Gold confiscation – it’s a myth that too many gold investors have been caught by in years past. That myth of course is perpetuated by dealers out to make a quick buck. They claim certain coins (i.e. bullion) can be confiscated by the government. Therefore, you should purchase more expensive coins that can’t be. This…
Copper Bullion Investment Made Simple
It can be easy to forget about copper when considering an investment in precious metals. Unlike gold and silver, it’s rare to see a TV commercial promoting copper bullion products. And with a few clicks of the mouse, you’ll discover dealers rarely market or even offer copper coins and bars. Moral of the story? Strike…
Why are Premiums for Copper Bullion So High?
To further our discussion about copper as a viable investment option, we wanted to touch on a recurring question we get at Provident Metals. Most people know that precious metal coins and bars come with premiums attached. In other words, the actual price you pay for a silver coin (like the American Silver Eagle, for…
Premiums for Bullion – Getting the Most Bang for Your Buck
When shopping for bullion, it’s pretty easy to determine the premium of the specific item you’re looking at. The premium is the amount at which something is valued in addition to that particular bullion’s spot price. These costs are a result of numerous factors which are primarily demand driven and vary on a per product…
