Thinking about family legacy with gold - Anyone else in Richmond, VA?

• •I’ve been thinking a lot lately about how my Gold IRA fits into the bigger picture of setting up my family for the long run.
• •My current portfolio is around $350k, and it’s mostly in various gold rounds – Eagles, Maples, and some Buffaloes.
• •I chose rounds specifically for the liquidity and lower premiums when I first started, and it's worked out well so far.

I’ve been thinking a lot lately about how my Gold IRA fits into the bigger picture of setting up my family for the long run. My current portfolio is around $350k, and it’s mostly in various gold rounds – Eagles, Maples, and some Buffaloes. I chose rounds specifically for the liquidity and lower premiums when I first started, and it's worked out well so far.

My wife and I are both professors here in Richmond, and while our pensions will be solid, I really want something tangible to pass down, especially to our two young kids. The idea of having a physical asset like gold, something that’s always held value through centuries, really appeals to me more than just another diversified stock portfolio for them. We've got a good financial advisor, but when I bring up the "legacy gold" aspect, it feels like it's outside their usual comfort zone. They're great with traditional investments, but the emotional and historical weight of gold is something I feel they don't quite grasp for long-term family planning. It's more than just a hedge against inflation for me; it's a statement.

I’ve been doing some research on setting up trusts that could hold these physical assets, or even just what the best way to title ownership would be for something like gold rounds, particularly for minors. I'm wondering if anyone else here has gone through this process? Did you keep your gold in an IRA for as long as possible, or did you take distributions to hold it directly for legacy purposes? I'm less concerned about immediate tax implications and more about the how of passing it down efficiently and securely when the time comes, potentially several decades from now.

Are there unique considerations for gold rounds specifically when it comes to estate planning? I know they're not collectibles in the same way rare coins are, but the physical delivery and appraisal for inheritance purposes seem like a different beast than just transferring stock shares. Any recommendations for estate lawyers in the Richmond area who are particularly savvy with physical asset trusts or precious metals? Really appreciate any insights or shared experiences!