The Refiner’s Fire: Ancient Wisdom for Modern Wealth
And he shall sit as a refiner and purifier of silver…” – Malachi 3:3 (KJV) “…if I will not open
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Investing in silver is a smart investment choice for many reasons. Silver, often overshadowed by its shimmering companion, gold, is more affordable, making it accessible to a wider range of investors. Silver has been a proven hedge against economic uncertainties as a powerful protector of wealth. Its worldwide use in various industrial applications, from electronics to renewable energy, creates a strong demand, making it a strong hedge to hold its value.
Did you know that silver is a natural antibacterial metal? It has been used for centuries to fight infection. Because of its vast properties for use in industrial, technological, and health applications, silver maintains its high demand.
Silver combines traditional investment as a precious metal with industrial uses, which can potentially lead to significant increases in value. As a finite and affordable metal, these demands can increase its value for long-term investments.
Like gold, silver is a reliable protection against inflation and currency devaluation. It is an essential component of a diversified portfolio.
Silver is a foundational component for a diversified portfolio. Adding silver, along with gold, is an excellent way to establish a foundation for your investment portfolio.
Understanding the terms spot and premium is essential to silver investing. The spot price is the price at which silver trades and the premium is the trade fee or cost over spot prices. Tracking spot prices and obtaining silver with the lowest premium ensures the best investment practices for precious metals.
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Similar to investing in gold, there are various bullion options to consider when investing in silver. Silver bullion comes in bars, coins, and rounds circulated pre-’65 US 90% silver coins. This section will help you determine which options are right for you.
Silver bars are a popular way to invest in silver due to their uniform size and typically lower premiums, making them an easy asset to handle, stack, and store. Standard-size bars are typically .999 fine (99.9%pure) and come in standard sizes like 1-oz, 5-oz, 10-oz, and 100-oz. Additionally, 1,000-oz bars are recommended for IRA silver investments, but they can be difficult to handle due to their weight. Overall, silver bars with recognized hallmarks are readily accepted for resale, making them easy to convert to cash.
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The technical definition of a bullion coin is a coin minted by a government and assigned a face value and considered legal tender. For bullion investments, the face value provides an additional layer of protection, but as with all bullion, the value of the coin is in the metal weight. These coins are popular among investors for their exquisite designs and historical context. The most popular US-minted coin is the 1-oz American Silver Eagle.
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Understanding the difference between a coin and a round can be confusing when first investing in silver. Simply stated, a “round” is a coin-like 1-oz bullion piece created by private refineries. Unlike bullion coins, bullion rounds are not considered legal tender and have no face value, but still have tangible investment value, which unusually results in lower premiums. Rounds are a great bullion option as investors can get various designed rounds, like the ever-popular Buffalo Indian Head or Mercury Head. Overall, coins and rounds are a great choice for investors seeking a divisible option to buy and sell in smaller quantities.
While commonly called “junk silver,” pre-1965 dimes and quarters are literally worth their weight in silver. Prior to 1965, the US minted quarters and dimes with 90% silver. While these coins have no collector or numismatic value and will be smelted to obtain their pure silver content, they are another option for buying bullion at low premiums. At CMIGS, we buy and sell Junk Silver for the value of its silver content.
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And he shall sit as a refiner and purifier of silver…” – Malachi 3:3 (KJV) “…if I will not open
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