Christmas is a curious time.
Objectively, little really changes.
And yet, so much feels different.
The days grow shorter.
The evenings longer.
Conversations deeper.
We look back. And we look ahead.
Many people ask themselves questions at this time of year:
What did I do right this year?
What truly mattered – and what was merely loud?
What do I want to pass on?
And it is precisely here that a thought emerges that has nothing to do with consumption: Values.
Not values in the sense of prices or returns.
But in their original meaning.
Values That Do Not Age
Gold and silver have accompanied humanity for thousands of years.
They have seen empires rise and fall, currencies appear and disappear.
And yet, they still stand today for the same things they always have:
Stability, trust, responsibility.
Perhaps that is why many people think about physical precious metals especially at Christmas.
Not out of fear, but out of foresight.
Responsibility Instead of Short-Term Thinking
At Elementum, we often find that clients do not ask:
“What will this bring me next year?”
They ask:
“What does this mean in ten, twenty, or thirty years?”
Many invest not only for themselves, but for their children.
For their family.
For values one can rely on, regardless of time.
It is not about speculation.
It is about sleeping peacefully.
Where Stability Feels at Home
True values deserve a secure place.
Not because one is afraid.
But because one takes responsibility.
For many people, knowing that physical assets are kept in Switzerland, in a protected location, is an inner step.
Away from short-term thinking.
Toward long-term stability.
In Silence, What Endures Becomes Clear
Christmas reminds us that not everything needs to be optimized.
Some things are meant simply to be preserved.
Time.
Relationships.
Trust.
Values.
Perhaps that is the true meaning of gold and silver:
They do not demand attention.
They do not shine loudly.
But they endure.
We thank you for your trust. For decisions that are not always popular, but often the right ones.
The entire Elementum team wishes you and your families a holiday season that leaves space for what truly matters.
How can you buy precious metals cheaply and store them safely?
Elementum Deutschland GmbH, based in Sindelfingen (Germany), specializes in trading physical precious metals. Customers who purchase precious metals from Elementum Deutschland (or one of the other national Elementum companies in five European countries) can store them in the renowned high-security vaulting facilities in the St. Gotthard Massif in Switzerland at Elementum International AG.
Of course, you also have the option of purchasing gold and silver directly and having it delivered to your desired address. However, storing silver in the so-called open duty-free warehouse (“offenes Zollfreilager”) at St. Gotthard offers decisive tax advantages:
- The 19% value added tax customary in Germany is completely waived on purchases and sales – a considerable price advantage that effectively secures you 19% more silver for your money.
- If you store your silver in this high-security vault, you can sell it back to Elementum Deutschland GmbH at any time – without any bureaucratic hassle and also without VAT, as the trade takes place within the duty-free warehouse. You will receive the funds via bank wire.
- VAT is only payable when you physically remove the stored silver – either by picking it up in person (after prior notification) or by having it shipped to your address.
More silver, more return
Thanks to duty-free storage, you receive 19% more physical silver when you buy. This additional amount also participates in the performance of the silver price if it rises – a leverage effect that significantly improves your return opportunities.
Secure your storage space now – free of charge and without obligation
Register now for a storage space in the St. Gotthard high-security vaulting facility and receive free access to:
- our General Terms and Conditions (GTC)
- current fee tables
- annual audit reports from the auditing company BDO AG
- transparent proof of use of funds
- family discount information
- the popular children’s program “Schatz4Kids” (“Treasure4Kids”)
- as well as numerous other documents and information on storage, purchase, and resale, as well as the ratio “switching” strategy.
Register now: https://silberbar.elementum.de/
Tip for discounted entry: Enter the promotional code “50” (“Aktionscode“) and the “Vermittler” number 1000166 when registering to receive a 50% discount on the storage space setup fee.
Important: Registration is non-binding and does not commit you to anything – but it is your first step towards an independent and crisis-proof precious metal investment.
Elementum is a second-generation, owner-managed family business. Trust, consistency, and long-term thinking are at the heart of our philosophy. The Board of Directors of Elementum International AG is composed of internationally renowned experts in the money and precious metals markets, including economists, analysts, university professors, and precious metals specialists. This in-depth expertise forms the backbone of our actions – for your security, your assets, and your future.
About the Author
Stephan Bogner
CEO of Elementum International AG
Stephan Bogner, who holds a degree in business administration, studied economics at ISM Dortmund (Germany) and wrote the university’s first thesis on precious metals as a hedge against inflation. After studying in the UK and Australia and gaining professional experience in Dubai, he took over as CEO of Elementum International AG in Switzerland in 2012. His expertise in precious metals has had a significant impact on the company’s development.
Contact
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Müligässli 1, 8598 Bottighofen
Switzerland
Phone: +41-71-5896911
Email: info@rockstone-news.com
Disclaimer: This article reflects the personal opinion of the author. Elementum assumes no responsibility for the accuracy of the content and accepts no liability for its use. This article may contain links to external third-party websites. Elementum is not responsible for the content of these external sites and expressly distances itself from all information provided there. At the time the links were created, no unlawful content was identifiable. This article does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell. Elementum International AG is a Swiss company that specializes exclusively in the storage of physical precious metals in a high-security vault facility located in the St. Gotthard mountain massif in Central Switzerland. The Board of Directors and Executive Management of Elementum International AG have been selected solely based on their professional expertise and long-standing experience in precious metals markets. As these individuals may also be professionally active outside their roles at Elementum International AG, the company has no influence over their external activities and respects their right to freedom of expression. Therefore, the views expressed by persons working with or for Elementum do not necessarily reflect the opinion of Elementum International AG. Investments in precious metals are subject to risks, including those specific to the structure of this market. Please read our full risk disclosures and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Neither the author, Elementum International AG, nor Elementum Deutschland GmbH assume any liability for actions taken based on the information provided. Past performance is not indicative of future results. The cover picture has been generated by AI, obtained and licenced from 123rf.com.
