Ep.6 - Old Silver Bars That are Worth a Fortune with Michael Mayer #money #silver #numismatics

Where you can find Michael and Elevented, Inc:email: [email protected]: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576739793406FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/599345052338040Where you can find Cabbage Coins:https://cabbagecoins.com/https://www.instagram.com/cabbage_coins/Have questions, or want to inquire on buying or selling coins? Send me an email: [email protected] the content? Consider buying me a Coffee:https://buymeacoffee.com/cabbagecoinsKeywordsvintage silver ingots, precious metals, Engelhard, Silvertown, coin collecting, market trends, bar characteristics, collector insights, Facebook Live shows, numismatics, assay bar, assay ingot, stacking silverSummaryIn this engaging conversation, Tony Gryckiewicz and Michael Mayer delve into the fascinating world of vintage silver ingots, exploring their definitions, characteristics, and market trends. They discuss the importance of hallmarks, the evolution of vintage bars, and the unique aspects that make certain pieces highly collectible. The conversation also touches on the dynamics of the collector's market, the role of social media in trading, and the future of vintage silver collecting.TakeawaysMichael Mayer is the president and founder of Elevented Inc.Vintage silver ingots are generally defined as those made before 1990.The demand for poured ingots is higher than for pressed ingots.Hallmarks significantly affect the value of vintage bars.Engelhard bars are considered foundational in the vintage market.Collectors often seek unique characteristics in their ingots.Market valuations can fluctuate based on silver prices.Facebook Live shows provide a platform for diverse product offerings.The collector's journey is personal and unique to each individual.The vintage silver ingot market is still in its early stages.TitlesExploring Vintage Silver IngotsThe Art of Collecting Vintage BarsSound bites"The market is in its earliest stages.""This is a very rare piece of US history.""Help is free; just reach out."Chapters00:00 Introduction to Vintage Silver Ingots02:52 Defining Vintage Silver Ingots06:10 The Evolution of Vintage Bars08:57 Characteristics of Vintage Poured Bars11:43 The Importance of Hallmarks14:48 Market Trends and Valuations17:38 Engelhard and Silvertown Bars20:44 The Collector's Perspective23:41 Rare and Unique Bars26:42 The Role of Facebook Live Shows29:49 Conclusion and Future Insights