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Gold Foundations · Module 3: Gold Markets · Lesson 4

Physical Gold

Beginner 5 minLesson 14 of 29

Learning objectives

  • Compare coins and bars
  • List storage and insurance considerations

Bars and coins

Physical gold means owning bars or coins directly. Smaller items carry higher premiums per ounce. Owners must think about secure storage, insurance, authenticity, and the when selling back to a dealer.

Key takeaways

  • No counterparty, but storage and resale costs.
  • Premiums are higher for small items.

Knowledge check

A key cost of physical gold is…

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