

A large Gold Coin balance is still worth nothing in prizes. It only gives you more time to play for fun.

Sweeps Coins Are the Prize Coin

Sweeps Coins, also called Sweepstakes Coins, are the coin you play with for a chance at prizes. Sweeps Coins you win through play can be redeemed once they meet the site’s rules.

McLuck’s slots page says Sweeps Coins “cannot be purchased.” You get them free from daily rewards and promotions, or as a bonus with Gold Coin purchases.

Mega Bonanza’s rule 3.2.8 says buying Gold Coins may come with Sweeps Coins as a bonus. Its rules list no way to buy Sweeps Coins directly.

One Sweeps Coin Is Worth $1.00 at Mega Bonanza and McLuck

Both sites value each redeemed Sweeps Coin at $1.00 for cash prizes and gift cards. The minimum you need differs by site and by prize type.

Sweeps Coins	Prize value	What it unlocks
10 SC	$10	Gift card minimum at Mega Bonanza and McLuck
50 SC	$50	Cash prize minimum at Mega Bonanza
75 SC	$75	Cash prize minimum at McLuck

Only Sweeps Coins that have been played through once count toward these minimums. Each site checks your identity before it pays, and either may charge a processing fee.

Gold Coins Cost Money but Have No Prize Value

Gold Coins have a price but no prize value. Mega Bonanza’s help center lists packages from $1.99 to $299.99, and McLuck’s lists $1.99 to $99.99.

Any Sweeps Coins that come with a package are the only part with prize value. The Gold Coins themselves can never be turned back into money.

Neither site’s rules list a way to swap Gold Coins for Sweeps Coins. Buy Gold Coins only if you want more fun play.

How to Get Sweeps Coins Free

You never have to buy anything to get Sweeps Coins. Each site lists its free routes in its sweepstakes rules.

• Sign-up offer: up to 3.55 free SC over your first three days of logins at both sites.
• Daily logins: up to 2.50 free SC a day at McLuck.
• Weekly draws: at least 100 winners every week at both sites.
• Mail-in AMOE: 4 SC for each valid handwritten request at both sites.

Mail-in requests follow strict steps, and a small mistake can void one. Our Mega Bonanza review covers its mail-in steps.

Sweeps Coins Must Be Played Once Before Redemption

Playthrough is the number of times SC must be played before redemption. At Mega Bonanza and McLuck, it is one time.

If you get 10 free SC, you must play 10 SC in games before they count. Any SC you win add to your balance, and SC you lose come out of it.

Both Coins Can Expire

Unused coins do not last forever. At both sites, Sweeps Coins expire after 60 days in a row with no SC play.

Both sites’ help centers say free Gold Coins expire after 60 days with no account activity. To keep your Sweeps Coins, play with them at least once every 60 days.

Some Sites Rename the Coins

Some sweepstakes sites use their own names for the two coins. Values and rules can change too, so read each site’s rules.

Site	Fun-play coin	Prize coin	Free mail-in request
Mega Bonanza, McLuck	Gold Coins	Sweepstakes Coins	4 SC
NoLimitCoins	Gold Coins	Super Coins	1 Super Coin or 5 Free Plays
FunzCity	Fun Coins	City Coins	1 City Coin or 5 Free Plays

No purchase is necessary at NoLimitCoins or FunzCity. FunzCity does not publish a dollar value for a City Coin. Our FunzCity review and NoLimitCoins review cover their rules in detail.

Where to Use Sweeps Coins

You can use Sweeps Coins only at a site that is open in your state. Each site lists the states it excludes in its Terms. Read our guide to whether sweepstakes casinos are legal before you start.

To compare sites, start with the Clovr sweepstakes casinos hub. No purchase is necessary at Mega Bonanza or McLuck, and both accept free mail-in AMOE requests. Verify current laws in your jurisdiction before playing.

Sweeps Coins and Gold Coins FAQ

Frequently asked questions

• Is Sweeps Coins real money?

  Not directly. Sweeps Coins are a virtual prize currency that redeems at one coin to one dollar. They convert to real money only through a redemption request.

• How much are 50 Sweeps Coins worth?

  Fifty Sweeps Coins are worth fifty US dollars. That balance clears the cash redemption minimum at Fortune Wheelz. It falls short of the 75 coin minimum at Mega Bonanza, McLuck and Hello Millions.

• Can you cash out Sweeps Coins?

  Yes. Sweeps Coins can be cashed out once they clear playthrough and the operator minimum. Identity verification must also clear before a first payout. Gift cards usually redeem at a lower threshold than cash.

• Can I buy Sweeps Coins directly?

  No. Sweeps Coins are never sold on their own at any sweepstakes casino. They arrive free, or bundled as a bonus alongside a Gold Coin package.

• Do Gold Coins have any cash value?

  No. Gold Coins have no cash value at any sweepstakes casino. They cannot be redeemed, transferred or converted. A Gold Coin balance measures playing time only.

• What happens to my coins if my state closes the model?

  Operators leaving a state set a redemption deadline before closing accounts. Sweeps Coins left unredeemed after that date are forfeited. Gold Coins are lost either way, since they never held cash value.

Related Reading

These Clovr pages help you collect free Sweeps Coins and compare sites.

• The Clovr free SC coins guide lists ways to collect Sweeps Coins without a purchase.
• Our no-purchase bonus guide compares sign-up offers that need no purchase.
• The Mega Bonanza review covers its 10 SC gift card minimum and mail-in rules.
• The McLuck review explains its daily login rewards and redemption rules.

Clovr may earn a commission when you sign up through affiliate links on this page. This never affects our reviews, which stay independent and unbiased.

Sweepstakes play should stay fun. If you or someone you know needs support, visit the National Council on Problem Gambling at ncpgambling.org or call 1-800-GAMBLER.

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