Gold Dealer Says ‘All-Time’ Records Broken as Aussies Rush to Buy Bullion

The 5,000 year old investment option is surging amid ongoing uncertainty with global tensions.
Gold Dealer Says ‘All-Time’ Records Broken as Aussies Rush to Buy Bullion
Gold coins are on display for sale in Los Angeles on Nov. 9, 2010. Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images
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Australians are returning to a 5000-year-old tradition as they stockpile gold and other precious metals amid years of global turbulence and uncertainty.

In recent days, viral footage has circulated online of a long line from one gold dealer’s doors in Sydney’s Martin Place.

Crystal-Rose Jones
Crystal-Rose Jones
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Crystal-Rose Jones is a reporter based in Australia. She previously worked at News Corp for 16 years as a senior journalist and editor.