Silver Toning vs. Tarnish: What Causes It, When It Adds Value, and How to Clean Silver Coins

Toning or tarnish is a layer of corrosion that forms on the surface of silver and can affect the appearance and luster of the shiny metal. Natural versus artificial toning can effect any underlying numismatic value.

2019 Silver Proof Quarters: First .999 Fine Silver Set

The 2019 America the Beautiful Silver Proof Quarters Set is the first ever minted in .999 fine silver by the U.S. Mint. Each quarter honors a historic national site—from Lowell Mills to the River of No Return Wilderness. With over one troy ounce of silver in total and sold at low premiums over spot, this set is a must-have for silver stackers, coin collectors, and savvy investors.

The Best Scales for Weighing Gold and Silver: A Bullion Buyer’s Guide

best precious metal scales for weighing gold and silver

A precision digital scale is one of the most practical tools a gold or silver investor can own. It does not tell you everything about a coin or bar, but it tells you the one thing a counterfeiter cannot easily fake: whether the weight matches the specification. Gold and silver have specific densities. A fake … Read moreThe Best Scales for Weighing Gold and Silver: A Bullion Buyer’s Guide

Free shipping on bullion usually means higher premiums

Some online dealers offer free shipping on bullion when your purchase is over a certain amount. Is the shipping really free? Or is it somehow hidden in the higher premiums. The myth of free shipping on bullion when buying online When looking at the prices and premiums of online bullion one of the first things … Read moreFree shipping on bullion usually means higher premiums