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United States
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Better deal to go to my local screwjob coin dealer and pay 40 an oz This line sounds funny but it is true. My local coin/hooby/ metal buyer has gotten a bit wiser and decided to drop the prices on ase/ run of the mills morgans and piece dollars because he wasn't selling any. He still mwants $6.00 over spot for ASE and $7.00 over spot for the later 2 items. OUch! |
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United States
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I'm sorry, but I keep getting distracted by this part: Quote:
I have a massive pile of silver coins and gold from my grandparents  |
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United States
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I want some pictures! As far as silver bars, at least in my opinion, you should get the bar with the lowest premium (that is, additional cost over the spot price of silver). Things that should have premiums are things with history and other value which in my head means coins or other memorabilia. The englehard bars have always had a good name, and sought after which is why they usually cost more then the base price of silver. But to me, if you are buying a bar you should not be paying to much over spot. Which is why I like silvertowne.com a lot. You can get bars at a great price with free shipping! Where APMEX has good prices, but expensive shipping which makes it almost not worth it unless you are getting bulk items. And remember, buying these arent spending money they are simply reallocating it! Just my opinions of course, you or others may feel different |
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United States
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And remember, buying these arent spending money they are simply reallocating it! Just my opinions of course, you or others may feel different Tell that to my wife! She calls all my silver "shiny trinkets". Does anybody else not get a lot of support from their spouse? |
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United States
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yes silvereye I get dogged out too. Quote:
Does anybody else not get a lot of support from their spouse?
Retired USAF 1983-2003
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01/08/2012 3:56 pm
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United States
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Canada
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My spouse has been FANTASTIC with everything except my wish to buy the 1921 Specimen set. That did not go over well at all.
I buy a lot from JM in Vancouver, trust has a value and I trust them. I don't buy silver per se but I buy a lot of gold with silver if you know what I mean.
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United States
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I have a question Ed B... One of the great things about collecting coins and bullion is the amazing variety of things available to buy. Items with great designs / artwork are likely to cost more than a simple 1-oz. silver round or bar. In some cases, it is worth the extra cost if we REALLY like the design. Otherwise, stick to the basic bar or round and get the most silver for your money. Quote:
Does anybody else not get a lot of support from their spouse? My wife doesn't really care if I buy silver or not. It's pretty much my thing and not hers. I am spending my own money, which we keep separate. We have a hers, mine, and ours thing going as far as money is concerned. As long as I can fund the "ours" fund that pays the household bills, she doesn't care what I spend on my hobby.  Quote:
And remember, buying these arent spending money they are simply reallocating it! Just my opinions of course, you or others may feel different Amen to that, Bro! Buying silver, for me anyway, is not spending money. It is merely converting one form of money into another. Uncle Ben notwithstanding, silver and gold ARE money... and have been for thousands of years. If I convert $1000 worth of intrinsically worthless Federal Reserve Notes paper into $1000 worth of REAL money silver, it is a terrifically good deal, IMHO.  Quote:
Im finding most places don't ship to Canada, or they want waaaayyyy to much for it. Yes, that can be a problem but it is one that is easily understood. Cross border shipping is a genuine pain in the neck, so lots of places are either not willing to do it at all or they want to be paid for their extra effort. Not sure what the problems are but probably have to do with differences in shipping rules between USA and Canada requiring more forms or some such before the package can get from here to there. Both governments should address this so that shipping across the border is no different than shipping the same items in-country. |
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I did some research and the closest dealer to me is a 25 minute drive. So these days with gas prices I may as well just pay $12-$20 in shipping. I still havent purchased any. I'm still looking around at the sites suggested here. I'll probably only spend $200ish on my first purchase.
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United States
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I figure Silvertowne with free shipping on these miner bars 5 oz. are the best bang for your silver bar buck.... If you want to spend 200, you could get another 1 oz. bar taking your total to 6 oz. at right at 200 bucks.... http://www.silvertowne.com/p-11651-...ver-bar.aspx |
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Canada
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thanks silverhawk for providing that. I just purchased it now. Just went with that 5 oz bar :)
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Rest in Peace
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Doesn't tulving have a $5000 minimum?
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Valued Member
United States
333 Posts |
Tulving has a minimum on each product. For 1000 ounce bars, the minimum is 1. So have at it!
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Valued Member
Canada
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Well I see the bar I purchased is a little bit more now. Instead of 159 its 163.50. Just to add, I went to the casino yesterday and won $75 and put it on my credit card to help pay for the silver bar. Soo it makes me feel like I only paid $84 for the 5 oz silver because it was freeeeee money!
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