Silver has historically been a go-to asset for investors looking for protection from inflation or economic uncertainty. Although there are several other types of silver you can invest in — such as coins or bars — silver rounds deserve their consideration as well. (Asahi Refining is a reputable name in the precious metals industry as amongst the silver…
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Silver and Gold Premiums Soar
After threats of tariffs by United States President Donald Trump, the precious metals industry has been thrown in a frenzy with countries and citizens alike, in all corners of the world, scrambling to secure as much physical silver and gold as possible. Prior to the tariff threats being made it was seemingly only countries in…
A Desperate Scramble for Precious Commodities
Every proceeding year since the lockdowns of 2020 the world has been shown more and more the true value of real tangible commodities such as the food we eat, the roof over our head, the clothes on our back, critical minerals that power daily items, and of course, one of the most important commodities to…
Understanding the Value of Silver Scrap
Scrap silver usually lies in the drawer, never used, but it is a hidden treasure. Be it an old necklace, some tarnished silverware, or coins covered with dust—the value of these things can be great. Let’s explore what makes silver scrap valuable and precisely how you can turn it into cash. What Is Scrap Silver?…
Assaying of Precious Metals: The Importance of Proper Analysis before Sale
Assaying is a process meant to determine, with accuracy, the precious metal composition or content, be it gold, silver, platinum, or other metals, when one intends to sell such metals. In essence, assaying is important since it will guarantee transparency for a given seller and buyer who are dealing with each other in a given…