Coin Shop Owner Shows Easy Silver Testing Tricks - PROTECT YOURSELF

In this video I talk about Fake silver and fake gold with a local coin shop owner. In this coin shop video we talk about silver stacking and ways to test your silver. If you are worried about fake silver bars, fake silver coins, and fake silver eagles then this is the video for you. Counterfeit silver coins have become a huge problem and you need to protect yourself. The best way to avoid buying fake silver and gold is to shop at a coin dealer or coin store that tests their metals for authenticity. Buy your precious metals from a reputable coin shop. When it comes to fake gold coins and fake silver coins most of these are coming from China. For anyone interested in silver investing and buying silver from a bullion dealer make sure to check out your local coin shop and ask them questions about how to test your silver and gold. Make sure to check out Portland Precious Metals:
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[@Captiiva]

Imagine walking in with your fake silver and dude picks it up and flips it in the air and says that's fake got anything else?

[@Portlandpreciousmetals]

Most of the time I can tell its fake before they even pull it out of their pockets. from the other side of the room. When you handle these metals and products a lot you get to know them intimately. Get to know your metal. Grow your stack!

[@leechjim8023]

😂😂😂HAHAHA!

[@J-Rad-]

I really need to compliment this guy, he explained silver testing for the common person, better and more accuratly then the dozens of other videos I've watched on the subject, ....not everyone wants to spend thousands on equipment, kinda defeats the purpose of getting cheap silver, it becomes pricey if you can't test it cheaply and on the fly at times, pricey in that your buying fake silver or expensive testers ..Gl!

[@Portlandpreciousmetals]

Testers are just one tool in the tool box. I have had counterfeit 2.5 and 5 gram Pamp Fortuna bars test as real on the sigma so don't rely on just one method of testing. Also, Anything that has been sourced through the legitimate supply chain has virtually no risk, It is when it walks through the front door and bought over the counter that products need scrutiny. Grow your stack!

[@LegacyStacker]

Hi some feller! Yes, it's always great to be able to ensure your precious metals are genuine! There are many inexpensive tests you can do, weight test, diameter/thickness test, ping test, magnet test, slide test. 😎

[@JeffreyAllanBackowski]

I'm still trying to wrap my head around how they make sliver. I seen a video of a guy doing the process start to finish. Starts off with a rock with some green stuff on it, looked like dried up old hand soap, says the green stuff is silver. Melts it down, ads a bunch of another metal that looks exactly like sliver, pours in a bunch more of a different kind of metal that looks exactly like silver. Then he's like "ok that's pure silver" the amount he made was about equal to the other two metals he added... I don't understand... still trying to wrap my head around it. Probably lying about how they make it, like how they lie about gold. Force mercury to shed an electron voila! Gold. Do it again voila! Platinum.

[@Edward-tm1dm]

You can also test silver with an ice cube. An ice cube melts pretty quickly on silver. I don’t know if gold is the same. But other metals does not melt the cube as fast.

[@THEDRAGONBOOSTER8]

It is good to see that someone is reporting these fakes..

[@pmh1nic]

Very informative. The number of fakes is sickening. Stick with reputable dealers.

[@jimgoodreau1245]

No! Become your own expert!

[@pmh1nic]

@@jimgoodreau1245 Yes, but you don’t become an expert overnight.

[@ggb2385]

chyyyna sells fakes

[@pmh1nic]

@@jimgoodreau1245 And in the process get stuck with a bunch of fakes.

[@LysippeLee]

I started stacking a year ago and this is the best 'watch for fake silver' video I've seen. Thanks Portland Precious Metals and Coins & Silver Dragons.

[@Portlandpreciousmetals]

Silver is an element on the periodic table. The metal can't be faked but the product design can. Most fakes are really only good enough to fool you long enough to get your money in the scammers pocket. Then you get home, examine closer and call your LCS and ask them to test it for you. Numismatic coins are a whole different story though. Scammers have been counterfeiting coins ever since coins started being used. Grow your stack!

[@LegacyStacker]

Hi Michelle Sha! Yes, in the stacking community we want everyone to be safe, especially the new stackers! It's important to know that the coins we work hard to pay for, are genuine! 😎 Stay safe and keep on stacking!

[@stephenbrier5982]

This was the best explanation of how to check for fake coins I’ve ever seen. Portland Precious Metals is where I’m going for my next purchase.

[@BlaubartMT]

These interviews you do with local coin stores are awesome and I really appreciate them. Good information all around, and good exposure for the store owners. Win-Win!

