Precious metals have been the best performing asset class of the past 10 years. Gold hit $1,800 mark recently. Gold is up over 32% compared to April 2010 and 470% compared to April 2001. At $44.8 per ounce, silver is up 149% from April 2010 and an unbelievable 911% from April 2001. At today’s prices, many investors ask themselves if this precious metals rally is nearing its peak. As you will see, there are many reasons for it to last for some more time.