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What is the true cost of acquiring physical gold? 

Gold has pulled back again early this week, as the dollar and oil prices climbed when the U.S. seized an Iranian cargo vessel and Iran threatened to retaliate.

The news strengthened the dollar hiking it to a one-week high, pressuring gold prices, as the yellow metal became more expensive for holders of other currencies. It also renewed concerns about persistent inflation and speculation that the Federal Reserve would keep interest rates unchanged for some time. 

Gold rose by 64% last year alone. In 2026, gold continued to rally until the Iran war started in late February, and spent March in a backslide of 11%. Prices rallied nearly 2% last week on an apparent easing of tensions, but Sunday's escalation reversed the rebound. 

The unstable ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran is set to expire today, but this military conflict has been anything but predictable. 

That makes now the right time to take advantage of another drop in spot prices.

While gold is below all-time highs again for now, the rapidly accelerating climb in spot prices over the past few years have made it a challenge for investors to get in on the ground floor, especially those who are just beginning to accumulate gold and build a diverse portfolio.

Many feared that the rally that drove gold and silver sky-high starting at the end of last year would mean they would be priced out of the market.

But this correctional period is once more offering an opportunity to buy gold at lower spot prices.

While 1 oz. gold is typically the sweet spot for investors, fractional gold offers investors a few key benefits. Fractional gold is gold coins that are split into 1/10, 1/4, 1/2 oz. sizes, rather than the most typical 1 oz. size.

One of the main benefits of fractional gold is that it can be more accessible to buy in smaller increments than buying full ounces of gold. This makes it a great option for investors who are looking to diversify their portfolio or start investing in gold, but don’t have a lot of money to do so.

The divisibility of fractional gold also makes it easier to sell without selling whole ounces of gold. You may want to liquidate a small amount to meet a financial goal and fractional coins may be preferable for this. It’s also a way to give gold as a gift to loved ones without overdoing it.

Fractional gold does tend to carry a higher premium per coin than 1 oz. gold because it is more expensive to produce and generally in shorter supply than the popular 1 oz. coins, but if you're looking for divisibility or the ability to purchase gold in smaller increments, it can be a great way to start investing or strengthen the position in gold you already have.

To help you take advantage of the pullback in gold, we're offering fractional gold at a low premium! Today, we're able to offer denominations of the Gold American Eagle as low as 6% over spot! 

Here's what 1/10, 1/4, and 1/2 oz. Gold American Eagles offer your portfolio :

- More accessible entry point into physical gold ownership 
- Lower per-coin cost than larger denominations
- Greater flexibility when building or adjusting a precious metals position
- Easier diversification within a hard asset strategy
- Backed by the U.S. Mint for recognized quality and credibility
- Convenient sizing for investors seeking portability and control

This is truly a great deal and it won't last long. Give us a call at 1-800-831-0007 or email us to place your order today!

1/2 oz. Gold American Eagles – Just 6% Over Spot
 1/4 oz. Gold American Eagles – Just 11% Over Spot 
 1/10 oz. Gold American Eagles – Just 13% Over Spot 

Call 1-800-831-0007 today to lock in your choice of denomination Gold American Eagles as low as 6% over spot and take advantage of today’s pricing..

The Gold-Silver Ratio (GSR) had a tumultuous start to 2026.

For investors asking whether now is still a good time to buy silver... yes!

Silver continues to offer a rare combination of affordability, liquidity, and long-term strategic value, making it an important consideration for those looking to diversify with hard assets.

In an environment shaped by inflation concerns, market volatility, and persistent economic uncertainty, physical silver remains a practical way to help protect purchasing power and strengthen a broader precious metals strategy.

After an explosive rally in 2025, with year-end gains of 141%, silver spot prices pulled back sharply at the end of January, dropping overnight from a high around $115 to around $78. It has traded in a narrow range since then, touching as low as $68 in recent weeks.

