How to Invest in Precious Metals as a Beginner

How to Invest in Precious Metals as a Beginner Precious metals, gold and silver primarily, have been used as stores of value for thousands of years. For investors today, physical precious metals offer something most financial assets cannot: a tangible asset you hold directly, with no counterparty risk. What to Buy First For silver beginners: silver rounds — privately minted .999 fine silver coins, typically one troy ounce, priced close to the spot price of silver plus a modest dealer premium. For gold beginners: fractional gold or 1/4 grain gold gift bars. After the basics: certified numismatic coins from PCGS, NGC, or CAC. Understanding Spot Price and Premiums Spot price is the current market price for one troy ounce of gold or silver. Premium is what a dealer adds to the spot price to cover acquisition, storage, handling, and profit. Where to Buy Precious Metals Commonwealth Coins and Collectibles carries silver rounds, 1/4 grain gold gift bars, and certified numismatic coins graded by PCGS, NGC, and CAC. Browse at www.ccandc.gold. Located in Alexandria, Virginia, shipping nationally and internationally.