Investing In
Precious Metals

What does silver and gold hold that keeps investors coming back?

As both sought-after consumer goods and reliable investments, gold and silver present a uniquely versatile investment opportunity. Their scarcity, intrinsic value, and historical resilience have made them a trusted store of wealth across the globe for millennia.

At their core, precious metals are an alternative store of wealth to riskier options, and have been proven time and time again to be a safe choice for investors.

There are many different sizes and types when it comes to bullion. 

Gold, being of higher value, has many more sizes than silver, such as fractional coins and smaller minted bars which are usually in grams. Silver will most commonly start at 1oz and increase in size from there, usually 10oz and 1kg, although other sizes do exist.

Alongside the type of metal, bullion will generally fall into one of three categories; cast bars, minted bars, or coins.

Which precious metal is best for your portfolio?

When you’re thinking about adding gold or silver bullion to your investment portfolio, it’s key to understand how each metal fits your financial goals and how much risk you’re willing to take on. Both metals have their strengths, but they serve different purposes depending on your strategy.

Gold is typically seen as a “safe haven” asset. It’s known for its stability and ability to hold its value, especially in times of economic uncertainty.

On the other hand, silver has its own advantages as an asset. The value is not just as a long-term hedge against the market, but also as an indispensable material in a wide range of industries, such as medical technology, electronics, and renewable energy.

While gold and silver share physical similarities, they have distinct financial characteristics. The decision to invest in one over the other comes down to what you’re looking for.

Unlike more traditional investments, such as stocks or shares, bullion has tangible value that needs to be protected.

It’s more than numbers on a screen and, while it can be nice to hold, its function as a safe haven means securing it for the long run.

Initially, you may not need storage, as long as you are confident that your investment is secure. Even in this case it is wise to explore your options, measuring the risks of keeping your assets at home.

Deciding which storage solution to go for largely boils down to what your investment goals are. You may opt for the highest level of protection from the beginning, or grow your storage as your investment journey progresses.

Our secure storage partner, Imperial Vaults, has a range of tailored storage options.

Here are a few answers to some common questions we receive.