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by Ian Parks

Everyone talks about getting cash for gold but many people forget that Silver is a precious metal with a high value too. You will have to collect more silver to get the same profits as gold as it's price per ounce is less. However this is precisely the reason why it could be a better choice for collecting and cashing in.

Many people don't value their own silver as much as gold, so if broken many will sell off for next to nothing or even throw away their silver. This means that you can often go to garage sales and places like eBay to pick up some great deals at much less than you will be able to sell it for.

So a great way to start is to find a dealer in your area or online, check the current price of silver and make sure they are buying inline with the price. Typically silver that needs refining will sell for up to 25% less than the current spot silver prices.

Gather up some of your old unwanted silver and then send it in to see how much you get quoted. It's your choice if you take the cash or get the silver back in your possession. This initial transaction / quote, even if very small will give you a great gauge of what to expect and allow you to make better decisions when you buy old and broken silver jewelry and coins.

No next step is to purchase a small set of starter scales that weigh accurately in grams or ounces. Great starter scales can be purchased for around $10.

Go gather your silver. Keep an eye on the quality as different quality will sell at different prices. Also check and see what other valuable metals may be included in the item... they may be of higher value than the silver. The trick is to go and get the best deals possible for the highest return.Then take it or send it to your dealer and collect your cash.

This is practically the same process for gold and after a few transactions you can start earning great money from just taking an initiative. Before you know it you will be dealing in all kinds of precious metals.

Want to learn more about how to buy gold and silver? Maybe start by looking into Silver Bullion Coins