Gold Market Insights

Tag: EBay

  • ☆ Gold Sovereigns.

    The sovereign was unique among coins in that it had no denomination, or currency value printed on the coin. Its value was tied to the pound Sterling, which was tied to the gold standard of £3/17s/10 1/2d for a standard ounce of gold. It contained one pound’s (£1) worth of gold (20 shillings), or, 22…

  • ☆ Is it safe to buy gold from eBay?

    While there’s nothing inherently wrong with buying from eBay, it’s essential to acknowledge that most coins listed there come with a higher premium. This is because the seller, eBay, and PayPal all take their share of the transaction. For instance, if a seller offers a sovereign on eBay for $550, it might be available for…

  • Have you ever observed how online dealers often manipulate their posted spot prices, tacking on an extra hidden premium of around $10?

    It`s one of the key points of contention among investors is the discrepancy in posted spot prices across different platforms. While spot price is ostensibly a universal benchmark, the reality is far more nuanced, as evidenced by the insights shared by users in online forums and communities. Users have noted the intriguing phenomenon of differing…

  • Apmex, US Gold Dealer.

    When it comes to assessing whether APMEX is overpriced, it’s clear that opinions vary. Many buyers note that compared to several other bullion dealers, APMEX tends to have higher prices on their website. However, some have discovered that APMEX offers better deals on platforms like eBay, where prices are notably more competitive. This difference in…