See the total cost of owning metals—premiums, custody, FX and insurance—plus the security trade-offs between home safes, bank boxes and professional vaults. Practical checklists, calculators and jurisdiction notes to keep risk and drag low.
Tubes, Boxes & Vaults (Cost per Kilo) Silver is a storage problem disguised as a bargain. Ounce-for-ounce, it’s cheaper than gold—great for stacking—yet that same affordability means you’ll accumulate mass and volume fast. A hundred ounces of gold fits in your palm; the same value in silver becomes boxes. This guide gives you a practical, […]
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Risks, Costs & Checklists The most important decision after buying precious metals is where you’ll keep them. For most investors, the smart answer isn’t “home or vault”—it’s a calibrated mix. This guide gives you the full picture: risks, costs, access, insurance, and checklists you can implement today. Introduction: The fundamental custody decision Gold and silver
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Legal Requirements by Country Disclaimer: This guide is educational and not legal advice. Regulations change, and interpretations vary by officer and port. Always verify with official sources before you travel and keep documentation on hand. Why crossing borders with precious metals requires preparation If you’ve ever breezed through customs with a backpack and a smile,
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A no-hype, criteria-first guide for European investors comparing local dealers, online shops, vaulted platforms, banks/bullion services, and UCITS ETFs/ETCs—with costs, jurisdictions, KYC/AML basics, and a step-by-step purchase checklist. Spot vs Premium: What You Actually Pay “Spot” is the live wholesale price for unfabricated gold in global OTC markets. Retail buyers almost never transact at pure
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