Getting Started. Global Gold Inc. Herrengasse Rapperswil Switzerland. Tel Fax

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1 Getting Started Global Gold Inc. Herrengasse Rapperswil Switzerland Tel Fax info@globalgold.ch Global Gold Inc. All rights reserved.

2 What Global Gold offers Global Gold offers private and institutional investors a safe, convenient and cost-efficient Swiss solution to buy, sell, store or deliver physically allocated bullion coins and bars made of gold, silver, platinum and palladium. Dedicated to the highest possible safety and comfort, particularly during a crisis scenario. Prudent investors recognize the absolute necessity of keeping part of their assets in physically allocated precious metals in a safe location. The world s financial system and fiat currency model entail flaws that demand prudent precautionary measures. Global Gold offers a solid solution to address precisely these challenges. Ten 100% features that truly matter and jointly provide for that crucial difference The Global Gold Precious Metals Program was set up to provide for the highest possible safety and convenience while still retaining a very competitive edge. Clients benefit from a solution that ensures secure ownership of physically allocated precious metals combined with fluid selling and / delivery capabilities at all times. 100% non-banking 100% direct and unencumbered ownership 100% free of cash settlement clauses and the like 100% high-security storage in Switzerland 100% insured and audited 100% quality bullion coins and bars 100% promptly deliverable 100% free of Swiss value-added tax (VAT) 100% competitive pricing 100% Swiss

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4 Three easy steps into the Program 1. Contact Global Gold Program Partner and obtain detailed information and competent advice on the Program. 2. Complete and submit Client Application Form. 3. Place your first Buy Order. Step 1: Contact your Program Partner and get informed. Study the Program, in particular the items listed below. You will find all information conveniently on the Global Gold website. And, you can discuss any questions or concerns you might have with your Program Partner. ogeneral Terms & Conditions the overall terms and condition of the Global Gold Physical Metals Storage Program. ostorage Contract the contract that specifically regulates the terms and conditions that apply to the safe storage of your precious metals. ofee Schedule the applicable transaction and storage fees. oproduct List the standard range of coins and bars available under the Program. Other formats may be available from time to time. Step 2: Complete and submit Client Application kit. You must complete and submit a Client Application form and your identification papers (see attached Application Kit). It includes detailed information on your personal identity and background as required for Swiss Know-Your-Customer rules. Generally, you will receive an acceptance letter within 3 days of receipt of the originals at our offices in Switzerland. In the interest of efficiency, we recommend you use FEDEX or DHL to submit the documents required. Step 3: Place your first Buy Order. Ask your Program Partner for guidance on your first buy order. To place your order, you need to complete the one-page order form plus the form on background of assets. And, you need to wire the funds. You can fax or the signed form. We will execute the order upon receipt of your funds on our accounts.

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6 Global Gold Products List The products displayed below are the bullion coins and bars that Global Gold offers as part of its standard selection. Periodically, and upon request, we may offer other formats. Contact your Global Gold Program Partner for a current selection of products, specific quotes and advice on best buys. GOLD 1ozt South African Krugerrand Weight: 1ozt / g Fineness: 916,6 / coins 1ozt Canadian Maple Leaf Weight: 1ozt / g Fineness: 999,9 / Coins 100g Gold Bar Weight: ozt / 10 Fineness: 999,9 / bars 250g Gold Bar Weight: ozt / 25 Fineness: 999,9 / bars 1ozt Austrian Philharmonic Weight: 1ozt / g Fineness: 999,9 / Coins 500g Gold Bar Weight: ozt / 5 Fineness: 999,9 / bar 1ozt American Eagle Weight: 1ozt / g Fineness: / Coins 1kg Gold Bar Weight: ozt / 1 Fineness: 999,9 / bar 1ozt Australian Kangaroo Weight: 1ozt / g Fineness: 999,9 / 1000 Minimum Lot Size: 10 Coins

7 SILVER 1ozt Canadian Maple Leaf Weight: 1ozt / g Fineness: 999,9 / Coins 1kg Silver Bar Weight: ozt / 1000g Fineness: 999 / bars 1ozt Austrian Philharmonic Weight: 1ozt / g Fineness: 999 / Coins 5kg Silver Bar Weight: ozt / 5000g Fineness: 999 / bars 1ozt American Eagle Weight: 1ozt / g Fineness: / Coins PLATINUM* 100g Platinum Bar Weight: ozt / 100g Fineness: 999,5 / Bars 1kg Platinum Bar Weight: ozt / 1 Fineness: 999,5 / Bar PALLADIUM* 100g Palladium Bar Weight: ozt / 100g Fineness: 999,5 / Bars 1kg Palladium Bar Weight: ozt / 1 Fineness: 999,5 / Bar

