Silver

Uncover the fascinating dynamics and investment potential of silver. Whether you’re a seasoned investor or new to silver investing, we equip you with essential insights, strategies, and considerations to navigate silver investments with confidence and clarity.

How to Use the Specific Gravity of Silver to Test Purity 

How to Use the Specific Gravity of Silver to Test Purity 

Learn how to use the specific gravity method to test your silver coins, jewelry, or silverware!
Silver Philharmonics vs Silver Eagles: Which is Better for Investors? 

Silver Philharmonics vs Silver Eagles: Which is Better for Investors? 

Silver Philharmonics and American Eagles coins are financial instruments and symbols of cultural and national pride. However, which one offers…
Silver Rounds Vs. Coins Comparison

Silver Rounds Vs. Coins Comparison

Should you invest in silver coins or silver rounds? This article explains the distinct advantages of each as an investment.

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How To Tell If Your Silver Is Real Or Fake?

Whether buying from the secondary market, receiving a gift or inheriting coins, you may not know if your silver is legitimate. Try these at home
The obverse and reverse of a Silver American Eagle for an article titled "How to Store Silver."

How to Store Silver

When storing your silver, keeping condition, space, and security in mind is important to create the best solution for you.
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What is Silver Stacking?

We hear about Silver Stackers today, but do we know who they really are, or what they do? It is a common question among those

The Basics of Investing in Silver

When considering the live price of Silver and whether to invest, you will want to know the basics with help from APMEX. The price on
affordable investments: american silver eagles

Affordable Investments: American Silver Eagles

First released in 1986, the American Silver Eagle is the United States' official Silver bullion coin. Silver Eagles are also IRA-eligible, as they meet the

What is a Silver IRA?

Some financial influencers are fans of Silver IRAs. Find out what they are, how they work and how they differ from other types of IRAs.

Why Silver is a Good Place to Start Investing

Investing in Precious Metals is a good hedge against inflation, but Silver offers things Gold, Platinum, and Palladium do not: flexibility, price and increasing practical

How To Store Silver Bars

Want to make your Silver bar storage situation top-notch? This guide outlines how to store Silver bars safely and securely.
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What is Fine Silver?

Explore the world of fine silver. Learn how it's produced, its applications, investment insights and more today!

Is it Possible to Buy Silver at Spot Price?

The Silver spot price is constantly changing. Learn about buying Silver at its spot price and what spot price versus premium means with APMEX!

How is the Silver Spot Price Set?

The Silver Spot Price is determined by several factors that influence the Precious Metals market. APMEX explains what those factors are and what it means
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Could The Price of Silver Ever Reach $1,000 Per Ounce?

Could the price of silver ever surpass $1000 per ounce? Some speculators may hope so, but it is unlikely. We will explain why.

Silver Price Per Ounce Today

When you look at the APMEX Silver price chart and you're deciding on when to invest, consider all the many uses for Silver. Demand like

How to Buy Silver: For New Investors

New to buying silver? Learn about the market, what to buy, how to buy, and when to buy silver.
How are gold coins made? Explore the intricate world of gold coin minting, from design conception to exquisite finishes.
Learn how to test platinum at home to uncover the authenticity of your platinum through a series of steps.
When it comes to gold and silver: which is heavier? Learn more about the density debate.
Compares the density of gold and platinum and how their differences may apply to uses, rarity, market price, and other factors influencing investment choices.
Silver tarnishing, also known as toning, is very common but can impact the appearance and value of your silver items. Learn more about what causes
Unlike paper currency and other types of investments, Precious Metals hold intrinsic value defined by their molecular makeup. The same Gold element listed on the
Supply and demand is one of the main reasons why many Precious Metal buyers choose to invest in Silver. Learn about the demand behind Silver
You hear about niobium all the time, but we do not necessarily know what it is or what uses it has. There is numismatic and
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Silver’s uses in commerce and investment are well known. But what other factors drive demand?
The Gold symbol, the AU element, has unique properties that make it desirable. Learn how the Gold periodic table placement gives clues to these properties,
The Platinum bullion value is high because of its scarcity and its use in industrial applications. Platinum is mined in very few places around the
The world’s gold supply, totaling 244,000 metric tons, could fill about 3.5 Olympic-sized swimming pools. Discover where gold is mined globally, and learn about mines
As coin collectors or investors, we do not think about how the coin came to pass. In knowing where it came from or what the
Many of us may remember our science class when we learned about metals. There are many differences between precious metals vs. base metals, which are
What is a nugget? Discover the fascinating origins, types, and history of precious metal nuggets like gold and silver, and where you can find nuggets
Fuel cell self-driving cars generate electricity from a chemical reaction between hydrogen and oxygen, using Platinum or Palladium as a catalyst.
Learn how to convert all measurements including how many grams in an ounce of Gold. How many grams a 100 oz Silver bar is or
Platinum Group Metals, an assortment of six rare, naturally occurring elements, have been sought after since at least 700 B.C.E. Known for their beauty, high
Steel, fiberglass and rubber are all commonly recognized components in modern automobiles, but you can also find a substantial amount of Precious Metals in cars.
There are Precious Metals in electronics that are essential in helping them run. From cell phones to televisions there are amount of Precious Metals in

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What is Bullion?

Gold, Silver, Platinum, and Palladium all come in various forms and sizes to create a variety of options for investors and collectors.  

What Is an Eagle

Since the U.S. Mint’s American Eagle program began in 1986, Gold and Silver Eagles have remained a popular choice among both investors and collectors

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