RE: Paper contracts vs Real Gold PriceIn my opinion paper contracts are worthless. In these times I wouldn't risk putting any money in silver or gold certificates. I know someone who recently tried to redeem their silver certificates and it has been 4 months and that still haven't received their silver.
The physical bullion is the only true investment. If you are trying to purchase a "safe haven" asset paper does not make any sense whatsoever.
The pros know this and that is why they have been shorting the hell out of certificates, they know they are worthless in this environment.