JAKARTA -- In Indonesia, the world's eighth-largest gold producer, the precious metal is becoming part of ordinary people's investments chip by chip and necklace by necklace.
Precious metal emerges as alternative haven asset to US dollar for individuals

A shop in Jakarta that deals in gold jewelry sees a steady flow of customers. (Photo by Tomoyoshi Oshikiri)
JAKARTA -- In Indonesia, the world's eighth-largest gold producer, the precious metal is becoming part of ordinary people's investments chip by chip and necklace by necklace.