APMEX Junk Silver Buying Guide

If you are worried about hyperinflation, you have probably considered buying silver. And one of the best types of silver to buy is junk silver. If you are looking to buy junk silver online, then you have probably heard of APMEX. This guide will show you how to find junk silver on the APMEX and advise you as to what you should buy to meet your needs.

About APMEX

APMEX stands for the American Precious Metals Exchange. APMEX is one of the country's largest gold and silver dealers. Based in Oklahoma City, APMEX has been selling gold and silver bullion since 1999. APMEX Is regarded as one of the most reputable bullion dealers in the country.

What is junk silver?

For those new to silver, you may not know exactly what is junk silver. Junk silver are coins minted by the United States about 40 to 80 years ago. These coins used to contain actual silver. Todays nickels, dimes and quarters contain no silver (thanks to inflation). These old nickels, dimes and quarters can contain anywhere from 30% to 90% silver. People love junk silver because you don't have to worry about the quality of the coin. The value is in the silver content of each coin. And junk silver has the lowest price over spot. Also, junk silver coins are great "emergency" money in case of a bank closing or hyperinflation. In countries that have experienced hyperinflation, coins with silver content becomes the de facto preferred currency.

How to find junk silver at APMEX:

It can be a little tricky to find junk silver on APMEX since the site does not use the term. However, you can find the dealer's selection of junk silver by following these steps.

• Go to Apmex.com
• Find the "bullion" menu on the right sidebar of the home page.
• Click on "silver"
• Click on the third photo on the top row on the selection of silver products. The photo will be of a bag with the title "Silver Coins 90%, 40% and war nickels).
• You will arrive at the main page for junk silver coins

Types of junk silver available at APMEX:

• 90% Silver Bags (Generic) - These bags contain coins that have 90% silver content. These bags will contain multiple types of coins from dime, quarters or half dollars. Or they contain all dimes, quarters or half-dollars. However, every coin will contain 90% silver. This is a great low-cost way to buy junk silver. You can find bags that contain anywhere from a couple ounces of silver in a bag to 375 ounces of silver.
• 90% Silver Bags (Specific Coins) - These bags will contain 90% silver coins and you will have the choice of what type of coins you want in the bag. These bags cost a little more. But you will have a uniform group of coins that will make it easier for you to keep track of your junk silver holdings. Some of the coins you can chose from are Morgan Dollars, Peace Silver Dollars, Liberty Walking Half Dollars, Franklin Half Dollars, Kennedy Half Dollars and Mercury Dimes.
• 90% Coin Rolls (Specific Coins) - For those who want a smaller amount of junk silver in rolls, you can chose to buy junk silver rolls. Some of the rolls available include 20 Morgan dollars per roll, 20 Barber Half Dollars per roll, 20 Walking Liberty Halves per rolls and 50 Mercury Dimes per roll.
• 40% Silver Coins (Coins, rolls and bags) - For those who are interested in 40% silver coins, you can purchases these in bags, coins and rolls.
• 35% War Nickels (Bags) - You can also find 35% silver "war nickels" in bags

Buying Process:

When you select the type of junk silver you wish to buy, add the amount into your cart and checkout to lock in your price. It is important that you send in your payment promptly to ensure you get your order at your locked in price. If you delay your payment, APMEX reserves the right to cancel the order. You can pay for your order with a credit card, check, or wire transfer.

Money Saving Tip:

One great way to save money at APMEX is to sign up for their e-mail. The company will occasionally e-mail, people on their list, discount codes that are available for a limited time. These codes are usually sent around the holidays and on days when there is a plunge in the silver market.

Summary

APMEX is one the best places to buy junk silver. The dealer has a large inventory and a helpful staff. Be sure to research which type of junk silver best fits your needs before you make your final purchase.