The Dual Currency System: Gold Coins & Sweeps Coins
Sweepstakes casinos operate using two virtual currencies:
- Gold Coins (GC): These are for pure entertainment. You can buy them, and they let you play games for fun. Gold Coins have no monetary value and cannot be redeemed for prizes.
- Sweeps Coins (SC): These are the special currency that gives you a chance to win real prizes. You cannot buy Sweeps Coins directly. They are always given away for free as part of promotions, bonuses, or as an extra with Gold Coin purchases.
Winning & Redeeming Prizes
When you play games with Sweeps Coins, any winnings you accumulate are also in Sweeps Coins. Once you have a sufficient amount of Sweeps Coins (typically a minimum redemption threshold), you can redeem them for real cash prizes or gift cards, sent directly to your preferred payment method.