Mark
Predaceous Stink Bug
OK, I just purchased my first three, 1ozt bars from APMEX. Total was $104.00. Now, that includes the silver at $2.99/bar over spot, $ .85/bar for the use of a credit card, then $12.95 total for S&H.
I, of course, realize that the more you purchase, the cheaper it is and I get the impression most investors probably spend a large amount with APMEX. Now, I plan at some time to invest a great deal in silver and as soon as I speak with my broker, I may do it sooner than later. I'm talking poundage. Here's my observation: For the little peddling amount I plan on buying from time to time now, an ounce here and an ounce there, (instead of spending my extra cash on fountain pens, stamps, Colt revolvers, and Winchesters - my hobbies), it appears to be cheaper to buy bars on e-Bay (like a "Buy It Now" of $34.00 with free shipping), than from, say APMEX. That is, of course, for the occasional odd bar. I do know to stay with known assayers. Just an observation.
I, of course, realize that the more you purchase, the cheaper it is and I get the impression most investors probably spend a large amount with APMEX. Now, I plan at some time to invest a great deal in silver and as soon as I speak with my broker, I may do it sooner than later. I'm talking poundage. Here's my observation: For the little peddling amount I plan on buying from time to time now, an ounce here and an ounce there, (instead of spending my extra cash on fountain pens, stamps, Colt revolvers, and Winchesters - my hobbies), it appears to be cheaper to buy bars on e-Bay (like a "Buy It Now" of $34.00 with free shipping), than from, say APMEX. That is, of course, for the occasional odd bar. I do know to stay with known assayers. Just an observation.
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