Best for
Education-first high-net-worth investors
Account minimum $50,000
External link to the company's own website.
The bottom line
Augusta Precious Metals is a premium gold-and-silver IRA specialist known for transparent flat fees, strong education, and top-tier customer support. Its $50,000 minimum, however, puts it out of reach for smaller investors.
The facts
- Founded
- 2012
- Headquarters
- Beverly Hills, California
- BBB rating
- A+ · accredited
- Minimum
- $50,000
- Metals offered
- Gold, Silver
- Storage partners
- Delaware Depository, Brink's
- Custodian partners
- Equity Trust
- Fees
- Flat-fee structure (no Augusta markup/management fee), with commonly cited annual custodian plus storage costs in roughly the $200-$250 range. Augusta promotes fee-waiver periods on qualifying accounts. Per-coin pricing requires a consultation.
Standout features
- ✦One-on-one web conference education led by an in-house economist
- ✦Lifetime account support with a dedicated agent
- ✦Transparent flat-fee pricing
- ✦Seven-day price protection
Pros
- +Education-first onboarding (free one-on-one economist-led web conference) and lifetime account support
- +Transparent flat-fee pricing with no Augusta markups, plus potential multi-year fee waivers
- +A+ BBB rating with an unusually clean complaint record
- +Uses well-regarded partners (Equity Trust custodian, Delaware Depository storage)
Cons
- –High $50,000 minimum excludes small and first-time investors
- –IRA menu is effectively limited to gold and silver (no platinum or palladium)
- –Per-coin and per-bar pricing is not fully published online
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum investment for Augusta Precious Metals?
Augusta Precious Metals lists a stated account minimum of $50,000. Minimums and offers can change, so confirm the current figure directly with the company before opening an account.
Is Augusta Precious Metals BBB accredited?
Augusta Precious Metals holds a A+ BBB rating and is BBB-accredited as of our last review (2026-06). Always verify the current rating on BBB.org.
What metals and storage does Augusta Precious Metals offer?
Augusta Precious Metals offers Gold, Silver and works with depository partners including Delaware Depository, Brink's. This content is for general education only and is not financial, tax, legal, or investment advice. Investing in precious metals carries risk, including loss of principal. Consult a licensed professional before making decisions.
Sources
Profile compiled from publicly available information, last reviewed 2026-06. Ratings are our independent editorial opinion, not user reviews.
This content is for general education only and is not financial, tax, legal, or investment advice. Investing in precious metals carries risk, including loss of principal. Consult a licensed professional before making decisions.