XRF testing does no damage and most dealers/pawn shops have them.
Do you know if handheld x-ray units are sure-fire, or is a more elaborate device required to ensure accuracy? Would be great to have a reliable unit handy.
Topic: [SOLD] 5 Troy OZ 999 Silver Bar (Read 1813 times)
Do you know if handheld x-ray units are sure-fire, or is a more elaborate device required to ensure accuracy? Would be great to have a reliable unit handy.
Is there major risk of tarnishing the bar when 'home' testing? Are the rates reasonable to have a professional do it?
Unique way to home test without damaging .999 silver:
Hard boil an egg. Once finished, while egg is still hot, mush it up and put on a plate. Place silver near egg and wrap up with saran wrap, so mostly air tight. (Could also use Tupperware or anything that keeps air from escaping whatever you are using.) The sulfur gases released from the egg will turn the .999 silver coloring into a beautiful rainbow.
To return back into shiny silver color again. Wash with a little soap in warm water, dip in acetone for 3-5 seconds. Rinse off with water....and .999 silver back to original condition, undamaged.
EDIT: If you have children, it's a fun science experiment to do with them.
Can you eat the egg after?
I don't see why not...though, I have only tried this once (after seeing on Youtube) and I did not eat the egg.
I'm gonna try this without the silver bar and just eat the egg
Is there major risk of tarnishing the bar when 'home' testing? Are the rates reasonable to have a professional do it?
Unique way to home test without damaging .999 silver:
Hard boil an egg. Once finished, while egg is still hot, mush it up and put on a plate. Place silver near egg and wrap up with saran wrap, so mostly air tight. (Could also use Tupperware or anything that keeps air from escaping whatever you are using.) The sulfur gases released from the egg will turn the .999 silver coloring into a beautiful rainbow.
To return back into shiny silver color again. Wash with a little soap in warm water, dip in acetone for 3-5 seconds. Rinse off with water....and .999 silver back to original condition, undamaged.
EDIT: If you have children, it's a fun science experiment to do with them.
Can you eat the egg after?
I don't see why not...though, I have only tried this once (after seeing on Youtube) and I did not eat the egg.
Is there major risk of tarnishing the bar when 'home' testing? Are the rates reasonable to have a professional do it?
Unique way to home test without damaging .999 silver:
Hard boil an egg. Once finished, while egg is still hot, mush it up and put on a plate. Place silver near egg and wrap up with saran wrap, so mostly air tight. (Could also use Tupperware or anything that keeps air from escaping whatever you are using.) The sulfur gases released from the egg will turn the .999 silver coloring into a beautiful rainbow.
To return back into shiny silver color again. Wash with a little soap in warm water, dip in acetone for 3-5 seconds. Rinse off with water....and .999 silver back to original condition, undamaged.
EDIT: If you have children, it's a fun science experiment to do with them.
Can you eat the egg after?
XRF testing does no damage and most dealers/pawn shops have them.
Is there major risk of tarnishing the bar when 'home' testing? Are the rates reasonable to have a professional do it?
Unique way to home test without damaging .999 silver:
Hard boil an egg. Once finished, while egg is still hot, mush it up and put on a plate. Place silver near egg and wrap up with saran wrap, so mostly air tight. (Could also use Tupperware or anything that keeps air from escaping whatever you are using.) The sulfur gases released from the egg will turn the .999 silver coloring into a beautiful rainbow.
To return back into shiny silver color again. Wash with a little soap in warm water, dip in acetone for 3-5 seconds. Rinse off with water....and .999 silver back to original condition, undamaged.
EDIT: If you have children, it's a fun science experiment to do with them.
Assuming this works, it would only verify the authenticity of the outer surface of the silver item...many are silver plated, some even silver dipped, but the cores may not be authentic. Most bars require drilling and testing to verify undeniable silver content. A shame really...having to deal with all this fraud.
Is there major risk of tarnishing the bar when 'home' testing? Are the rates reasonable to have a professional do it?
