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A growing reference, not a ranking or endorsement. These profiles separate company statements, independent sources and first-hand experience. Policies and catalogs can change.

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  1. Close-up of a Boba Fett silver miniature’s helmet, armor and blaster.
    Historical collection photograph

    Collector brand · Coin and collectible developer · Retailer

    Agoro

    Agoro is a New Zealand precious-metal collectibles brand, formerly New Zealand Mint Collectibles, with a catalog built around entertainment, sports and themed releases.

    Also researched as: New Zealand Mint Collectibles

    • Precious-metal collectibles
    • Collector coins
    • Foils
    Read profile
  2. AI illustration of two unmarked silver-colored ingots, a caliper and a blank token on a circular measuring surface.
    AI editorial illustration

    Precious-metal retailer · Wholesaler

    APMEX

    APMEX is a precious-metal retailer and wholesaler whose catalog spans bullion, numismatic material and themed collectibles.

    • Bullion coins
    • Bars and rounds
    • Vintage bullion
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  3. Conceptual still life of a blank silver disc in a blue-lined case beside a violin scroll, empty music staff paper and a brass loupe.
    AI editorial artwork

    National mint · Coin and medal manufacturer · Bullion and collector-coin seller

    Austrian Mint

    Austria’s Vienna-based national mint makes circulating coins, Philharmonic bullion and distinctive collector issues, with direct delivery limited to its published country list.

    Also researched as: Münze Österreich AG; Muenze Oesterreich; Vienna Mint

    • Vienna Philharmonic bullion
    • Silver-niobium collector coins
    • Austrian euro coins
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  4. AI editorial illustration of three small gold ingots beside a larger silver bar and two rounds on dark reflective glass.
    AI editorial artwork

    Precious-metal retailer · Buyback dealer

    Bullion Exchanges

    Bullion Exchanges is a New York precious-metal retailer and buyer with an online catalog and a Diamond District store, covering bullion and collector products.

    Also researched as: Bullion Exchange, LLC

    • Bullion coins
    • Silver bars and rounds
    • Royal Canadian Mint collectibles
    Read profile
  5. AI editorial illustration of an empty silver clock case, blank dial, three stone samples and a loupe on navy cloth.
    AI editorial artwork

    Jewelry house · Watchmaker · Retailer

    Cartier

    Cartier combines jewelry and watchmaking with a history of precious accessories. Its silver objects call for careful attention to date, materials and workshop attribution.

    • Historic silver clocks
    • Precious accessories
    • Jewelry and watches
    Read profile
  6. AI illustration of blank silver-colored discs arranged above an unprinted paper timeline.
    AI editorial illustration

    Historical mint and collectibles brand · Current retail brand

    Franklin Mint

    Franklin Mint connects a substantial history of silver medals, ingots and collectible sets with a present-day retail brand whose ownership and operations must be considered separately.

    Also researched as: The Franklin Mint; General Numismatics Corporation (historical name)

    • Historical sterling-silver sets
    • Medals
    • Art ingots and bars
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  7. Illustration of an artisan shaping a plain metal bowl at a workbench
    Original AI illustration

    Private mint · Product developer · Wholesaler

    Germania Mint

    Germania Mint is a Polish private mint and product developer whose consumer products are sold through distributors, not direct retail checkout.

    • Art rounds and collector issues
    • Mythology and fantasy themes
    • Cast precious-metal bars
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  8. AI editorial illustration of a rippled cast-silver ingot beside an empty graphite mold and plain copper disc.
    AI editorial artwork

    Bullion dealer · Retailer · Hand-poured silver maker

    Hero Bullion

    A Texas online bullion dealer with third-party coins and bars, modern collectibles and its own hand-poured silver designs, including the Epic Warriors series.

    Also researched as: Hero Bullion, LLC

    • Bullion coins, bars and rounds
    • Hand-poured silver
    • Epic Warriors bars
    Read profile
  9. AI illustration of an unmarked silver ingot and copper-rimmed loupe on a deep petrol work mat.
    AI editorial artwork

    Precious-metal retailer · Bullion buyer

    JM Bullion

    JM Bullion is an online precious-metal retailer in the Gold.com group, with bullion, historic circulating silver and themed collector products.

