Both Gold and Silver prices have been heavily manipulated, but silver is more manipulated based on the historical silver/gold ratio. For this reason, many people focus on silver for the higher potential upside moves.
IMO, the focus should be on weight rather than numismatic value. IOW, a pretty coin melts to the same puddle as a generic silver round. I buy the cheapest stuff for my desired weight.
A 'monstor box' is a standard quantity of 500 ounces and is a reasonable goal for many people. If within your means, this would be a reasonable goal as you stack. You can make purchases on-line 10 or 20 ounces at a time.
While some prefer purchasing from LCS (local coin shops), others like me have preferred on-line purchases shipped by US Mail.
Many good sources. I've received good results from apmex.com but there are many excellent suppliers.
APMEX has the best selection options but if you’re buying for weight like you said check out sdbullion.com. They may not have every option in every weight but they are hands down the cheapest by weight.
Gold is being pushed down to a 3mo low. I feel on purpose due to the BRICS gathering coming up next week. Silver is hanging on though. It’s time to watch the Gold/Silver ratio. Silver is still more attractive 82/1 gold to silver but the gap is closing. I don’t think it get there but If it gets close to 50/1 it’s time to switch to gold.
Both Gold and Silver prices have been heavily manipulated, but silver is more manipulated based on the historical silver/gold ratio. For this reason, many people focus on silver for the higher potential upside moves. IMO, the focus should be on weight rather than numismatic value. IOW, a pretty coin melts to the same puddle as a generic silver round. I buy the cheapest stuff for my desired weight. A 'monstor box' is a standard quantity of 500 ounces and is a reasonable goal for many people. If within your means, this would be a reasonable goal as you stack. You can make purchases on-line 10 or 20 ounces at a time.
While some prefer purchasing from LCS (local coin shops), others like me have preferred on-line purchases shipped by US Mail. Many good sources. I've received good results from apmex.com but there are many excellent suppliers.
APMEX has the best selection options but if you’re buying for weight like you said check out sdbullion.com. They may not have every option in every weight but they are hands down the cheapest by weight.
Gold is being pushed down to a 3mo low. I feel on purpose due to the BRICS gathering coming up next week. Silver is hanging on though. It’s time to watch the Gold/Silver ratio. Silver is still more attractive 82/1 gold to silver but the gap is closing. I don’t think it get there but If it gets close to 50/1 it’s time to switch to gold.