Storage & Stewardship
Secure, organized, and documented custody for physical metals
Physical precious metals require thoughtful custody. Yellowstone Assay & Metals offers segregated storage for individuals, families, estates, and professionally managed accounts — with clear documentation and organized access.
What segregated storage means
Segregated storage means your metals are held separately — not pooled or commingled with anyone else's holdings. Your inventory is yours, documented as yours, and accessible to you or your authorized representatives. This is distinct from allocated or pooled storage arrangements common in the broader metals industry.
Fully segregated holdings
Your metals are stored separately from all other client holdings. There is no commingling, no pooling, and no ambiguity about what belongs to whom.
Detailed inventory and documentation
Every item in storage is inventoried, authenticated, and documented. You receive a written record of what is held, including authentication results and valuation at the time of intake.
Regular reporting
Clients receive regular reporting on their holdings — what is in storage, current melt value at prevailing spot prices, and any changes to the inventory.
Organized access
Access to your holdings is organized and documented. Authorized parties — including estate representatives, trustees, and advisors — can be designated in advance.
Estate and trust coordination
Storage arrangements can be structured to accommodate estate and trust requirements, including documentation for probate, trustee access, and beneficiary distribution.
Professional advisory coordination
We coordinate with your attorneys, CPAs, and wealth advisors as needed — providing documentation and reporting that integrates with broader professional engagements.
Who storage is suitable for
A note on custody
We are a metals office, not a bank vault. Our storage offering is designed for clients who need organized, documented, segregated custody — with professional oversight and clear recordkeeping. If your situation requires the security infrastructure of a commercial vault or depository, we can discuss what is appropriate for your holdings and help you understand your options.
Inquire about storage
If you have metals that need organized, documented custody — reach out. We will discuss your situation and whether our storage arrangement is appropriate for your needs.