There are two main ways to invest in precious metals short of actually owning a mine. You can trade in them on your own by buying bullion coins and bars, or you can purchase "paper" gold in the form of futures contracts or an ETF. In these uncertain times, owning physical bullion makes a lot of sense. Investors can avoid the counter party risk associated with paper gold.

Gold is a "safe haven" asset. People turn to gold when the equity markets become volatile or when even larger trouble is brewing - such as the 2008 financial crisis. They seek protection from the perpetual devaluation of the US dollar and from the fragile, interconnected financial system. They want to avoid risk.



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