Precious Metals Pricing

Price is a determining factor in all things we consider buying, including Gold and Silver. Learning the historical and current price trends of Precious Metals can help you to better understand the factors that influence the global market daily.

How Are Gold & Silver Products Valued?

Have you ever wondered what makes one coin more valuable than another? We break down what factors into how different Precious Metals products so that you can determine what you want for your collection or portfolio.

Buying Guide to Peace Silver Dollars

Peace Silver Dollars were minted between 1921 and 1935. They are made of 90% Silver and 10% copper. Each coin contains .77344 of an ounce of Pure Silver in it. They were very popular in the South and the Western United States but not quite so popular in the urban East.

Buying Guide to Morgan Silver Dollars

The difference in the value of Morgan Silver Dollars is usually determined by the RARITY of the date and mintmark together and/or the condition (state of preservation) of the coins. Some dates and mintmarks are valuable even in low grade (well-worn condition).

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How To Use Coin Tubes

Coin tubes are a popular tool used by collectors and investors alike. Need help figuring out how to pick a good coin tube and put

Where to Buy Gold?

Buying Gold for investment purposes is something many investors are curious about. Where is the best place to do it?

The Best Way to Buy Silver

Investing in Silver is primarily a decision on what options best suit your needs, investment strategies and budget. To help with initial research, here are

Rounds or Coins? Does One Have Better Value Than The Other?

Metals rounds and Metals coins take the same shape, but does one have more value than the other? That question has been asked by numismatists

What is Bid Price Vs Ask Price?

Learn about bid price vs ask price with APMEX. It is an important distinction to understand bid price vs ask price so you can make

Can I Buy Precious Metal Coins, Bars or Rounds at Spot Price?

Learn how to buy Silver rounds, Silver coins, Gold coins and bars for sale at or near the spot price. Buying as close as you

How the U.S. Dollar Influences Precious Metals Prices

As the leading global currency, the U.S. Dollar is the base currency for Precious Metals prices, meaning in the world markets, Gold and Silver are

How to Get the Most for Your Money When Buying Precious Metals

How can you buy close to spot price and really stretch your investment dollar? Here are some ways for you to maximize your capital and

Factors that Influence the Precious Metals Market

Among the many things that influence the price of Gold, Silver or Platinum are three well-documented forces: U.S. dollar values, central bank instability and a

The Importance of Monitoring Precious Metals Prices

Live Precious Metals price monitoring helps you determine your buying power. At APMEX, all prices are competitively priced with a true Gold price or true

Precious Metals and Your Purchasing Power

When you buy Precious Metals it requires a commitment. It is a commitment that requires a high level of purchasing power. Like most purchases,

Melt Values and Melt Value Prices

As a collector and investors, the term melt value is used, but there is often confusion as to what the melt value actually entails. Melt

Why are Prices Higher on Paper Currency Products than Bullion

Prices are an important part of the decision-making process. Whether you are buying bullion or bank notes, the prices will vary depending on a number

Is It Important to Know the Price of Gold Per Gram and Per Kilo?

It is important to know the spot Gold price per gram and Gold price per kilo so you can have the best purchasing power available.

Historic Precious Metals Price Spikes

Understanding historical price chart movements is ideal when determining your next investment. Here, APMEX will show the historic Gold, Silver, Platinum, and Palladium price spikes

Is Today’s Gold Price Worth It?

One of the most important reasons people buy Gold is because it helps balance their portfolio. Gold's value often increases with economic downturns, the devaluation

Why Buy Platinum?

Why buy Platinum? Because Platinum is rare and in high demand. It’s also under valued as compared to Gold. Common Platinum Coins are Platinum Eagle

Why Buy Gold?

As more people begin looking into Gold, many may wonder why they should buy Gold. APMEX answers this questions and discusses how to buy Gold