Why Buy From Us
Not Just Local. Not Just a Dealer.Here’s Why We’re Trusted Coast to Coast.
At First and Best Precious Metals, we combine national excellence with local trust, providing a personalized, mission-rooted buying experience for clients across the country with operations in St. Johns County, FL. Whether you’re investing for the first time or preserving generational wealth, here’s why people choose us over other dealers.
1. Trusted by Your Neighbors and Rooted in Integrity
We’re not just a website — we’re part of the community.
• Locally owned and operated in Ponte Vedra, serving walk in clients from Fruit Cove, Saint Augustine, Ponte Vedra Beach, Nocatee, Jacksonville and beyond.
• Built on Christian values and principles.
2. Proven Experience & Industry Trust
With more than 15 years of industry experience and over $1 billion in physical gold and silver transactions, First and Best Precious Metals is built on a foundation of integrity, clarity, and real-world expertise.
Founder Matt Malleo has personally guided thousands of clients—from first-time investors to seasoned institutions—through secure, high-value transactions. His leadership in the industry has included:
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Building lasting client relationships grounded in trust and transparency
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Advising individuals, families, professionals, and institutional buyers
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Helping manage operations, compliance, and team development
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Training staff in ethical sales and introducing white-glove service standards
Our journey shaped the founding principles of First and Best Precious Metals. After years inside the industry, we saw firsthand what many other big-brand dealers overlooked: genuine care, clear guidance, and ethical service. We built First and Best to raise the standard—offering white-glove service, transparent advice, and a commitment to doing business the right way. These experiences revealed how a precious metals company should truly serve its clients—and we’re here to do just that.
3. Industry-Leading Pricing with Integrity – No Pressure, No Surprises. Buy or Sell with Confidence
• Competitive national pricing with industry leading and fair buy/sell spreads
4. Gold Standard of White Glove Customer Service, especially when it’s time to sell
• One-on-one support for all clients
• We Come to You for qualifying sale-backs anywhere in the country, Verify your metals by machine quickly and in Person, and wire funds before the metals leave your eye sight.
• Phone, text, email, and in-person service options
5. National Reach paired with Local Presence
From Fruit Cove, FL to Fort Worth Texas — we deliver nationally.
• Pickup/Drop off Appointments available locally in North East Florida, as well as
• Nationwide secure shipping and vaulting options
6. Mission-Led, Not Sales-Driven
Gospel-Led Giving — We joyfully give 10–15% to Christian causes before taking any personal profits, because this mission matters more than margin
• Supporting the Christian Church of Eleven22 and Fellowship of Christian Athletes
• Rooted in generosity and purpose.
7. We Educate Before We Sell
Buy with clarity, not confusion.
• Personalized consultations
• Biblical and economic perspectives on wealth
• Tools for new and experienced investors
8. Safe, Secure Delivery — or White-Glove Concierge Service
Trustworthy logistics tailored to your comfort level.
• Discreet insured shipping nationwide
• White-glove concierge pickup when selling back or delivery when buying on qualifying orders.
• Joint verification and secure bank transport for large orders
9. Elite Buyback Program
We buy back everything from coins to bars to jewelry to nuggets to scrap to watches and so much more — at rates you’ll respect. And we come to you anywhere in America for qualifying orders.
• Concierge-level service for qualifying orders
• Real-time market guidance
• Very Fast payment, while your metals are still in your site in many cases. No delays, no surprises.
10. Zero Pressure, Always Respect
No quotas. No scripts. Just service.
• We serve everyone — not just “qualified leads.”
• You’re in control every step of the way
11. Unique Programs You Won’t Find Elsewhere
Innovative offerings to meet modern needs.
• Christian Gifting Program for weddings, birthdays, baptisms, holidays and more
• Faith-based financial literacy resources