Bullion Basics

If you are looking to add gold, silver, or platinum to your investments or collection, it's a good idea to become familiar with the bullion basics. In this section, we have laid down the foundations of what bullion is and why it could be a valuable addition to your investment portfolio.

What is Bullion?

Bullion has long been revered as a tangible asset for both collectors and investors. Whether you're fascinated by its historical significance or se...

What are the benefits of purchasing bullion in bulk?

At Bullion.com our goal is to provide you with the best deals on precious metals in the market. From gold bullion to toilet paper, buying in bulk c...

What’s the difference between coins, rounds, and bars?

When considering an investment in precious metals, understanding the differences between coins, rounds, and bars the most important decision factor...

The 10 biggest mistakes when buying precious metals

By being aware of these common mistakes, conducting thorough research, and seeking advice from reputable sources, you can help minimize your risks ...

What type of bullion should I buy?

Speaking to many first-time bullion buyers, we know deciding which type of bullion to buy can be a little daunting. Is gold, silver, or platinum mo...

What do I need to know about collecting precious metals?

By taking a little time to learn about different types of precious metals, types of bullion, and investment considerations, as well as understandin...

What are the advantages of buying physical gold?

As investors and collectors ourselves, we find there's something about being able to hold your gold in your hands that just isn't comparable to oth...

What are the best gold coins to invest in?

As collectors ourselves, we found we were a little biased the decision process for purchasing your gold coins will largely come down to your person...

What are some of the advantages of buying fractional gold coins?

We have spoken with many collectors who regularly purchase silver, platinum, or other precious metals, and were interested in buying gold but were ...

When is the best time to buy gold?

It's worth mentioning that gold is a long-term investment, and short-term price fluctuations should not deter you from its potential benefits.

Why is the spot price increasing/decreasing?

The price of gold and other precious metals is represented by the spot price. This price regularly fluctuates, sometimes minute by minute, due to a...

What is a Gold Eagle?

In coin collecting, a Gold Eagle refers to a specific type of gold bullion coin that is minted by the United States government. The Gold Eagle hold...

The best way to store your precious metals

It's common to see scuffs, scratches, and corrosion on circulation coins, and as many experienced collectors can attest, it's not entirely uncommon...

How can you detect counterfeit coins?

Frustratingly, detecting counterfeit gold coins can be challenging, as counterfeiters continually refine their techniques to mimic genuine coins. T...

What is the difference between an ounce and a troy ounce?

The use of ounces as a unit of measurement for gold dates back centuries. Despite the adoption of the metric system around the world, the ounce con...

Is one country's mint more valuable than others?

With precious metals mints located across the globe, we are occasionally asked by new investors if they should buy domestically produced bullion or...

Why is some bullion labeled "BU"?

As you browse our product listings you may notice some of our bullion includes a "BU" notation. The term "BU" stands for "Brilliant Uncirculated." ...

What does .999+ mean for precious metals?

In the context of precious metals, the term ".999+" refers to the fineness or purity of the metal. It indicates that the metal is of extremely high...

Is investing in gold risky?

As with any investment, investing in gold and precious carries some risks. It's important to understand these risks so you can make informed decisi...

What does premium over spot mean?

The term "premium over spot" refers to the additional cost you pay when purchasing precious metals (such as gold, silver, or platinum) above their ...

Should I buy gold or silver?

Are you more of a gold stacker or a silver surfer? When it comes to making the decision between buying gold or silver (or a mix of the two) for an ...

How much should I invest?

While we would love to encourage you to invest freely from our collection, we unfortunately cannot provide any advisory recommendation for how much...

What does "market loss" mean?

"Market loss" refers to the decline in the value of these assets in the open market.

What is the difference between coin sizes (oz.)?

We know that bullion can come in many shapes and sizes, such as coins, rounds, and bars, but we have heard from new investors who were surprised th...

What is the Sheldon Scale?

For coin collectors who have just started their stacking, purchasing coins they find interesting or aesthetic is often their primary motivation, wi...

Insuring Your Bullion

We know many of our customers choose to store their gold and silver bullion in third-party deposits or vault facilities; these are often great stor...

Buying Precious Metals from Overseas

Our buyers often ask us if there is anything they should know about purchasing precious metals from overseas, so we've put together this brief guid...

What is Coin Grading?

If you're interested in collecting coins, understanding coin grading is a useful tool to help you make decisions regarding what to add to your coll...

Top Grading Services

Understanding coin grading is a helpful tool when coin collecting, but even being a skilled numismatist, the authenticity of your bullion must be a...

Taxes and Bullion

We understand that many investors and collectors want to maintain their privacy while making purchasing decisions related to buying precious metals.

How to Buy Silver At or Below Spot | Bullion.com

Buying silver below the spot is possible by combining smart tactics like bulk pricing, sales, and cashback rewards. This guide walks you through pr...