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For thousands of years, gold and silver have been recognised as prize assets to own, and today is no exception. One of the most common questions we are asked by would-be investors is ‘why should I buy precious metals?’.

Wondering whether the price of your gold or silver varies with inflation? Read our expert guide to discover if the value of your investments will change.

Making this asset profitable can come through buying gold in the form of coins or bars. Here at Atkinsons Bullion, we have a guide, showing you how to buy not just gold and silver coins, but also gold and silver bars too.

With its origins tracing back to over 500 years ago, the gold Sovereign is steeped in British history, regarded as a symbol of quality and reliability respected by collectors and precious metal investors alike.

Gold is a valuable asset, but why does the price change, and how is it determined? Find out more in our expert guide.

What are the tax implications of investing in gold? And, more specifically, is gold exempt from inheritance tax in the UK?

A question we are often asked, particularly by those new to investing in gold and silver, is: what is the difference between Bullion coins and Proof coins? If you’ve seen and heard these terms being used but are unsure what they mean, read on and find out about the difference between these coins.

A question we get asked quite often by those new to gold and silver bullion investment is ‘Why is silver cheaper than gold?’. In this article, we’ll focus on some of the reasons why these precious metals differ in value.

The list of the world’s commodities is endless. So why, out of a huge range of options, do Gold and Silver have intrinsic value? What has gained gold and silver their ‘precious’ metals title?

Since the first coin was made almost 3,000 years ago, precious metal coins have held great value in our hearts and pockets. However, this can sadly make them the perfect target for counterfeiters. There is nothing more heart-breaking than knowing your iconic collectors piece holds little to no value, so we’ve pulled together some tips on how you can stay ahead of coin counterfeiters.