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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;Brett_in_Sacto, post: 2568534, member: 71510&quot;]If you are just buying run of the mill Silver Eagles, expect to pay a couple dollars over spot - and there are a few &quot;rare dates&quot; that are harder to find - such as the 1996 regular/business strike.</p><p><br /></p><p>If you are buying coins that are proofs, graded / slabbed or other special editions, you will pay a premium.</p><p><br /></p><p>If you have a chance, attend a local coin show, learn a bit about them and what kind of gift you want to give.&nbsp; Just ask the dealers what they have, what the prices are and what the difference is.&nbsp; Most will enjoy spending time sharing their knowledge.</p><p><br /></p><p>If you really just want to give some nice looking silver coins, you should be able to find them for not much over the price of silver.</p><p><br /></p><p>If you want a proof coin or a graded one - expect to pay a hefty premium.&nbsp; At this point you are no longer buying bullion - but buying collectible items.&nbsp; And it&#039;s important to know the difference.</p><p><br /></p><p>Cheers![/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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