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SILVERGOLDBULL GOLD PRICE โ€” MAY 17, 2004

๐Ÿช SilverGoldBull โ€” 1 oz Gold Bar Price (CAD)

C$584.71
Premium: C$55.00 (10.38%)

On May 17, 2004, a 1 oz Gold Bar from SilverGoldBull was priced at C$584.71 per troy ounce in Canadian Dollars. This included the CAD spot price of C$529.71 plus a dealer premium of C$55.00 (10.38%). The gold spot price rose by +6.58 (+1.26%) compared to the previous trading day.

PRICE BREAKDOWN โ€” MAY 17, 2004

ComponentPrice (CAD)
Gold Spot Price (XAU/CAD)C$529.71
SilverGoldBull Premium+C$55.00
SilverGoldBull 1 oz Bar PriceC$584.71

SPOT PRICE OHLC โ€” MAY 17, 2004

MetricPrice (CAD)
OpenC$529.71
HighC$529.71
LowC$529.71
CloseC$529.71
Changeโ–ฒ +6.58 (+1.26%)

COMPARE DEALERS ON MAY 17, 2004

Dealer1 oz Bar (CAD)Premium
KitcoC$594.71C$65.00
Sprott MoneyC$607.71C$78.00
SilverGoldBull โœ“C$584.71C$55.00
TD Precious MetalsC$624.71C$95.00
Royal Canadian MintC$639.71C$110.00
Border GoldC$599.71C$70.00
โ† May 14, 2004 ๐Ÿ“… All Dates May 18, 2004 โ†’

ABOUT SILVERGOLDBULL

SilverGoldBull is one of Canada's fastest-growing precious metals dealers, based in Calgary, Alberta, known for low premiums. Visit the SilverGoldBull dealer page for current live prices. See the gold spot price on May 17, 2004 for the full market overview.

๐Ÿ“Š Market Analysis โ€” May 17, 2004

Market technicals for gold in CAD incorporate both the underlying commodity trend and currency movements. Support and resistance levels for XAU/CAD often differ from XAU/USD due to the additional variable of Canadian Dollar strength. The gold-to-silver ratio, currently fluctuating between 80:1 and 90:1, is watched closely by precious metals investors. Historically, ratios above 80 suggest silver is undervalued relative to gold. Canadian investors can use this metric to decide whether to overweight gold or silver in their bullion portfolios when purchasing from dealers like Kitco or Sprott Money.

โ“ Frequently Asked Questions

โ“ How do I verify gold authenticity?

Reputable Canadian dealers like Kitco and Sprott Money sell only assayed products from LBMA-approved refiners. The Royal Canadian Mint includes anti-counterfeiting features on Maple Leaf coins including micro-engraved laser marks and radial lines visible under magnification.

โ“ Can I sell gold back to dealers?

Yes, most Canadian dealers offer buyback programs. Kitco, Sprott Money, and SilverGoldBull all purchase gold from customers at competitive bid prices, typically 1โ€“3% below spot price depending on product type and market conditions.

โ“ What affects Canadian dealer premiums?

Premiums above spot price vary based on product type, weight, payment method, and market conditions. Bank wire transfers typically earn 1โ€“2% lower premiums than credit card purchases. Larger orders (10+ oz) may qualify for volume discounts from most Canadian dealers.

๐Ÿ’ก Canadian Gold Investor Guide

Dollar-Cost Averaging (DCA): Buy a fixed CAD amount of gold each month โ€” say C$500. This strategy reduces the impact of short-term volatility and removes the stress of timing the market. Over 10+ years, DCA has historically produced returns close to the annual average gold price.

Portfolio Allocation: Most Canadian financial planners recommend allocating 5โ€“15% of a diversified portfolio to gold and precious metals. This allocation provides downside protection during equity bear markets while maintaining growth potential during inflationary periods.

โš–๏ธ Unit Conversions (CAD)

UnitPrice (CAD)
Per Troy Ounce (31.1g)C$584.71
Per GramC$18.80
Per KilogramC$18,798.84
Per Pennyweight (1.555g)C$29.24
Per Tola (11.66g)C$219.27

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