Unique way to home test without damaging .999 silver:
Hard boil an egg. Once finished, while egg is still hot, mush it up and put on a plate. Place silver near egg and wrap up with saran wrap, so mostly air tight. (Could also use Tupperware or anything that keeps air from escaping whatever you are using.) The sulfur gases released from the egg will turn the .999 silver coloring into a beautiful rainbow.
To return back into shiny silver color again. Wash with a little soap in warm water, dip in acetone for 3-5 seconds. Rinse off with water....and .999 silver back to original condition, undamaged.
EDIT: If you have children, it's a fun science experiment to do with them.
Is there major risk of tarnishing the bar when 'home' testing? Are the rates reasonable to have a professional do it?
Is there a tip on how to verify this a real silver bar?
I found some people selling off of alibaba, not this design but others.
I found some people selling off of alibaba, not this design but others.
You can either test it yourself if you have the right equipment (Nitric acid will only test for as far as you file down on your silver, and it will turn a creamy color if it's silver) or take it to a professional to have it tested.
Is there a tip on how to verify this a real silver bar?
I found some people selling off of alibaba, not this design but others.
I found some people selling off of alibaba, not this design but others.
Well I can provide proof this was purchased from SilverTowne.com legitimately. Though as far as verifying that SilverTowne is selling legit Silver, I am unsure how I could do that outside of testing it myself.
You can be certain SilverTowne is selling legit silver. The question is providing proof that this was actually from SilverTowne. Receipt isn't a foolproof way. Someone can buy 1 bar from a reputable dealer just to have receipt, then sell dozens of fakes.
One shady guy on here tried to sell me a 1oz gold APMEX bar, and I nearly bought it. Now I'm not saying yours is fake (I'm sure it's the real deal), but I'm merely pointing out that just because it has a dealer's stamped brand on it doesn't mean it actually came from that dealer.
That makes sense when you put it that way. I was unaware people really went to such lengths to sell counter fit metals on here, especially in such low weight's. Currently the bar in the OP was sold to the user posted above you, however this is good knowledge to have for any future sales I make in this department, which is likely.
In the future, is there any 'proof' I could throw out in the initial offer to help ease a potential buyers mind?
Is there a tip on how to verify this a real silver bar?
I found some people selling off of alibaba, not this design but others.
I found some people selling off of alibaba, not this design but others.
Well I can provide proof this was purchased from SilverTowne.com legitimately. Though as far as verifying that SilverTowne is selling legit Silver, I am unsure how I could do that outside of testing it myself.
You can be certain SilverTowne is selling legit silver. The question is providing proof that this was actually from SilverTowne. Receipt isn't a foolproof way. Someone can buy 1 bar from a reputable dealer just to have receipt, then sell dozens of fakes.
One shady guy on here tried to sell me a 1oz gold APMEX bar, and I nearly bought it. Now I'm not saying yours is fake (I'm sure it's the real deal), but I'm merely pointing out that just because it has a dealer's stamped brand on it doesn't mean it actually came from that dealer.
Bought this from MrThePlague and tracking was provided through PM.
Is there a tip on how to verify this a real silver bar?
I found some people selling off of alibaba, not this design but others.
I found some people selling off of alibaba, not this design but others.
Well I can provide proof this was purchased from SilverTowne.com legitimately. Though as far as verifying that SilverTowne is selling legit Silver, I am unsure how I could do that outside of testing it myself.
Is there a tip on how to verify this a real silver bar?
I found some people selling off of alibaba, not this design but others.
I found some people selling off of alibaba, not this design but others.
You would have to take the bar to be XRF tested by a professional. It is really hard to buy silver/gold these days without having to test it.
Is there a tip on how to verify this a real silver bar?
I found some people selling off of alibaba, not this design but others.
I found some people selling off of alibaba, not this design but others.
Looking to sell one 5 Troy OZ 999 Silver bar.
$85 w/ free domestic (USA) shipping. Perfect condition and ready to ship the same day it's sold.
Escrow always an option if you so desire.
$85 w/ free domestic (USA) shipping. Perfect condition and ready to ship the same day it's sold.
Escrow always an option if you so desire.
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