TOP 5 SILVER INVESTMENTS
Silver bullion is an affordable option which appeals to two different types of investors:
• Medium to long-term investors will be attracted by its recent track record as silver has outperformed all other types of investment over the last four years.
• Investors with a speculative nature will enjoy the opportunity to make substantial profits due to the consistently fluctuating silver price.
Whatever your reason for investing in silver bullion, this guide to our top five best-selling silver products will help you to decide which is most suited to your needs.
All silver bullion is subject to 20% VAT.
1. 1oz Silver Maple
The Canadian Maple silver coin is one of the most easily recognised bullion coins in the world. It offers excellent value for money and is easy to buy and sell, appealing to those who are unconcerned with Capital Gains Tax. The 1oz Silver Maple is popular with first-time investors and with those spending between £100 and £5000.
1 oz Silver Maple Facts
• Origin: Canada
• Manufacturer: Canadian Mint
• Fine weight: 1 troy ounce (31.1g)
• Gross weight: 31.1g
• Purity: 99.99% pure silver
2. 1oz Silver Britannia
The Silver Britannia is the only silver coin which is free from Capital Gains Tax and it therefore appeals to British investors as well as those spending £10,000 to £50,000 plus. Larger investors often combine Silver Britannia’s with their gold investments to diversify their portfolio.
Silver Britannia Facts
• Origin: United Kingdom
• Manufacturer: Royal Mint
• Fine weight: 1 troy ounce (31.1g)
• Gross weight: 32.54g
• Purity: 95.8% pure silver.
3. 1oz Silver Eagles
One of the most commonly recognised and attractive silver coins in the world, the American Silver Eagle is easy to buy and sell. It is popular with investors of all sizes who are unconcerned with Capital Gains Tax, from first-time buyers to long term investors and those adding to their bullion portfolios.
1oz Silver Eagle facts
• Origin: United States of America
• Manufacturer: United States Mint
• Fine weight: 1 troy ounce (31.1g)
• Gross weight: 31.1010g
• Purity: 99.9% pure silver
4. 1oz Silver Philharmonic
With a low unit price, the beautifully designed Austrian Silver Philharmonic 1oz coin is popular amongst investors of all sizes who are unconcerned with Capital Gains Tax. First minted in 1989, it was one of the world’s most popular coins during the 1990s and is still a favourite with first-time and larger investors who are looking to hedge their gold bullion and diversify their portfolios.
1oz Silver Philharmonic facts
• Origin: Austria
• Manufacturer: Austrian Mint
• Fine weight: 1 troy ounce (31.1g)
• Gross weight: 31.1g
• Purity: 99.9% pure silver
5. 1 Kg Silver Bar
The 1kg silver bar is favoured by investors of all sizes who are unconcerned with Capital Gains Tax and who want the best value for money to match their budget. Small investors often buy single or multiple units as a long-term investment and larger investors who like a mix of unit sizes in their portfolio consider the 1kg silver bar to be an ideal choice.
1 Kg Silver Bar facts
• Origin: Switzerland and Belgium
• Manufacturer: Hareaus and Umicore
• Fine weight: 32.15 troy ounces (1000g)
• Gross weight: 1000g
• Purity: 99.9% pure silver
If you need further assistance, get in touch with our knowledgeable Customer Services Team. They can give you friendly advice and will talk to you about your needs and which of our silver bullion products is best for you.
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