8 reasons to own gold

Gold is respected throughout the world for its value and rich history, which has been interwoven into cultures for thousands of years. Coins containing gold appeared around 800 B.C., and the first pure gold coins were struck during the rein of King Croesus of Lydia about 300 years later.

Throughout the centuries, people have continued to hold gold for various reasons. There are eight reasons to own gold today.

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