Not every gold coin or silver bar qualifies for inclusion in a precious metals IRA. The IRS sets minimum purity standards and approves specific product types.
Gold Products (Minimum .995 Fine)
- American Gold Eagle (1 oz, 1/2 oz, 1/4 oz, 1/10 oz) — special exception at .9167
- American Gold Buffalo (.9999)
- Canadian Gold Maple Leaf (.9999)
- Australian Gold Kangaroo (.9999)
- Austrian Gold Philharmonic (.9999)
- Gold bars from LBMA-approved refiners (.995+)
- PAMP Suisse bars (.9999)
Silver Products (Minimum .999 Fine)
- American Silver Eagle (.999)
- Canadian Silver Maple Leaf (.9999)
- Austrian Silver Philharmonic (.999)
- Australian Silver Kangaroo (.9999)
- Silver bars from approved refiners (.999+)
Platinum Products (Minimum .9995 Fine)
- American Platinum Eagle (.9995)
- Canadian Platinum Maple Leaf (.9995)
- Platinum bars from LBMA-approved refiners (.9995+)
Palladium Products (Minimum .9995 Fine)
- Canadian Palladium Maple Leaf (.9995)
- Palladium bars from LBMA-approved refiners (.9995+)
Products That Do NOT Qualify
- Pre-1933 gold coins (below purity threshold)
- South African Krugerrands (gold content is .9167 but not specifically exempted like Eagles)
- Collectible or proof coins graded above a certain level
- Any product below the minimum fineness requirement
Browse Our IRA-Eligible Catalog
Every product in the Intervault Trading catalog that meets IRA eligibility requirements is clearly marked. Our team can help you build a diversified, IRA-compliant precious metals portfolio.