How to Hide Your Gold and Silver
For gold and silver bullion buyers, the question arises of where to take
delivery of and safeguard your precious metals.
Taking physical delivery of your gold or silver is often the most
rewarding part of the purchasing experience, as it gives you, the bullion
investor, a fuller understanding of the real value of tangible monetary
assets.
As one of the industry's leading bullion dealers, we at
GoldSilver.com pride ourselves on investing and buying bullion right
alongside our customers.
Like many of our bullion customers, we typically choose to take physcial
delivery first and then secondly store
additional purchases of gold and silver at one of the many segregated gold vault and silver storage
locations we offer.
Because we are such proponents of taking physical delivery first,
we have compiled a few creative storage solutions based on voluntary,
anonymous, customer feedback.
Before we can begin� we are obliged by our legal department to state the
following to you:
GoldSilver.com does not recommend or endorse any of
the listed storage solutions in this report.
The following are only examples of storage ideas aimed to spark
the creativity within our customers and expose the nearly limitless array of
options available.
Finally ( and we never thought we would have to say this
) common sense demands that sensible bullion investors refrain from
posting their stashes or storage locations on Facebook, YouTube, or any other
social media websites.
The safest bullion investment stashes are those which are well
diversified in location, disclosed to as few people as possible, and unknown
to one's circle of acquaintances or strangers.
As a bullion investor, whether you have purchased government-minted bullion coins or bullion bars, your metal�s
value is mostly dependent on its intrinsic value, not aesthetic
properties.
However, regardless of your choosen storage selection, certain precautions
should be taken to account for gold�s malleability and silver�s tendency to
tarnish.
Protective layers, cases, tubes, linings, etc., may help prevent
structural damage or oxidation and are always practical for keeping your
metals in good condition for if and when
you choose to sell them.
OK, now that we have the formalities out of the way� let us share with you
some creative options and ideas for hiding your gold and silver bullion.
Cold Gold : The Freezer
Regardless of whether you own or rent, the freezer is an indispensable
appliance found virtually in all homes, apartments, etc. The
accessibility and convenience of this option is excellent, as it does not
require any structural modification to your living space. Food items
such as turkey, chicken, ice cream containers, etc., can be carefully stuffed
with your valuables, effectively fireproofing them in the process. The
temperature itself will have preservative effects. Space is a limitation
here, but because freezers are rarely robbery targets, they can serve as a
discrete secondary storage option.
Valuable "Rocks"
Camouflaging your storage site into the local topography is a time-tested
solution. Rocks typically do not draw much attention and can fit into a
variety of landscapes. Artificial rocks with hollow storage cavities
can be purchased online through a simple internet search. Search
results will feature a wealth of shapes, sizes, and colors, ranging in
capacity to accommodate a few dozen to several hundred ounces. This
solution is essentially fireproof and can be extremely labor intensive in the
event of theft.
Silver Soil: Gardening Pots
The density and weight of larger gardening pots can make them ideal for
storing larger quantities of precious metals. Their bases can be
altered to feature a spacious non-visible compartment within. Larger
pots can weigh several hundred pounds and require skill to successfully
penetrate, reducing the probability of theft. The layer of soil acts as
a protective fireproof barrier. A larger base can work well for several
dozen coin tubes or even bars. Remember to always waterproof your
metals before storing.
Prized Pipes
Pipes are both abundant and distributed throughout most homes. A gas
or water pipe which is no longer in use is ideal. Caps can be added to
the ends of pipes to hold additional metals. Coins can easily be hidden
either within a non-functional pipe or within a pipe cap you may easily
purchase. Pipe storage also is a theft deterrent because of the unlikelihood
that a time-constrained intruder will have time to scan your entire plumbing
or gas pipelines system.
Golden Flames: The Fireplace
Incorporating your storage site into a living space is one of the best
solutions for concealing your stash. Rooms associated with leisure are often
the last location a culprit would search. This solution may require some
masonry work in creating a compartment within the base or along the walls of
the fireplace. The compartment can be customized to meet your storage
needs. Once finished, seal the compartment, and you now have a sturdy,
fireproof storage solution.
Precious Pets : Pet Beds or Cat Litter Boxes
Dog beds and cat litter boxes offer ideal spaces for concealment,
typically having embedded in them several layers which can provide ample
space for storage. The only limitation to this option are the depth and
width of the litter box or pet bed. Ensure the storage container is
reinforced for protection against your own pet and that the box or bed is
reassembled properly. The scent and appearance of the storage site will
limit the attention any burglar gives to the area.
Wooden Logs
Integrating your metals into the natural topography of local
landmarks is a time-proven concealment alternative. Those living in rural or
mountainous areas where stockpiles of firewood are the norm can find a
storage site within some of the larger logs in their stack. A large log
can be drilled to create a customized hollow in its interior.
Treasure Map
If using multiple sites, create a treasure map with clear
instructions for accessing your metals in the event of an emergency or if you
need to disclose your storage locations to a loved one.
Final Thoughts on How to Hide Your Gold Silver
Almost any storage solution can be customized to meet your unique security
and living configurations.
As with any investment choice, diversification of risk is an important
part of the process. Using multiple locations will not only mitigate
your risk but alos give you peace of mind. Do not limit yourself to
your own dwelling; there is a limitless array of options in the outdoors.
Your own creativity is the only limitation in finding the ideal storage
solution(s). Flexibility is critical, and most importantly, use
diversification of location to safeguard your metals against the most
probable and improbable scenarios.
This concludes our report on some potential ideas for hiding gold and
silver. We wish you safe and secure stashing of your gold and silver
treasures.
PS - We will leave you with a few potential, bonus brainstorming
ideas for storing gold and silver coins and bars.
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