[@GrandTreeChunker]

I really appreciate you two speaking about the physical properties of the metal, and that we should remember that we are buying an element with known properties. I found it very useful to have it laid out in a sequential list of tests of physical properties to tell if you have a fake or not. And how sophisticated fakes may pass one test, but there are still other physical ways to tell.

[@danssmokintreasures]

Just the though I might have fakes in my stack drive me crazy.

[@jimgoodreau1245]

You cant tell real from fakes? And you're buying silver? Stop and educate yourself first!

[@tntcyclespdx640]

This is my LCS I love these guys

[@Portlandpreciousmetals]

We appreciate you. Thank you for your support. Grow your stack!

[@reggiedavis1788]

Same here. It's my #1.

[@Portlandpreciousmetals]

@@reggiedavis1788 Thanks Reggie.

[@LegacyStacker]

Hi TnTcyclesPDX! That's great! Everyone should have a good LCS (or two, or three) where they live! 😎

[@user-rl5nd3ys8p]

I have several onces of magnetic gold due homemade smelting gone wrong . 😮

[@scottmcneill6333]

I was just there a few days ago and I bought my first 5 buffalo rounds !!

[@Portlandpreciousmetals]

We appreciate you! Hope to see you again soon. Grow your stack!

[@user-rn6pd8dy4z]

I thought the interview was great. Really good information on how to simply verify that your silver is real. Mike is an asset to the coin and bullion community here in Portland.

[@joelp6197]

Thanks for the video, I got stuck with some fake pandas. I stamped fake on them. have them to show people to look out.

[@sirstacksalot991]

I almost stopped at this lcs today. Good shop good prices. I have a old there to got a fair price.

[@richardburton-777]

One of You BEST Videos Dragon! 👍I love the tips these Professionals give. Thanks keep em coming. Hope the Treasury Dep. catches more of these scammers, they need to stiffen penalties and publicly "out" people who knowingly create & sell Fakes!

[@LegacyStacker]

Hi Richard Burton! I couldn't agree more! We work to hard to purchase our precious metals! And, it's a crime to counterfeit! 😎

[@matthewwynne939]

I'm glad you checked this place out. I've driven past it for years, and even though I've only recently started going to coin shops, I never intended to try this one out because of the area of town it was located in. Looks like a decent place after all.

[@glen7999]

Great information, I only buy from dealers, the cost is too high for me if I end up with fakes. Yea I'll pay a little more but I view it as an insurance policy.

[@pdxstacker5144]

Love going here great place and great people. My uncle showed me this place. Good pricing

[@Portlandpreciousmetals]

We appreciate your business and support. Grow your stack!

[@adams0960]

This dude was VERY informative. Thank you for taking the time to show us this shop. 👍

[@kkmahoy01]

Good stuff. Favorite part was understanding the properties of metals will only help you with buying

[@ProfWalton]

I like your tradition into more LCS’s.

[@LegacyStacker]

Hi Erik Walton! Yes, LCS's can be a wealth of knowledge! BTW... I love your channel icon! Very Nice! 😎

[@kakarikiIck]

Thanks for making your videos Silver Dragons. Much love from the 🇬🇧

[@iReviewSilver]

The best silver stacking channel. In my opinion. But many more small channels that are amazing.

[@ratlips4363]

After watching your video, I had to pull out all of my silver and put it all through the tests. Whew...glad I did as all of the coins/bars passed all of the tests. Thank for a great video and your "Public Service Announcement"

[@mikefranklin1253]

I live near a small town. I received some very questionable silver coins online. The Post Office weighed them and they were .77 oz. But I did get my money back.

[@roberthoffman4713]

Awesome tips for new and old on how to check for fakes.

[@jimalcott760]

The trouble is like watches, the fakes keep getting better and better….. Some of this testing seems like a good guess….. ?

[@gunsgamesgadgetschannel863]

Good Information for new stackers!

[@gilavalos2400]

I absolutely love that saying you're faking design and not the metall" This man seemed to have learned from trail and error dealing with precious metals and doing his research. 😮

[@richard0807]

Really interesting vid. Great to know the things to look out for when determining real from fake.

[@Sandertie1]

Oohh this was an awesome explanation, thank you!

[@wornoutshoes2332]

I simply cant say enough about Portland Precious Metals. Best shop in Portland by far. They have always been curteous and professional and they care about their customers.

[@Hotshotz-94]

Love this video. Thanks for sharing and providing great information.

