IRS-Approved Metals
Gold IRA Glossary
Precious metals that meet the requirements of IRC Section 408(m) for IRA ownership: gold at least .995 fine, silver at least .999, and platinum and palladium at least .9995, produced by a national government mint or an accredited refiner. The American Gold Eagle is allowed by a specific exception despite being .9167 fine, while popular coins like the South African Krugerrand do not qualify. Approved metals must also be held by the IRA custodian at an approved depository, not by the account owner.
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