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Valued Member
United States
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*** Moved by Staff to a more appropriate forum.  ***Hey guys, Any feedback from members regarding buying from APMEX? I'm mainly looking at 19th and 20th century silver coins and silver rolls. I'm getting the sense they may be a little pricier than some competitors, but perhaps they make up for it with their huge inventory and selection. I'm also not really buying as an investment to flip later, this is more for enjoyment, to add to my holdings, and hopefully keep forever. The prices seem to be in line with what I'd expect, but I'm concerned that my lack of experience could end up costing me. Any advice or things I should watch out for? For context, I haven't added any coins to my collection in probably 15-20 years, and I may spend around $500 or so. (I hope I'm posting in the correct forum/sub-forum.) Thanks
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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I've bought coins from APMEX. As you've pointed out they're a bit on the pricey side, but they're extremely reliable. Every once in a while they will have deals on something I want though that puts them in the ballpark. I have to stress though I've never bought numismatic items from them though, only bullion related items. |
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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Have you tried buying from a local Gold/Silver buyer? I used to buy lots of 90% silver from a buyer. I bought lots of older Morgan dollars, Barber coins, W.L. Halves & AU coins, for they weren't in the coin collecting aspect of it. Best of luck. |
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 United States
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I would like to second what @how has said as that has been my experience as well.
"If you climb a good tree, you get a push."
-----Ghanaian proverb
"The danger we all now face is distinguishing between what is authentic and what is performed."
-----King Adz
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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Quality bullion dealer and I always check there if theres a coin I just need to have. APMEX is a major source of Mexican coinage so I'm always surfing them. They do know what it is they are selling so dont expect any big deals slipping thru on high end coins. On the other hand I consider them fair and honorable. |
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Valued Member
United States
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I must be in the minority with them. They double charged me on an order a few years ago and it took them forever to refund my money. No apologies, no nothing. After that I used Hero Bullion and had no problems.
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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I must be in the minority with them. They double charged me on an order a few years ago and it took them forever to refund my money. No apologies, no nothing. After that I used Hero Bullion and had no problems. I'm sorry that happened to you. And surprised. I too use Heros. Very fast shipping but smaller inventory. I recently ordered coins from both with no problems. |
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Bedrock of the Community
United States
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I have bought a lot of coins from APMEX since 2019 and I have never had a problem. They have a large inventory and a quick turn around time. It's not uncommon to receive my package a day or two before their estimated delivery date. |
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