Entry size
1 gram gold bars
Small physical units with a relatively low dollar entry point and typically higher percentage premiums.
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How to Start Buying Physical Gold
Compare small gold bars, fractional coins, one-ounce bars and sovereign coins with a clear beginner workflow.
Gold is compact and globally recognized, but even a small piece can represent a meaningful purchase. Smaller units improve accessibility and divisibility while usually increasing the percentage premium.
Middle ground
5 gram and 10 gram gold bars
More metal per piece with a trade-off between premium efficiency and divisibility.
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Sovereign coins
Fractional gold coins
Government-minted 1/10 oz and 1/4 oz coins with strong recognition and often higher premiums.
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One-ounce gold bars and coins
The central comparison between compact bar efficiency and sovereign-coin recognizability.
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Decision guide
Gold bars versus coins
Compare premium, recognition, divisibility, storage and resale.
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Risk and role
Physical gold and diversification
A balanced look at possible diversification benefits and the real risks of price declines.
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Use several catalogs before deciding.
Inventory and premiums change. Compare delivered cost, not only the first number displayed.
Dealer option
Silver Gold Bull
A broad catalog with bars, sovereign coins, fractional products and multiple payment options.
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Bullion.com
A product-first catalog with gram gold, fractional gold, rounds and common silver bar sizes.
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Kitco
Useful for market-aware shoppers and larger orders. Kitco currently posts a $5,000 minimum for physical bullion orders.
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Money Metals Exchange
A broad retail catalog plus storage, recurring accumulation and sell-to-us services.
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