    • Bullion coins
    • Silver bars and rounds
    • Sports-themed collectibles
    Read profile
  10. Rich Silver’s photograph of a small silver horse standing on a walnut base, casting a long shadow.
    Original collection photograph

    Historic silversmiths · Tableware brand

    Kirk Stieff

    Kirk Stieff joins two Baltimore silver traditions. Earlier Kirk and Stieff objects retain distinct histories, marks and materials.

    Also researched as: Kirk-Stieff; The Kirk Stieff Company

    • Repoussé table silver
    • Sterling flatware
    • Historic hollowware
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  11. Illustration of a plain gold chain, silver-colored ring and petrol-green jeweler’s loupe on textured ivory paper.
    AI editorial illustration

    Jewelry brand · Direct retailer

    Menē

    Menē sells gold, platinum and silver jewelry, with metal-value-based pricing and an eligible buyback program for gold and platinum, while silver follows different terms.

    Also researched as: Menē Inc.; Mene

    • 24K gold jewelry
    • Platinum jewelry
    • Silver jewelry
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  12. Rich Silver’s close-up photograph of a Moon Rabbit silver coin with a round green jade insert.
    Historical collection photograph

    Collector-coin developer · Self-described manufacturer · Dealer-distributed brand

    MINT XXI

    MINT XXI develops collector coins through a Lviv development center and Polish production operation, with sales routed through distributors.

    Also researched as: MINT XXI Sp. z o.o.

    • High-relief collector coins
    • The Great Greek Mythology
    • Kintsugi Art
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  13. Illustration of a dealer opening a drawer with silver objects and blank paper tags
    Original AI illustration

    Precious-metal retailer · Bullion buyer

    Money Metals Exchange

    Money Metals Exchange is a bullion-focused retailer and buyer with coins, bars, fractional silver and selected decorative formats.

    Also researched as: Money Metals

    • Bullion coins and bars
    • Fractional silver
    • Constitutional silver
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  14. Conceptual engraving still life with flowing abstract ribbons sculpted in burgundy wax, a blank silver disc and wooden-handled tools.
    AI editorial artwork

    National mint · Collector-coin and medal manufacturer · Direct retailer

    Monnaie de Paris

    France’s public mint combines circulating-coin production with collector coins, medals and decorative work. Its collector shop and Marianne gold-investment services have separate contracts.

    Also researched as: La Monnaie de Paris; Paris Mint

    • French collector coins
    • Medals and decorations
    • Historical and cultural themes
    Read profile
  15. AI editorial illustration of a loupe over an invented silver token on an archival envelope, beside a silver spoon.
    AI editorial artwork

    Bullion dealer · Retailer

    Monument Metals

    A Frederick, Maryland bullion and coin dealer whose catalog spans precious metals and numismatics, with online retail and a separate local buying service.

    Also researched as: Monument Metals LLC

    • Gold and silver bullion
    • Platinum and palladium
    • Modern and historical coins
    Read profile
  16. AI editorial illustration of a green wax bird study beside silver casting samples and sculpting tools at a sunlit window.
    AI editorial artwork

    Family design house · Silversmith · Direct retailer

    Patrick Mavros

    Patrick Mavros is a family design house associated with animal sculpture, jewelry and table objects in silver, with an especially strong connection to African wildlife.

    • Sterling-silver animal sculpture
    • Jewelry and cufflinks
    • Sculptural tableware
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  17. Illustration of a dealer opening a drawer with silver objects and blank paper tags
    Original AI illustration

    Precious-metal retailer · Bullion buyer

    Provident Metals

    Provident Metals is a Gold.com-group retailer with bullion and themed rounds, including collections it groups under Provident Original Series.

    • Bullion coins and bars
    • Themed silver rounds
    • Provident Original Series
    Read profile
  18. Conceptual arrangement of blank silver discs, unmarked calipers and a gold-toned divider on navy grid paper.
    AI editorial artwork

    National mint · Circulating-coin manufacturer · Collector and investment-coin seller

    Royal Australian Mint

    The Royal Australian Mint in Canberra produces Australia’s circulating coins and collector and investment issues. Direct orders are domestic, with overseas buyers referred to distributors.

