Class 3 Vault: The Two-Hour Attack Standard That Protects Your Gold

A Class 3 vault must withstand more than two continuous hours of sustained attack by professional burglars using power tools and cutting torches. It is the highest commercial vault rating under UL Standard 608 — and a mandatory condition of NYMEX/COMEX licensure, not a marketing claim. Here is exactly what that standard requires, and what it means for the gold you store.

Most Gold Storage Isn’t Allocated. How to Check Yours.

Most gold storage isn’t allocated. Here’s how to verify yours is — and the three questions every gold owner should ask their storage provider.

23 Questions to Ask Before Choosing a Gold Storage Provider

Before trusting any vault with your gold, these are the 23 questions to ask — and the specific answers that separate institutional-grade custody from everything else.

How Much Does Gold Storage Cost? The $72-a-Year Answer

Professional vault storage costs $18 per quarter on a $10,000 gold position — $72 a year. That’s $47 more than the cheapest gold ETF. This article breaks down exactly what that difference buys in legal terms: property title, physical delivery rights, and bankruptcy protection your ETF share does not provide.

Bank Safety Deposit Box vs. Gold Vault Storage: Which is Safer? 

A bank safety deposit box feels secure — but for physical gold, appearances can be deceiving. From uninsured contents to restricted access, here’s why professional gold vault storage is built differently, and why the distinction matters more than most investors realize.