The offices of Baird & Co Ltd will close at 5pm Thursday 19th December (Hatton Garden 4.30pm) and reopen at 9am on Thursday 2nd January (Hatton Garden 9.30am).
Online trading via bairdmint.com will close at 6pm Monday 23rd December and reopen midday 26th December.
Orders placed and paid after 18th December will not ship until 2nd January earliest.
Unallocated metal
Flexible and cost-effective, unallocated metal remains under our custody until you choose to convert it to allocated metal or sell it back. It is a great option for those who want to invest in precious metals without the hassle of physical storage and insurance.
Compare the cost of unallocated and allocated metal to make an informed decision about your potential investment.
Gold
2,467.75
14 % cheaper than allocated metal
Silver
33.80
27 % cheaper than allocated metal
Platinum
869.99
10 % cheaper than allocated metal
Palladium
864.19
10 % cheaper than allocated metal
What is unallocated metal?
Unallocated metal refers to metal that is not assigned to a specific customer or account. It remains under the custody of Baird & Co. until the client decides to allocate it or take delivery.
Allocated metal vs unallocated metal?
Allocated metal is metal that is specifically assigned to a customer or account. The client owns the metal and is responsible for its storage and insurance. You can convert unallocated metal to allocated metal or sold it back to the market at any time.
Benefits of purchasing
unallocated metal
unallocated metal
Cost savings
Unallocated metal offers flexibility and cost savings. It can be purchased at a lower premium than allocated metal.
Secure storage
Unallocated metal remains under the custody of the mint. The mint is responsible for the safekeeping of the metal.
Sell back guarantee
You can convert unallocated metal to allocated metal or sell it back to the market at any time.
Frequently asked questions
Can I convert unallocated metal to allocated metal?
Yes, you can convert unallocated metal to allocated metal at any time. This allows for easy access to physical metal without the need for storage or insurance.
Is unallocated metal insured?
Unallocated metal is not insured, as it remains under the custody of the mint. However, the mint is responsible for the safekeeping of the metal.
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