Bullion.Directory, the premier online directory and resource for gold and silver buyers, has announced the results of its highly anticipated 2023 Bullion Dealer of the Year public vote.
Following an initial shortlisting vote in April and May, which saw 72 nominated companies narrowed down to 36 finalists across six categories, a fierce competition ensued to claim the top honors.
With a record-breaking 36,285 verified votes cast, Augusta Precious Metals emerged as the clear winner, earning the coveted title of the 2023 Bullion Dealer of the Year. Goldco secured the silver medal, while Money Metals Exchange took home the bronze position, both standing as formidable contenders.
In addition to claiming the top award, Augusta Precious Metals also achieved victories in two additional categories: High Net Worth Specialist and Gold Retirement Specialist, solidifying their position as an industry leader.
Expressing his gratitude for the recognition, Isaac Nuriani, CEO of Augusta Precious Metals, remarked, “This award reinforces Augusta’s commitment to educating Americans about the economy and guiding them through the process of opening gold IRAs. It serves as a testament to the integrity of our team. We owe our success to the satisfaction of our clients and extend heartfelt appreciation to everyone who took the time to vote for us. Thank you for this tremendous honor.”
The vote distribution revealed Augusta Precious Metals securing 26.7% of the overall vote, closely followed by Goldco with 22.3%, and Money Metals Exchange with 21.5%. Birch Gold Group claimed the fourth position with 14.8%, while American Hartford Gold secured the fifth spot with 14.6%.
To ensure impartiality and prevent voting fraud, the vote was overseen by polling software suppliers Opinion Stage, with third-party moderators analysing all voting data.
For the first time since the awards’ inception in 2014, the vote focused exclusively on the US market, achieving record numbers in terms of votes and participants.
While the 2023 vote was not without its share of drama, with the disqualification of a finalist necessitating a two-week extension of the closing date, the replacement company Noble Gold secured the fourth place in the Gold Retirement category.
Complete results and detailed information regarding all voting categories can be found on Bullion.Directory’s Official Results Page.