[@Joe-id2ns]

Great explanation. Now I don't have to bite it!

[@Useless_Knowledge07]

Excellent video forbthe digital library! Thank you

[@larryfaulkner5705]

FYI-Selling 5oz of silver for $150 is NOT selling at spot. Plus + shipping. That is average or higher pricing than most bullion companies. Where are the savings?

[@Portlandpreciousmetals]

Who is charging that much for a 5 oz bar? Don't go there. We are at $136 at todays price. For less than $150 you can get a much nicer 5 oz St Helena Queens virtues coin. Grow your stack!

[@Ibdman2000]

I'm from Portland and love that you're going around to various stores! PS I've known Harry for years so it was fun seeing him on here

[@midgetmack5344]

I just started following this coin shops channel… great guys

[@jameycollins725]

So nice you went and made a visit to see Mike and also Mike-lol. I've bought 90% percent from them numerous times and I will for sure pay them another visit before the end of the year. Always chill and a very smooth transaction! Portland Precious Metals and Coins is a great lcs. Please support them!

[@LegacyStacker]

Hi Jamey Collins! It's always great to have an LCS near by that you trust! Awesome! 😎

[@jameycollins725]

@@LegacyStacker It sure is!

[@brokenhub7656]

When I begun stacking for the first time, Mike is the only person I buy from.

[@LegacyStacker]

Hi Brokenhub76! Yes, it's always a good habit to buy from a trusted source! That's your best insurance that they'll be genuine! 😎

[@Portlandpreciousmetals]

We appreciate you supporting our small business. Grow your stack!

[@JewelryEnthusiast]

Awesome video! Thanks so much for sharing,

[@trubblesiriahrenn751]

Except video. Thanks so much for the TESTING info. I doubled my knowledge in one vid.

[@erics.786]

Great information, Thank You!

[@happyzahn8031]

*thumbs up* just for being a great guy!

[@shelliestone9073]

Thank you for this GREAT video!

[@markadkins9290]

Great stuff, thanks for the knowledge.

[@stevenvalett1231]

Very informative, Thanks!

[@TtheSilverStacker]

Awesome guy. Cool shop! Thanks for sharing!

[@soulpatchjackson3076]

On the mend. Thanks and be safe out there. Love u tank.

[@Goat67]

Hi Tank!

[@Portlandpreciousmetals]

Woof Woof!

[@kayeninetwo3585]

Thanks very much for the heads up and tips on detecting fake silver.

[@TexasbestflooringcompanyTexas]

A lot of eagles from the us mint do have copper in it. Not all years have 99% silver. Some silver coins from the mint have up to 10% copper.

[@Portlandpreciousmetals]

I wasn't aware of that. Which years are you referring to?

[@DinaDina-eb7qr]

That was the best video I've seen for testing silver.

[@bobegan2121]

This was awesome. Thank you

[@scuddersgarage51]

Lesson I learned from this is to always use the LCS over craigslist or online coin purchases.

[@yia01]

local coin shop the way to go, no paper trail is a bonus

[@nicholasanthony1612]

This is my spot! Awesome to see!

[@queloquepasaaqui]

Shout out to Tank for being a good dog 🐕

[@lionheart830]

Another nice guy!

[@johnsterling5425]

i asked my local shop about fakes and he got really uncomfortable and mentioned he does no monitoring to safeguard. his shop didn't make it to its first anniversary.

[@Janky2912]

Very good video, appreciate you guys taking the time, I bought private party silver before, always nervous

[@yefunehdavid1005]

Seems like a great LCS dealer/owner. Purchase local and also help them out by using your debit card!

[@DS-tt9vz]

Good video. If it weren't for cost I would have a bunch of those fakes for a dummy safe. The fake Sunshine bar should be hard to fool the security feature which requires a decoder card to verify.

[@margueritelamari5481]

Really informative and honest.

[@citizengkar7824]

Great vid, SD. Mike is another LCSOwner with great tips. Makes me wish New Zealand had LCSs; I could build a good friendship with these guys. Going to look at his channel now. I enjoy watching these vids: good info, for the new(er) stacker. Thx, SD.

[@IndoHound]

Yes, nothing of any consequence.

[@ronhilton2255]

The testing methods are great to know! Thx

[@tunyhuny5]

I got some of fake 2020 eagles,live and learn.

[@siyabongamjwara2982]

I've starred my journey with collecting silver. Currently on 3oz and will be getting more

[@kirbdawg5307]

Great job Silver Dragon!! Super important to have and Know all 4 ways to verify your silver rounds and coins 🪙.