    Also researched as: RAM; Royal Australian Mint, Canberra

    • Australian circulating coinage
    • Collector proofs
    • Frosted uncirculated coins
    Read profile
  19. AI illustration of a blank silver-colored disc in an open petrol archival case, beside a loupe and unprinted paper.
    AI editorial artwork

    National mint · Refiner · Direct collector retailer

    Royal Canadian Mint

    The Royal Canadian Mint manufactures Canadian coins and bullion, with direct collector sales and distinct distribution and return rules for bullion products.

    Also researched as: Monnaie royale canadienne

    • Maple Leaf bullion
    • Collector coins
    • Specially packaged premium bullion
    Read profile
  20. Illustration of two unmarked silver discs in a felt tray beside a loupe
    Original AI illustration

    Private mint · Precious-metal manufacturer · Direct retailer

    Scottsdale Mint

    Scottsdale Mint is a private US precious-metal maker and retailer with bullion, themed rounds and collector coins issued for several jurisdictions.

    Also researched as: Scottsdale Mint LLLP

    • Bullion bars and rounds
    • Wildlife collector coins
    • Biblical Series
    Read profile
  21. AI editorial illustration of an invented high-relief silver medal, a plain round and an ingot under blue and gold light.
    AI editorial artwork

    Precious-metal retailer · Buyback dealer

    SD Bullion

    SD Bullion sells physical precious metals online, combining mainstream bullion with collector series, high-relief rounds and gold jewelry.

    Also researched as: SD Bullion, Inc.

    • Bullion coins
    • Silver bars and rounds
    • Truth Coin Series
    Read profile
  22. AI illustration of an unmarked silver footed bowl gently supported by a cotton-gloved hand over blank archival paper.
    AI editorial artwork

    Antique-silver specialist dealer · Research resource

    Spencer Marks

    Spencer Marks is a Massachusetts silver specialist whose catalog and archive connect antique and modern objects with maker, design and historical research.

    Also researched as: Spencer Marks Ltd.

    • Antique and modern silver
    • Flatware
    • Holloware
    Read profile
  23. Conceptual still life of a kangaroo pencil sketch on paper, eucalyptus leaves and a blank silver disc on a deep blue desk.
    AI editorial artwork

    Government-owned mint · Precious-metal refiner · Bullion and collector-coin seller

    The Perth Mint

    The Perth Mint is Western Australia’s government-owned mint and refiner, with separate terms for bullion, collector coins and other retail products.

    Also researched as: Perth Mint; Gold Corporation trading as The Perth Mint

    • Australian animal bullion
    • Lunar-series coins
    • Gold and silver bars
    Read profile
  24. AI illustration of a stationary silver die above a blank planchet, with petrol shadows and a copper lever.
    AI editorial artwork

    National mint · Precious-metal manufacturer · Direct retailer

    The Royal Mint

    The Royal Mint is a UK government-owned coin manufacturer and retailer, with separate collector and bullion ranges and different terms for each.

    Also researched as: The Royal Mint Limited

    • Britannia bullion
    • Collector coins
    • Historic coins
    Read profile
  25. AI editorial illustration of a hammered silver pitcher, unfinished spoon, wooden mallet and punches on a pale stone workbench.
    AI editorial artwork

    Jewelry house · Silver manufacturer · Retailer

    Tiffany & Co.

    Tiffany & Co. offers sterling-silver jewelry and has a substantial history of table silver and decorative objects, with distinct roles for designers, workshops and the retail house.

    • Sterling-silver jewelry
    • Historic table silver
    • Designer silver objects
    Read profile
  26. Timio Axia silver chain beside its teal presentation box, pouch and printed information cards.
    Gifted-review photograph

    Jewelry maker · Direct retailer

    Timio 24K

    Timio 24K makes and sells precious-metal jewelry, with an emphasis on 24K gold, fine silver and custom work.

    • 24K gold jewelry
    • Fine-silver jewelry
    • Custom jewelry
    Read profile
  27. A 1944 Mercury dime from Rich Silver’s collection resting on polished blue labradorite.
    Collection photograph

    Federal mint · Direct collector retailer · Wholesale bullion producer

    United States Mint

    The United States Mint makes federal coinage and sells collector products directly, while standard bullion reaches the public through a separate authorized-purchaser distribution system.

    Also researched as: U.S. Mint; US Mint

    • American Eagle bullion
    • American Buffalo collector coins
    • Federal coinage
    Read profile
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