Updated Oct 13, 2026
Gold Coins vs Sweeps Coins
The difference in one line
Gold Coins are for fun. Sweeps Coins can be redeemed. Everything else follows from that.
| Gold Coins (GC) | Sweeps Coins (SC) | |
|---|---|---|
| How you get them | Bought in packages, plus free bonuses | Free: with GC purchases, daily bonuses, signup offers, mail-in requests |
| Can you redeem them? | No, never | Yes, after playthrough and the minimum redemption |
| What they are legally | Virtual currency for social play | Sweepstakes entries |
| Typical value | None outside the game | Usually 1 SC = $1 when redeemed |
Names vary by casino
Crown Coins calls its fun currency Crown Coins (CC); Stake.us calls Sweeps Coins “Stake Cash”; Spree uses Spree Coins; Fortune Wins uses Fortune Coins (FC), where 100 FC equals $1, per its rules. Our reviews spell out each casino’s terms.
Why Sweeps Coins are not cash yet
Free Sweeps Coins usually need to be played through once (1x) before they count as redeemable. Some casinos ask for more: Stake.us is 3x per Sweepsy, and Fortune Wins sets it per game. Then you need the minimum redemption and an ID check. See playthrough explained and how to redeem.
A common mistake
Switching to the wrong currency. Most casinos have a toggle between GC and SC play. Winnings in Gold Coin mode can never be redeemed, so check the toggle before you spin.
Questions people ask
Can you cash out Gold Coins?
No. Gold Coins have no cash value and can never be redeemed at any sweepstakes casino.
How much is 1 Sweeps Coin worth?
Usually $1 when redeemed. Some casinos use their own scale: Fortune Wins sets 100 FC to $1.
Can you buy Sweeps Coins?
No. Sweeps Coins are always free. They come as a bonus with Gold Coin purchases or through free methods such as daily bonuses and mail-in requests.
Play for fun, never to fix money problems
Set a spending limit before you buy coins. If it stops being fun, take a break. Free, confidential help is available 24/7.