Can I Choose Where I Want My Precious Metals To Be Stored?
Available Vault Locations
You can choose one or several of our secure vault facilities to store your precious metals. Furthermore, we offer insured custodial vaulting in locations both inside and outside the United States. Our primary vaults include:
- Toronto, Canada
- New York, New York
- London, England
- Miami, Florida
- Zurich, Switzerland
Storing Your Precious Metals
When you purchase gold or silver through your Clear Title Account, you can specify your preferred storage location during the order process. Afterward, we securely transfer your specific bullion bars or coins to the vault of your choice. Additionally, you will receive trade confirmations validating that your individual bars are stored in the vault. You can also verify your assets through the “Holdings” section of your online account.
Inventory Reconciliation and Audits
To ensure accuracy, we reconcile our Precious Metals System at the end of each business day. Moreover, Strategic Gold performs daily reconciliations of total inventory and provides regular reports to clients through the online portal. Our vault partners send inventory reports, including bar lists, which we verify against our system. Additionally, Bureau Veritas conducts independent audits of all precious metals in our vaults twice a year. Each audit results in a letter being issued to every client, and these are uploaded to your account and mailed to you at the end of each quarter.
Future Storage Locations
In the future, we may offer additional storage locations based on security and customer preferences. If you are interested in storing your metals at an alternative location, please contact one of our account executives. However, certain restrictions may apply, so feel free to inquire at (239) 692-9154.
- ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:
- Safely vaulting gold and silver internationally
- Strategic Gold’s Custody Agreements
What Is Allocated Storage?
Understanding Allocated Storage
All precious metals stored in Strategic Gold’s Clear Title Program are fully allocated. In other words, “Allocated” means that each specific bar or coin is held in the vault exclusively for the owner.
Benefits of Allocated Storage
Allocated storage ensures that you, the account holder, retain full legal title to the specific bars or coins you own. Neither Strategic Gold nor any third party has ownership over your metals; they are stored exclusively for you. Therefore, we call it the Clear Title Program—you always maintain full, clear ownership of your assets.
No Claims by Third Parties
Strategic Gold and the vault custodian cannot claim any rights to your precious metals. Consequently, your ownership remains fully protected at all times.
- ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:
- Your specific bullion is held as a bailment
- Your bullion is independently verified
How does Allocated Storage Benefit a Clear Title Accountholder?
Ownership and Security
Allocated storage provides the safest and most transparent way to hold Clear Title to your precious metals. You, as the direct owner, maintain full control over your assets. Strategic Gold, the vault custodian, or any other entity does not hold ownership.
Comparison: Allocated vs. Unallocated Storage
Allocated metals are not reflected on Strategic Gold’s balance sheet or the vault operator’s. Instead, these assets belong solely to you and are not considered financial liabilities. By contrast, unallocated metals are listed as company assets, with customer claims appearing as liabilities. In case of bankruptcy, creditors could claim unallocated assets, leaving customers without access to their metals.
Protection Against Bankruptcy
Because Strategic Gold exclusively offers allocated storage, your metals remain your property and never appear as assets or liabilities on our books. Even if Strategic Gold or our vault partners face financial difficulties, creditors cannot claim your metals. As a result, your assets remain secure.
- ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:
- Your specific bullion is held as a bailment
- Bailment protects your property rights
What Are The Key Benefits Of Strategic Gold’s Secure Storage?
Systemic Protection and Risk Mitigation
Strategic Gold’s Clear Title Program meets systemic insurance standards, providing protection against counterparty risk. Unlike ETFs and derivatives, our program ensures that you have real ownership of physical gold, securely stored in non-financial vaults near global bullion markets.
Key Advantages of Secure Storage
Our Clear Title Accounts combine the benefits of modern financial products—such as liquidity, transparency, and professional management—with the advantages of tangible goods—such as strong property rights, no reliance on financial institutions, and high liquidity.
- Your metals remain your exclusive property.
