- Is this bar pure silver?
- Yes. It is stamped .999 fine, meaning 99.9 percent silver, with ten troy ounces of metal content.
- Is it a good size for a beginner?
- It can be. Ten ounces is a manageable single piece, though one-ounce coins are easier to sell in small amounts.
- Does it come with a certificate?
- Most Engelhard ten-ounce bars ship without an assay card or serial number. Authentication relies on weight, dimensions and testing.
- How is it different from a generic ten-ounce bar?
- The silver content is the same. The difference is the Engelhard name, which carries collector interest and is widely recognized on resale.
- Can it tarnish?
- Yes. Silver reacts with sulfur in air over time. Store it in a dry, sealed holder to slow tarnish.
- Is Engelhard still making silver bars?
- No. Engelhard exited the precious metals business, so these bars come from the secondary market.
- Where is the Engelhard Silver Bar (10 oz) cheapest?
- At APMEX, for $633.39, as of our latest check.