Precious metals like gold and silver are valued by preppers as a hedge against currency collapse or hyperinflation, since these metals have historically maintained value during economic crises. Unlike paper money or digital assets, physical precious metals cannot be easily devalued through government policy or banking system failures. At JM Bullion, we carry a wide range of silver and gold bullion ideally suited for preppers!
In general, gold and silver items that are smaller in weight and/or easily divisible are favored by preppers. In most cases, preppers often favor silver due to its lower cost per ounce compared to gold, making it more practical for smaller transactions in a potential barter economy. Its industrial applications in medicine and technology also contribute to its perceived long-term value, while its antibacterial properties provide additional utility for survival situations.
When it comes to silver, 1 oz or smaller items ar the most popular products for preppers. Given the higher cost of gold, smaller increments such as fractional-ounce coins or Gram-based bars are popular. In general, the smaller and more divisible an item, the better. Popular examples include:
The portability and divisibility of precious metals make them attractive to the prepper community as a store of wealth. A significant amount of value can be stored in a relatively small space, and metals can be divided into smaller units for trading. Many preppers recommend acquiring a mix of gold for wealth preservation and silver for practical transactions.
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