As an investment product, gold, silver, platinum and palladium are available in coin or ingot form. Ingots are generally gold ingots or silver ingots of pure bullion cast in a convenient size and shape. Coins have a currency value or they are actually defined as ingots. Call a Monex Account Representative at 1-800-444-8317 to discuss in detail the benefits of coins and ingots in order to meet your specific product investment needs.
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