[@Portlandpreciousmetals]

The same concept applies to things like 10 oz bars etc. A silver plated copper bar that weighs correctly and passed the magnet test will be too thick if the dimensions are correct for that brand. Grow your stack!

[@ranger178]

years ago, i worked at chase Manhattan bank as a contractor and they were unloading a truck with pallets of metal bars on them at the loading docks they were huge only two bars across on a pallet and about 4 inches square i asked the guard what they are unloading. he said silver bars they were taking them from an 18-wheeler truck with a forklift and just stacking them on sidewalk. to get loaded onto elevator to vault one pallet at a time. I said aren't you worried somebody will steal one and the guard said nah nobody could carry them and get away they were too heavy to run away with. must have been a lot of money even back then.

[@Steve-ls3yy]

Best video I've seen. Thanks to both of you.

[@Portlandpreciousmetals]

Thank you. Grow your stack!

[@SilverTiger86]

Great video. It’s cool to see all the different shops. Thank you Mr. Dragon 🐉 lol.

[@tommiekato664]

Glad i saw this video ,super great tips ! Thanks so much . Know where your fingers are too . Be Safe !😂

[@insomnia7337]

Excellent information!

[@terpret7123]

Lol this is my silver guy

[@tiges6989]

Great talk 👍🏼💯

[@simolari67]

THANKS FOR THE VIDEO IM A NEW SUBSCRIBER GOOD TIPS ON FAKES THANKS AGAIN

[@Scott-Lindell]

Awesome video. Thank you.

[@pghlivejamz1348]

Great shop owner and a great video.

[@NuthinFancyCollectibles]

Thanks for the helpful video.

[@billrowan1957]

Great video!

[@silverfan2196]

I just won an auction on scottsdale silver for 2 10 oz stackers for $548.85. Made my day Silver dragons.

[@LegacyStacker]

Hi silver fan21! Great pickups! 😎

[@silverfan2196]

@Legacy $tacker Thanks Legacy Stacker. Winning that auction saved me $24. The buy it now price was $572.42 It definitely made me excited to get for what did. Winner winner chicken dinner..🤣

[@artytomparis]

Really good tips. Didn't know about the magnet!

[@cryptocrandall5092]

WOW! i've been buying from Mike since i started stacking a few years ago! super cool to see him on here

[@Portlandpreciousmetals]

We really appreciate the continued support. Say hi next time you come in. Grow your stack!

[@jstunna4900]

Great. Video I really enjoyed watching it.

[@stephanygates6491]

Excellent!

[@CCM2361-]

Great info!

[@johnjacobs1625]

Very Nice Silver Dragons!! Cheers JJ

[@dochollywood79]

Great job silver dragons I wish I lived closer this guy he seems legit I would definitely buy my medals from him

[@thebadidealab3627]

great video and info

[@StackingSurfer]

Great video

[@VonFredrick777]

Great Vid....learned a bunch......like this coin dealer....thank you.

[@Portlandpreciousmetals]

Thank you! Grow your stack!

[@scottwalton5790]

I got stuck with a couple rings that past the 18k acid test and weight was heavy ..but those machine that measures metal content was how we found out rings were not real.

[@fishinwithchasemyster2927]

I've gotten had by one of those sunshine mint 1 ounce bars too... offerup, and I was too new to know it was fake until it was too late

[@jonathanbolz2449]

As my late Father used to say: It feels so much better when it stops hurting.

[@rustybritches6747]

Seems like my kind of people! Great video

[@LegacyStacker]

Hi Rusty Britches! Yes, absolutely! 😎

[@ContraMondial]

Awesome tips!

[@mariwillalwaysgivethanks]

I only buy from JMB and SD, and aren't they responsible for buying real gold and silver? This video has been wondering?

[@Portlandpreciousmetals]

Anything that has been sourced through the legitimate supply chain has virtually no risk, It is when it walks through the front door and bought over the counter that products need more scrutiny. Grow your stack!

[@snarky_user]

Safes are scary pinchpoint monsters. I've done what he apparently did and an thankful to still have my finger. With a big, heavy safe door it doesn't have to be swinging fast at all to do serious damage. The closer you get to the hinged side of the door, the more dangerous they are.

[@normal_norm2627]

Good way to learn fake silver is to learn what a silver coin sounds like against another. Very distinct sound

[@genearbogast7525]

cool channel ! Excellent promo for the legit dealers that you visit