premiums for standard 1 oz items are typically lower, often between 1% and 5%. 2. Choose Your Format: Coins vs. Bars vs. Rounds
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: Issued by government mints (e.g., American Eagles, Canadian Maple Leafs). These are highly liquid and universally recognized, though they carry higher premiums. premiums for standard 1 oz items are typically
: Best for large-scale investing. Bars from accredited refiners like PAMP Suisse or Valcambi offer the lowest premiums but can be harder to "break" if you only want to sell a small amount. buy physical silver and gold
: The dealer's markup over spot to cover minting, shipping, and profit.