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A lot of mints about the globe offer remote purchase and local storage, eg: Perth Mint in Australia - https://www.perthmint.com/invest/information-about-gold-and-...

Physical is great if you like Kangaroos, Koalas, Emus, Dragons, Snakes, Koi, etc.

They really need a Quokka: https://www.perthmint.com/shop/bullion/bullion-coins/