Silver rallied 4.8% the first four days of last week before easing again on Friday. 

Silver sits today around $76 an oz., and analysts believe the next technical upside price objective is closing prices above resistance at $80. 

Don't let the pullback fool you, silver right now is still a brilliant market opportunity with room to run.

Why Silver is Still a Compelling Opportunity
One reason silver continues to attract attention is its accessibility. Compared with gold around $4,700-4,800 an oz., silver can provide a lower-cost entry point into physical precious metals ownership while still offering the benefits of a globally recognized hard asset.

For investors seeking tangible diversification beyond paper-based holdings, silver serves as both a store of value and a flexible portfolio component during periods of financial instability.

Silver also stands apart because of its dual role as both a precious metal and an industrial metal. That broader demand for silver beyond being a monetary metal means increased volatility, but silver's role as an important conductive component in technology, like AI data centers, means that the ongoing supply shortage and increasing demand are also set to boost silver prices higher in the coming years.

Whether the objective is wealth preservation, portfolio diversification, or inflation hedging, silver continues to deserve serious consideration.

Take Advantage of This Silver Offer Today
If you have been considering adding physical silver to your portfolio, this is an excellent opportunity to act.

Purchase backdated 1 oz. Silver Maples at $2.99 over spot while this offer remains available and position your portfolio with a trusted, globally recognized bullion product. 

1 oz. Silver Maple Leaf Coins – Just $2.99 Over Spot!

Call 1-800-831-0007 today to lock in 1 oz. Silver Maples at $2.99 over spot and take advantage of today’s pricing.

On Monday, gold rose incrementally after the U.S. financial markets were closed for the Good Friday holiday last week.

Despite spot prices falling 11% in March, gold is still up roughly 8% YTD.

Safe haven interest is building again as the volatile conflict between the U.S. and Iran continues to escalate. Gold is continuing to rebound from the lows. Meanwhile, the dip buyers have begun to emerge to take advantage of gold spot prices still under $5,000 an oz.

And you should too.

Corrections like this are a necessary part of a long-term bull market. 

While it looks like gold may face some resistance in the near-term as the U.S. dollar reacts to strong employment data, and some investors are now betting on an interest rate hike instead of the rate cut they were previously anticipating, it is important to zoom out and look at gold over the next few years. 

Today, gold is once again "cheap and hated", i.e. facing extreme negative sentiment, especially when compared to the sudden enthusiastic bullishness of mainstream attitudes just a few months prior.

Gold tends to reward investors who move before the crowd does. When sentiment is weak and prices are still attractive, opportunity can be greatest. If gold is entering a new uptrend, today’s levels may look cheap in hindsight.

Consider buying 1 oz. Gold Maples , one of the world’s most trusted gold bullion coins, and position your portfolio with tangible wealth today.

1 oz. Gold Maple Leaf Coins – Just $229 Over Spot

Call 1-800-831-0007 today to lock in 1 oz. Gold Maples at $229 over spot and take advantage of today’s pricing while sentiment remains low.

For many investors, buying precious metals is only part of the strategy. Knowing how to liquidate gold or silver intelligently is just as important.

Whether you are rebalancing a portfolio, raising funds for a major life event, or adjusting your long-term retirement strategy, selling precious metals should be approached with the same discipline used when acquiring them. A poorly timed or poorly structured sale can reduce proceeds, create avoidable tax complications, or expose you to unnecessary risk.

Here are several important factors to watch out for when liquidating precious metals.

Understand How Pricing Really Works
One of the most common mistakes investors make is assuming they will receive the current spot price when selling. In reality, the liquidation value of precious metals is influenced by several factors, including:

President Trump’s decision to extend the deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz was widely interpreted as a sign that conflict in the Middle East won't be ending anytime soon.

For investors, that matters.

When geopolitical tension drags on, markets begin to price in a familiar set of risks: rising energy costs, renewed inflation pressure, stubbornly high interest rates, and greater volatility across stocks and bonds.