- Fully insured bullion in accredited vaults.
- Geographic diversification of your holdings.
- Strong legal protections in multiple jurisdictions.
- No leverage, derivatives, or financial risks.
- No reliance on capital markets or intermediaries.
- Multiple exit strategies: cash, bullion, or other currencies.
- ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:
- Additional risk management for your protection
Are My Precious Metals Insured?
Insurance Coverage
Your precious metals are fully insured at their market value at all times. The insurance cost is included in your administration fee. Moreover, Strategic Gold ensures that the insurance coverage maintained by each vault operator equals the total value of the precious metals they store for Clear Title accountholders.
How Do I Know That My Precious Metals Are Really In The Vault?
Verification and Reconciliation
We have implemented several checks and balances to ensure that your precious metals remain secure. Strategic Gold works closely with partner vault operators to maintain a reliable and secure Precious Metals System. Furthermore, we regularly reconcile precious metals holdings, collaborating with both our vaulting partners and independent auditors.
Audit Process
Our vault partners send daily inventory reports that include detailed bar lists, which we verify with client records. Additionally, Bureau Veritas conducts semi-annual physical audits of all client holdings, ensuring a one-to-one match between metals in the vault and records in our system. Every client receives an individual account audit report after each audit.
- ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:
- Information on our Independent Bullion Auditor
Can I Visit The Vault In Order To Personally Inspect My Gold And Silver?
Personal Inspections
Yes, Clear Title accountholders can personally inspect their bullion assets at the vault where they are stored. We are happy to help you arrange a visit. Simply contact us at (239) 692-9154 or email accounts@strategicgold.com to set up an appointment.
- ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:
- Visiting the Vault
Can I Move or Exchange Metals Between Vaults?
Moving Your Metals
Yes, with your Clear Title Account, you have full control over your assets. You can easily transfer metals between vaults. Since you own specific bullion bars or coins, there are two options for transferring your assets.
- 1. We can arrange the secure transport of your bullion from one vault to another. While Strategic Gold does not charge a fee for this service, you will be responsible for paying the transport company’s invoice.
- 2. You can sell your metals at one vault location and repurchase the same amount at a different location. This option avoids transport costs and ensures quick movement of your assets.
Vault Information
To learn more about our vault operators and how they securely store metals on your behalf, visit our Global Custody page.
- ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:
- Your right to move your metals between vaults
Can I Collect My Gold and Silver From The Vault Facility?
Collecting Your Metals
Yes, you can collect your gold and silver bars directly from the vault where they are stored. We will gladly arrange an appointment for you to pick up your metals during regular office hours.
Delivery Options
If you prefer, we can also organize secure delivery of your metals to any location worldwide. Additionally, we use security transport services to ensure safe delivery.
What Happens When I Want To Take Delivery Of My Gold Or Pick It Up From The Vault?
Requesting Delivery or Pickup
We will help arrange for you to collect your bullion from the vault or have it delivered to your preferred location. To start the process, simply send us your written instructions outlining your delivery preferences. Once we verify your instructions, we will coordinate with the vault for the transfer or release of your metals.
Customs and Shipping Details
The vault operator or secure transport company will handle any required customs forms. However, you are responsible for customs duties, taxes, or fees based on the laws of the applicable jurisdiction. Strategic Gold will provide the shipping cost details before the transfer, and payment is required prior to proceeding.
Contact Us
To arrange delivery or collection, contact an account representative by email at accounts@strategicgold.com or call 239 692-9154.
- ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:
- Procedures for withdrawal of your bullion
What Customs Duties Or Taxes Apply For Delivery Or Collection?
Understanding Duties and Taxes
Customs duties and taxes vary depending on the jurisdiction. We will help you understand all relevant fees associated with your delivery or collection request. You will be responsible for any applicable customs duties, VAT, or other taxes.
Contact for Information
To learn more about the specific fees for your situation, contact an account representative by email at accounts@strategicgold.com or call 239 692-9154.