Silver – the precious investment with a future

As gold’s sister metal, silver combines stability, potential and aesthetics – a precious metal with lasting relevance for your wealth.

Tax-free in a duty-free warehouse

When stored in a duty-free warehouse, VAT on silver is not charged. This means more of your capital remains directly invested, making silver a particularly efficient investment.

An affordable precious metal

Silver shares many of gold’s properties but is significantly more affordable to acquire – making it ideal for strategically diversifying your precious metals portfolio.

More than just gold’s little sister

Beyond its role as an investment, silver stands out as a highly sought-after raw material in technology and industry – offering stable value and strong future potential.

Silver bars & silver coins –
which form of investment is right for you?

Silberbarren mit Degussa-Prägung in unterschiedlichen Größen, gestapelt vor weißem Hintergrund

Silver bars

Suitable for larger investment amounts thanks to a lower price per gram
Available in a wide range of sizes
High purity (typically 999.9/1000 fine silver)
Certified according to international standards
Less “emotional value” than coins, with a clear focus on material value
Space-saving storage for larger investments

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Silberanlagemünzen wie Krugerrand, Britannia und Maple Leaf nebeneinander angeordnet

Silver coins

Ideal for smaller amounts and flexible investment strategies
Globally recognised and easy to trade
Often equipped with security features such as reeded edges or micro-engraving
High recognition value thanks to established designs
Combination of material value and often collector interest
Tradition and history make many coins particularly trustworthy

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Popular coin series

Krugerrand

The South African Krugerrand has been minted since 1967 and remains one of the world’s best-known bullion coins. Its global recognition and widespread acceptance make it a classic among silver coins.

Wiener Philharmoniker

Since 1989, the Austrian Mint has been minting the “Wiener Philharmoniker” on behalf of the Republic of Austria. Named after the world-famous orchestra, this bullion coin is among the best-selling in the world and enjoys the highest international recognition.

Maple Leaf

The Maple Leaf features Canada’s national symbol – the maple leaf. For decades, the obverse depicted Queen Elizabeth II. Since her passing, the coin bears the portrait of King Charles III and remains a symbol of Canadian minting excellence.

Britannia

First issued in 1987 by The Royal Mint, the “Britannia” is a classic bullion coin of the United Kingdom. Featuring the iconic national figure with shield and trident, it represents strength, stability and British minting craftsmanship at the highest level.

Australian Kangaroo

Since 1986, the Perth Mint has been minting the “Australian Kangaroo”, one of the world’s best-known bullion coins. As legal tender in Australia, it stands for the highest minting quality and features annually changing motifs of the iconic kangaroo.

Our most popular silver bars

Silver bar - 500 g - Degussa

CHF 1’213.96

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Your local contacts

At two locations in Switzerland and 14 more across Europe, we are here for you in person. Collect your silver directly on site or use our secure storage solutions. We are happy to answer any questions you may have about precious metals.

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Sell silver & jewellery

Whether bars, coins or jewellery – sell your silver directly in our branches. Our experts provide transparent valuations and pay you the current purchase price immediately.

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Practical knowledge about silver

What is the difference between fine silver and sterling silver?

Fine silver consists of 99.9% pure silver and is used for investment bars and coins. Sterling silver contains 92.5% silver and 7.5% other metals, usually copper – it is harder and mainly used for jewellery and cutlery.

Wie kann ich Silber sicher lagern?

Silver should be stored in a dry, dark and as airtight environment as possible to prevent tarnishing. For larger quantities, we recommend safe deposit boxes or professional storage – ideally in a duty-free warehouse to benefit from potential VAT advantages.

How liquid is silver as an investment?

Silver is traded worldwide and is a highly liquid investment. Bars and commonly traded coins can be sold at any time in person at current purchase prices in one of our locations.

What is the difference between minted and cast bars?

Minted bars are produced from rolled silver sheets and have a smooth, precise surface – typically in smaller units. Cast bars are poured into moulds and feature slight surface textures, which are characteristic of larger sizes.

Certificates & security features of silver bars

Serial number, manufacturer’s stamp, fineness and weight ensure authenticity. Many bars are delivered in sealed blister packaging, which serves as a certificate. Modern mintings include additional features such as micro-engravings or holograms.

Why silver and not gold?

Silver offers a lower entry price and benefits from additional value potential due to its industrial demand. It is ideal for diversifying a precious metals portfolio and, like gold, is a proven form of wealth preservation.