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FriedGreenTomatoes2 Wed 12-Feb-25 15:20:44

There’s an ad on tv about buying a cask of malt whisky. I was curious as to who would want one and why, so read up on it. I didn’t realise they were bought and stored (for a price) to await appreciation in price as an investment! Known as ‘liquid gold’.

Someone who I know, her husband buys gold coins.

Anyone on GN with unusual investments? Bitcoin (which I don’t understand), fine wines, high end watches for example.

Savings (for those fortunate enough to have them) might be safe in a savings account, it won't earn a lot of interest – not as much as it might if you were to invest it I dare say. Reading up on some aspects was very interesting and got me wondering about this world of which I had no knowledge.

springishere Sat 15-Feb-25 14:34:12

My son bought a barrel years ago, which is stored in Scotland and has increased in value. However, he can't afford the cost of bottling it.

Primrose53 Sat 15-Feb-25 16:36:56

As others have said, the price of gold is crazy high now.

I have been visiting jewellers trying to find the gold necklace stolen from my husband in hospital. It will cost approx £900-£1000 to replace.