Your Complete Guide to Precious Metals Investment
Discover the fundamentals of investing in gold and silver, from tax implications to choosing the right products for your portfolio.
UK tax essentials
- UK legal tender coins (Britannias, Sovereigns) are CGT-free
- Investment gold bars and coins are VAT-exempt
- Silver products incur 20% VAT
- Keep detailed records for tax purposes
- Consider annual CGT allowance for other metals
Bars vs Coins + sizing tips
- Bars: Lower premiums, better for large investments
- Coins: Higher liquidity, easier to sell portions
- Start with 1oz coins for flexibility
- Consider 10oz or 100g bars for cost efficiency
- Avoid very small sizes due to high premiums
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Coins offer better liquidity and are easier to sell in portions, making them ideal for beginners. Bars have lower premiums and are more cost-effective for larger investments. Consider starting with coins and adding bars as your portfolio grows.
Investment gold (bars and coins) is VAT-exempt in the UK. However, silver products are subject to 20% VAT. This makes gold more attractive for larger investments, while silver can still be worthwhile for diversification despite the VAT cost.
Generally yes, larger bars have lower premiums per ounce. However, they're less liquid and harder to sell partially. The sweet spot is often 10oz bars or 100g bars, which balance cost efficiency with practical liquidity needs.
Precious metals prices change constantly during trading hours, following global markets. We update our prices multiple times daily to reflect current spot prices plus our premiums. Prices can be volatile, so timing your purchases strategically can be beneficial.