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9 Fee Schedule Global Gold offers physical precious metals bullion coins and bars at wholesale terms via an international network of approved Program Partners. They charge brokerage fees of up to 3% on purchases and up to 1.5% on sales. These fees are transparently agreed to in advance and reported in your transaction statements. Transaction fees. Global Gold clients buy and sell their metals at highly competitive prices. Have a look at the Global Gold website. The Product Price displayed online is Global Gold s wholesale price. On top of that, a brokerage fee of no more than 3 % on buys and 1.5 % on sells is added by your Program Partner. It is calculated on the basis of the Global Gold Product Price. The fees of each transaction are agreed to in advance with your Program Partner and confirmed transparently in form of a detailed transaction statement. Annual storage fees. The storage fees are invoiced annually in arrears. They are calculated on a pro rated basis and the average value of the precious metals in storage during the respective invoicing period.

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11 Client Application Kit Global Gold Inc. Herrengasse Rapperswil Switzerland Tel Fax info@globalgold.ch Global Gold Inc. All rights reserved.

12 IDENTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS In order to comply with Swiss anti-money-laundering regulations the identity and background of investors interested in becoming a client of Global Gold are thoroughly screened. Part of that screening process involves the identification of the client(s) (contracting party) and the ultimate beneficial owner(s). The following identification requirements are standard. Additional documentation requirements may apply and be requested at the discretion of Global Gold. NATURAL PERSONS / INDIVIDUALS Notarized photo IDs: Notarized copy of an official and valid passport. If not available then a combination of a notarized copy of the valid driver s license and a notarized copy of the birth certificate. Notarization is possible via a registered notary. Confirmation of address: In order to confirm the address of residence, an official document with name and address must be provided. Typically, utility bills, tax invoices or bank reference letters are acceptable. LEGAL ENTITIES Registration: Notarized copies of the entity s Certificate of Registration or Certificate of Incorporation Status: Original or notarized copy of the Certificate of good standing Governance: Notarized copies of the Memorandum and Articles of Incorporation TRUSTS Notarized Deed of Trust: Notarized copy of the complete Deed of Trust or a notarized copy of the Certification of Trust if no older than 6 months. Notarized photo IDs of trustee(s): Notarized copy of an official and valid passport. If not available then a combination of a notarized copy of the valid driver s license and a notarized copy of the birth certificate. Notarization is possible via a registered notary. Notarized photo IDs for beneficiaries: Same as natural persons above and only for irrevocable trusts where beneficiaries are listed. FOUNDATIONS Notarized copy of Foundation Charter and Bylaws: Notarized copy of complete charter (or Foundation Deed) and By-laws Notarized photo IDs of Board Members or Council: Notarized copy of official and valid passport. If not available then a combination of a notarized copy of the valid driver s license and a notarized copy of the birth certificate. Notarization is possible via a registered notary. Notarized photo IDs for Founder and/or beneficiaries: Depending upon who the beneficial owner of the funds is. Usually, if the Founder retains any type of control then he /she would be the beneficial owner. Identification is to be provided same as natural persons above. Signatory IDs: Official list of signatories for the entity, including their position, role or relationship to the same. Notarized copies of the official and valid photo-ids (same as natural persons above) for each signatory who will sign on behalf of the entity. Board resolution: Original or notarized copy of a properly signed resolution stating that the undersigning applicant / client is authorized to apply to the Global Gold Program and give orders on behalf of the company.

13 CLIENT APPLICATION CLIENT DETAILS (PRIMARY APPLICANT) Company name: Last name: First name: Residential address: City / state: Postal code / country: address: Home telephone: H. fax: Business telephone: B. fax: Mobile telephone: Nationality / country of reg. office: Tax domicile: Place of birth / incorporation: Date of birth / incorporation: Marital status: Married Divorced Widowed Unmarried Gender: Male Female Supporting documents 1 : Notarized copy of passport or Notarized copy of driver s license and notarized copy of birth certificate; Utility bill (not older than 6 months) Corporate identification papers PROGRAM PARTNER APPOINTMENT (Program Partner selected and appointed by the Client as a personal contact and service point) Name of Program Partner: City / country: 1 Please enclose original documents or copies certified by a notary public not older than 6 months. For more detailed information in regards to required documentation, please refer to the Identification Requirements document. Page 1 of 4

