“Junk” silver, or circulated coins valued for their silver content rather than face value, are increasingly sought-after. Because junk silver is recognizable, affordable and has convenient silver content, they are a good choice for survival silver collectors and investors of all kinds. There is a difference between silver bullion coins and rounds and junk silver….
12 Days of Christmas: Gifts for Preppers
On the seventh day of our Christmas guides, help your loved ones prepare for a crisis by offering gifts that will go beyond Christmas day. These products would be great in emergencies large and small. $100 Face Value 90% Junk Silver Really stock up on recognizable silver for bartering with a big mixed bag. If…
Ready for Anything: Winter Preparedness
Winter arrived at our offices in Dallas recently in a big way, with continuous sleet and an inch of ice. Ice and falling trees took out power for thousands of homes and cold temperatures made roads dangerous. It made us realize how tenuous things can be. Make sure you are ready for any situation with…
12 Days of Christmas: Gifts for Junk Silver Collectors
A gift of junk silver is no throwaway. Find the right pieces for the junk silver collector in your life with these choices from Provident Metals for the fourth day of Christmas. 40% Silver US. Kennedy Halves | $1 Face Value Add .715 troy ounces of silver and one of the most popular coin designs…
Funds for the Whole Family: Getting Kids Involved in Precious Metals Investing
When you’re passionate about investing in precious metals, it’s natural to want to share your enthusiasm with your family. But this investment strategy can be complicated when you want to teach your children–how do you explain backwardation to your 12-year-old? Or explain your interest in survival silver without giving your 5-year-old nightmares? Here are a…
2013: Copper Starts Strong, Weakens Thanks to Broader Selloff
After kicking off the year with better-than-expected trade data from China — and slow, ongoing economic recovery in the US — copper teamed up with other commodities in a sharp selloff last week. By market close on Friday, copper had retreated from its February high of $3.7820 per pound. During the first half of this…