In that kind of environment, precious metals tend to attract renewed attention and silver may be one of the most compelling opportunities available today.

Why This Middle East Conflict Matters for Silver
The Strait of Hormuz remains one of the world’s most important oil chokepoints. Any prolonged disruption, or even the credible threat of one, can ripple through the global economy. Higher shipping risk and energy costs can feed inflation at exactly the wrong time.

That creates a difficult backdrop for traditional investors:

• Inflation may remain elevated longer than expected
• Interest rates could stay higher for longer
• Equity markets may face pressure from uncertainty and slower growth
• Bond investors may continue to struggle if yields rise further

This is exactly the type of environment that tends to strengthen the case for tangible hard assets.

And silver's recent pullback is creating a prime opportunity to buy tangible assets at a lower spot price

Silver is down 25% this month after gaining 19% in February and advancing 11% in January. It rose 141% last year. 

Inflation, financial-system stress, and geopolitical instability are set to drive silver prices back up, so don't delay!

1 oz. Silver American Buffalo Rounds – Just $3.99 Over Spot

In a market shaped by geopolitical uncertainty, inflation risk, and pressure on interest rates, waiting for perfect clarity may mean paying higher prices later. For many investors, this is the time to act deliberately and start building or adding to a physical silver position.

Call 1-800-831-0007 today to lock in 1 oz. Silver Buffalo Rounds at $3.99 over spot and take a practical step toward protecting your portfolio with physical silver.

No one can predict exactly how long Middle East tensions will last, how inflation will respond, or when central banks may change course. But investors do not need certainty to recognize risk.

Silver remains one of the most practical hard assets to own in a world marked by geopolitical instability, inflation pressure, and financial uncertainty. For those who want portfolio diversification, divisibility, tangible value, and a lower-cost entry into precious metals, silver deserves serious attention now.

In today’s financial markets, nearly everything is digital. Investors can buy stocks, funds, and other assets in seconds, monitor portfolios in real time, and manage wealth from virtually anywhere.

Coin collecting can be a very profitable venture when done the right way, and numismatics make a great alternative asset for those looking to diversify their portfolio beyond bullion.

Investors like pre-1933 gold coins for their track record of outperforming generic gold bullion in times of uncertainty. This was especially true in choppy markets like 2009 and 2013.

What is the difference between bullion and a numismatic coin?

Unlike bullion, numismatic coins are not an investment in the typical sense. Although used as a store of wealth, their value is not always associated with the metal content spot price. In fact, numismatic coins are generally worth more than their bullion counterparts.

There are many ways to collect coins. The simplest way is to save coins found in circulation, and this is how many of the greatest collectors got their start.

However, coinage with gold or silver content is extremely unlikely to be found in circulation, and collectors interested in coins composed of precious metals are unlikely to find anything of significant value in circulation. Owning numismatic coins with precious metal content is a savvy way to turn coin collecting from a hobby to an investment strategy. 

Between standard bullion and numismatics, we also have what is referred to as Junk Gold or Junk Silver.

Junk Silver refers to pre-1965 dimes, quarters and half-dollars which still have a 90% silver content, which makes their worth higher than their face value. As an asset, they’re easily divisible, have widespread recognition, and boast great value for both investment and survival purposes. Today, a $100 face value bag of pre-1965 coins will net about 71.5 ounces of pure silver when melted.

Meanwhile, what we refer to as Junk Gold are circulated pre-1933 gold coins which are similar in age and type to numismatic coins, but they do not have as much potential for additional value above their melt price due to their common nature and visible wear and tear from circulation.

They’re a great way to own gold with a fascinating history attached at a lower cost.

These coins offer a compelling combination of gold ownership, affordability, and history.

Available now in LP (Low Premium) grade :

•  $20 Liberty Double Eagles 

   

• $10 Liberty Eagles 

Give us a call at 1-800-831-0007 or email us to place your order today!