Demand for silver is soaring, and "The Silver Investment Market-An Update, November 2011" notes that a record 41 million American Silver Eagles (up 7 million, or about 20% from last year's record) are being minted this year. Globally, bullion coins are set for another record this year as well.

This demand -- and the fact that you're converting from cash into something traditionally with lasting value, so you're not "spending" so to speak -- is why I recommend American Gold Reserve.