Another reason for purchasing gold is that it can be used to acquire a loan against it, and is the safest option as an investment that is inflation proof as well. (policybazaar.com)
While this does not seem like a lot, if this tiny amount is compounded over long periods of time, it could turn to a pretty sizeable pile of extra inflation proof cash. (wealthypioneers.com)
At worst you will only have moderate gains but there is no more land being made in your neck of the woods and property is generally inflation proof. (biggerpockets.com)