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Basing that on seeing a dealer make a fake bar ring like solid silver and at the same time not being able to get a ping out of a pure silver RCM 100oz. |
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Quote:Basing that on seeing a dealer make a fake bar ring like solid silver and at the same time not being able to get a ping out of a pure silver RCM 100oz. Even if I saw that myself I wouldn't necessarily believe it... certaintly not without: A) solid confirmation that the 'pingless' silver bar was in fact all pure 100% silver B) detailed information on exactly how the fake bar wasn't genuine (lead filled, less pure alloy, etc.). Still, I think we agree that it's always a good idea to make sure any bullion you buy is as advertised. What method of testing silver for authenticity do you consider the most reliable? |
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I assume we are looking for the quick and dirty as oppose to the absolutely most reliable. If the latter, drill holes + acid test. For doing a quick assessment I use density + visual. If the bar questioned is the exact dimension as a real one, it should weigh the same.
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I assume we are looking for the quick and dirty as oppose to the absolutely most reliable. If the latter, drill holes + acid test. For doing a quick assessment I use density + visual. If the bar questioned is the exact dimension as a real one, it should weigh the same. Correct assumption, and I agree those are reliable methods. I'm considering getting an ultrasound unit. Edited by auptpdag1995
12/24/2012 12:37 am
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That's a beauty, poboxw! Any idea about the date and mintage?
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now thats the first time I've seen a pic of the 100oz RCM old bar! I Likesy. |
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So the bar that was in question here earlier....I went back to see if he still had it and he did and I was mistaken it was one that was identical to pobox picture...with serial number 012312...got it for 320$...from what people are saying this seems to be a really good deal...any idea what they go for on average
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You can bank on getting 480-525 at today's price.....and if you are little bit patient, probably get around 550-575. Personally I want to say $320 and buy it from you....  Cant do that though...too honest. I've been wanting a 10oz RCM bar for a long time now because I like them and am patriotic...almost wish you would trade me for it. I would send you a PM but your e-mail through CCF is turned off. You mentioned he had more than 1. Edited by samsnate
12/26/2012 10:15 pm
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Haha thanks samsnate...I would like to enjoy it for a little...and you must of misunderstood or I wrote it wrong but he only had one....trust me from what all you all were saying I would of bought more if he had them....il remember you though if I ever want to sell it or if he gets another one ill send ya a PM to work out a deal
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 sounds good to me! |
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Posted 12/23/2012 11:52 pm
