| The mythological power of gold still holds sway, and never more so than when the economy turns to mud. But should we really place our faith in bullion? Would the gold standard really solve our woes? In Germany, gold is now available from vending machines in airports and railway stations - Gold to Go. Shoppers can buy a 1g wafer of gold or a larger 10g bar.
Seeking safety for their savings, individuals have purchased 150 tonnes of gold, mainly in the form of coins. Investors poured money into special funds - known as exchange traded funds (ETFs) - which pool investor monies to buy over 1,000 tons of gold...............................................Full Article: Source
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