14 JOINT APPLICANT / CLIENT (Joint applicants are possible. However, for legal entities such as trusts or corporations, no joint application is possible.) Last name: First name: Residential address: City / state: Postal code / country: address: Home telephone: H. fax: Business telephone: B. fax: Mobile telephone: Nationality: Tax domicile: Place of birth: Date of birth: Marital status: Married Divorced Widowed Unmarried Gender: Male Female Supporting documents 2 : Notarized copy of passport or Notarized copy of driver s license and notarized copy of birth certificate; Utility bill (not older than 6 months) ADDRESS OF CORRESPONDENCE (If different from residential address of primary applicant / registered corporate office address) Last name / company name: First name: Postal address: City / state: Postal code / country: Telephone: Fax: 2 Please enclose original documents or copies certified by a notary public not older than 6 months. For more detailed information in regards to required documentation, please refer to the Identification Requirements document. Page 2 of 4

15 PROFESSION / EMPLOYMENT (Supporting documents might be requested. Joint applicants are required to each complete this page.) Last name / first name: Employment Status: Employed Retired since: Employer / independent professional; number of employees: Other (please specify): What kind of primary business / activity / industry do or did you carry out? Current Position: Since when: Industry: Primary location & name of company: Detailed description of activity: Are you politically exposed? (PEP 3 ): No Yes. Please specify: Ownership of investment at hand: Natural person(s) Through a Trust, Foundation, Corporation, etc. In this case, the undersigned ensures that all corresponding identification documents submitted along with this application are the most updated ones, and that Global Gold shall be notified of any changes. INVESTOR RISK PROFILE What is your annual income as a result of employment, retirement income, investment income, etc. in Swiss Francs (CHF) or equivalent currency? Up to CHF 250,000 CHF 250,000 - CHF 500,000 More than CHF 500,000 What is the net value of your assets in CHF or equivalent currency? Up to CHF 1'000,000 CHF 1,000,000 - CHF 3'000,000 More than CHF 3'000,000 What is your primary reason for making the investment at hand? Retirement Asset Protection Asset Growth Other (please specify): What is the time horizon of your investment? Up to 5 years 5 to 10 years 10 to 15 years More than 15 years 3 Politically exposed persons ( PEPs ) are persons holding prominent and / or political positions. In addition, persons and companies who are recognizably close to such politically exposed persons. Page 3 of 4

16 CLIENT REFERENCE ACCOUNT Any sales proceeds and balances due to the Client will be transferred to the Client s reference account. Please ensure that the address you have provided to your bank corresponds with the Client details specified above. Name of account holder: Name of the bank: Address of the bank: Account number: SWIFT: ABA or routing number: IBAN (if available): DECLARATION AND SIGNATURES OF APPLICANT(S)/CLIENT(S) I / we hereby confirm that all information submitted by me / us in this form and any documents that are part of the application process, is true and provided in good faith. I / we have read and understood all relevant terms and conditions of the Program, including the General Terms and Conditions and the Storage Contract, and accept them fully. I / we understand that the signature specimens provided below must be the same as the signatures shown in my / our identification papers provided with this application, and that they will be required on any forms and instructions submitted to Global Gold AG. Place, Date: Client name (please print): Signature (same as ID): Jointly by two Individually Place, Date: Client name (please print): Signature (same as ID): Jointly by two Individually Page 4 of 4

17 SIGNATORY AUTHORIZATION & SPECIMENS For Legal Entities Client name: Client number PURPOSE AND TERMS The signatories, based on the signature authorization provided here, shall be authorized to sign on behalf of the Client in regard to all business matters related to Global Gold AG, without any restrictions. Instructions signed in accordance with the signature authorizations specified below, shall be considered binding. On the presentation of a new Signatory List all previous authorizations shall become invalid. If there are no indications to the contrary, the authority for single signature shall be assumed and applied by Global Gold. All other types of authorization must be defined below. In the case of joint signature rights, it will be considered agreed, unless further instructions are issued, that each authorized person listed is entitled to sign jointly by two (dual signature) with any other authorized person in this document. The signature authorizations listed below shall be valid regardless of any entries or changes in the legal entities corporate statues or commercial register. Surname and first name(s) of persons authorized to sign Specimen signature (same as in passport or identity card) Position, role in entity. Type of authorization 1. Individually Jointly by two Individually Jointly by two Individually Jointly by two Individually Jointly by two Please enclose a notarized copy of a valid passport for each signatory listed above. DECLARATION AND SIGNATURES OF APPLICANT(S)/CLIENT(S) I / We hereby confirm that all information submitted by me / us in this form and any documents that are part of the application process, is true and provided in good faith. I / we have read and understood the Terms and Conditions and the Storage Contract of the Program and accept them fully. Place, Date: Client name (please print): Signature: Place, Date: Client name (please print): Signature: