Did you know that through the United States Gold Bureau you can purchase silver, gold and other precious metals? They help you with that and then will have your purchase delivered to you or a place of safe storage like a bank or depository. I have not thought about it in great depth, but think that at some point it would be great to invest in this way. I'd love to buy gold coins or silver. Especially with the world demand for silver exceeding annual production. They say that now is definitely the time to buy. I'm not sure what I will do, but sooner than later I would love to look into it further. When I do, I will definitely be checking back with the United State Gold Bureau.