Let’s talk honestly for a moment on a subject close to my heart. 

I have been urging my clients, family and friends for years to take a good hard look at investing in precious metals…which can provide peace of mind during uncertain times.  Is it right for you?  Maybe something in this article will peak your curiosity and interest and you’ll be compelled to learn more and consult with your own trusted financial advisors.  

If you’ve been watching the markets, or even just the price of everyday life, you’ve probably felt it. A little unease. A little tightening. And yes…maybe some sticker shock as prices continue to climb.

That reaction is completely normal.

Historically, moments like this are also when people start asking better questions. Not what’s trending, but what real wealth actually is.

When Systems Feel Unsteady, People Return to the Tangible

Long before modern markets, banks, or paper currencies existed, humans trusted metals. Gold. Silver. Platinum. Not because they were fashionable, but because they were real.

Metals can’t be printed. They can’t be inflated away overnight. And they don’t disappear when confidence in a system wavers.

When uncertainty creeps in, people naturally gravitate toward what’s tangible, what holds intrinsic value and what endures over time. That’s why precious metals consistently re-enter the conversation during periods of economic stress. Not as panic, but as recalibration.

Yes, Prices Are Rising. That’s the Point.

I hear this often:

“Gold feels expensive right now.”
“I should have bought sooner.”
“Isn’t it risky to buy at these prices?”

Here’s a perspective I keep hearing from economists, wealth strategists, and precious-metal experts I follow closely: Rising prices don’t mean metals are failing. They often mean currencies are.

Gold and silver themselves don’t suddenly change. What shifts is the measuring stick being used to value them.

When the cost of metals rises, it’s frequently reflecting a loss of purchasing power elsewhere. This is why long-term wealth builders don’t approach metals as a quick win. They see them as a store of value, not a speculative play.

Precious Metals: Flexible, Transferable, Timeless

One of the most overlooked qualities of precious metals is liquidity.

Gold and silver are globally recognized. They can be sold, converted, traded, or passed down. They move easily across borders and generations. That’s why many people refer to them as liquid metals, solid in form, yet remarkably adaptable.

This doesn’t mean everyone should rush out and buy everything tomorrow. It means metals offer options, and options matter when the future feels less predictable.

There’s something powerful about physically holding your wealth in the form of gold and silver bullion…coins, bars, etc.  It’s not paper wealth, it’s real tangible assets…money as old as time…God’s money…God’s wealth!

The “Glint Thing”: Why People Like Me Are Paying Attention

Here’s another option for investing in precious metals. This is where what I call the “Glint Thing” comes in. It’s a way to start seeing and working with metals differently.  I have personally invested in this platform, and it may be right for you once you’ve done your own research and consulted with your financial advisor.  

With platforms like Glint, it’s now possible to buy, save, and even spend physically allocated gold and silver directly through an app. The metals are securely stored in vaults, and with a Mastercard-linked card, they can function like money in everyday life.

No belief systems required. No hype cycles to chase. No phantom numbers sitting on a screen without backing. These aren’t abstract claims or digital tokens. They’re precious metals you actually own.

As more of daily life becomes abstract, numbers moving between accounts, assets that exist only digitally, there’s a grounding comfort in something tangible, trackable, and time-tested.

That’s the “Glint Thing”…recognizing gold and silver not just as an investment category, but as real, usable money.

Jewelry as Dual-Purpose Wealth

As a private gemologist, I see another layer which often gets overlooked.

Fine jewelry, when chosen intentionally, lives at the intersection of wearable beauty and tangible value.

High-quality gold and silver. Timeless design. Precious gemstones with enduring demand.

These aren’t impulse purchases. They’re pieces meant to be worn, enjoyed, and still retain intrinsic material value. In some cases, they can be redesigned, repurposed, or liquidated if needed.

That dual purpose…pleasure plus permanence is powerful.

A Grounded, Responsible Note

I want to be very clear and transparent. I am not a financial advisor. I am not offering investment advice. I am not predicting markets.

What I am sharing are observations shaped by years in the luxury and gemstone world, paired with insights gathered from economists, metals specialists, and wealth strategists who study long-term cycles.

All investments carry risk, metals included. Always do your own research, consult qualified professionals when appropriate, and make decisions aligned with your personal situation and comfort level.

Kat Morrow is not liable for your investment choices or their outcomes.

The Bigger Conversation About Wealth

At its core, investing in metals isn’t driven by fear. It’s about sovereignty, resilience, and thinking beyond the moment you’re standing in.

True wealth building is rarely flashy. It’s patient. It’s intentional. And it’s often rooted in what has already proven can last.

With so much moving quickly and changing constantly, metals invite a slower, more deliberate way of thinking. Not reactively. Not emotionally. But wisely.

Sometimes, the most powerful move isn’t chasing the next big thing—it’s anchoring into what has always mattered.

You haven’t missed the opportunity…yet!  Yes, gone are the days of $50 silver and $4,000 gold (per ounce prices).  But the financial experts say the market for these precious metals are heading upwards so consider these assets as part of your investment portfolio sooner than later.  

If you’re thinking about investing in gold or silver bullion or jewelry, I can share my advice and years of wisdom and experience. Click HERE to connect with me!