You can rollover or transfer the following types of accounts into a precious metal IRA: Traditional IRA 401(k) 401(a) 403(b) 457(b) TSP SEP IRA Non-IRA investment accounts (e.g. brokerage account) Note: The IRS rules regarding precious metal IRAs require that the precious metal held in the IRA meet certain fineness standards and be stored with an IRS-approved depository.