Facts about Gold

Why purchase Gold?

We thought we’d show you why Minted is one of the best gold dealers on the market.

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How long should I keep buying gold?

At Minted we believe gold is a great medium to long term asset that can help you boost your holdings for the future.

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Where does Minted gold come from?

All of our Gold is LBMA certified and comes with a Good Delivery guarantee.

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What are Bullion Bars?

Gold bars are called gold bullion bars or ingots. Gold bars range in weight from one gram to 400 ounces or 12 kilograms.

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What is the purity of the gold that minted buys?

Minted gold is 100% LMBA certified Good Delivery pure gold (24 karat, 999.9 purity)

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Your price for Gold is slightly above current market price. Why is this?

The global spot price for gold is based on 12.5 kilograms good delivery bars.

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Do your bars come with an assay certificate?

All of our gold bullion bars are 24 carat and therefore 99.99% pure gold.

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Does Minted buy preowned/scrap gold and silver?

Minted does not buy back delivered gold or any preowned gold and silver.

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Am I buying authentic precious metals with complete integrity?

Minted ensures the integrity, purity and quality of the metals bought.

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What happens if Gold prices drop?

There will always be variabilities in the prices of gold.

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Why use Minted and not buy gold exchange traded funds? (ETFs)

Exchange traded funds have become popular in recent years.

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Why not buy gold using securities or derivatives?

Securities and derivatives products can be complex and involve leverage.

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Are precious metals better than financial assets?

Precious metals such as gold can sometimes be superior to financial assets due to their lack of counterparties.

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Whats the difference between gold bar and coins?

Gold coins are generally held by enthusiasts and can deem a value on the basis of a collectable item.

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Is there a difference in buying gold coins vs gold bullions?

We recommend gold bullion

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