A lot of mints about the globe offer remote purchase and local storage, eg: Perth Mint in Australia -
https://www.perthmint.com/invest/information-about-gold-and-...Physical is great if you like Kangaroos, Koalas, Emus, Dragons, Snakes, Koi, etc.
They really need a Quokka: https://www.perthmint.com/shop/bullion/bullion-coins/