As we come across questions beginners typically ask about gold, gold coins and buying gold, we write up some short answers and add them here.
When did the US go off the Gold Standard?
Which is the best home safe for storing your gold coins?
How do I calculate the spot gold price per gram?
Around the world, where is gold found?
What is the selling price of gold coins?
What is the difference between allocated and unallocated gold storage?
Should you store your gold in a fireproof file box or chest?
Which one factor most influences the price of gold?
Is your gold safe in a bank safety deposit box? Not always.
Can you own gold without actually taking delivery of the physical gold coins or bars?
What is the “spot gold price”, and what does it mean?
Should I store my gold coins or bars in a safe at home?
Why isn’t the gold market price the same as the purchase price for gold coins and bars?
What about buying gold bars? Is that as good as buying gold coins?
What is scrap gold, and how does it impact gold prices?
Which country holds the highest gold reserves
What does it mean when people buy gold for “survival purposes”?