Silver Bars vs. Silver Coins: Which Is the Better Investment?
Silver bars cost 5–15% less per ounce than coins, but coins sell faster and stand up better in IRAs. Compare premiums, liquidity, and storage tradeoffs.
Silver bars cost 5–15% less per ounce than coins, but coins sell faster and stand up better in IRAs. Compare premiums, liquidity, and storage tradeoffs.
These lunar-themed bars occupy a unique niche in the bullion market, combining the investment utility of gold bars with the cultural significance and collector appeal of the 12-year zodiac cycle.
Engelhard returns to bullion. Under license from BASF ECMS, MKS PAMP Group is relaunching classics—the 1 oz Silver Prospector, a 1/10 oz gold Prospector, a 3 oz cast bar, and a Liberty bar set (APMEX exclusive). This piece covers Engelhard’s history, why vintage Prospectors earn premiums, and how MKS PAMP’s portfolio supports liquidity and confidence for today’s buyers.
A-Mark’s acquisition of Stack’s Bowers is another sign of the continued consolidation of the industry and should be a growing concern for collectors and investors alike.
The Year of the Snake Gold Bars provide a unique opportunity to invest in high-quality gold while celebrating the 2025 Lunar New Year.
The Year of the Snake is one of the 12 zodiac animals in the Chinese lunar calendar. Recurring every 12 years and traditionally thought to be associated with traits of intelligence, gracefulness, and often associated with qualities like wisdom and intuition.
Costco’s success with gold prompted the retailer to expand its offerings by introducing platinum bars at competitive prices.
By increasing production capacity in North America, the group is well-positioned to capitalize on strong investment demand in the U.S. and other resilient markets.
Divisible gold bars are a practical investment that easily split into smaller segments without compromising their purity or integrity.
The Switzerland based refinery’s solar installation covers an area of more than 2000 square meters with an annual production of around 519.7 MWh of electricity. This has helped the company reduce CO2 emissions by 41%.