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Originally Posted by Paul T

I just buy GLD, but obviously that doesn't work if you want to physically hold it. Easy though...I've had some for years.

EDIT: to clarify, stock symbol GLD

Right, if you want to invest in gold or silver, then one of the ETFs or something like that seems like the way to go, but then if the theory is that you're investing in gold for the apocalypse, then you probably need it physically on hand so you can barter for bullets and eggs with the neighbors.