FAQs
Accurate Precious Metals
Your Trusted Precious Metals Dealer
Key Questions Answered
How do I buy from Accurate Precious Metals?
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No matter where you are, we have a few great options for buying precious metals from us. If you live in Salem, simply stop by our Salem, OR facility and talk to our expert staff. If you live outside of Salem or simply cannot make it in to our office, you can call 503-400-5608 to create an account with us. We will explain our process of remotely buying and selling gold and silver via mail.
Does it cost anything to open an account?
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No. Having an account with Accurate Precious Metals Coins, Jewelry, & Diamonds is absolutely free.
Who can buy & sell with Accurate Precious Metals?
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We welcome everyone to do business with us. Currently, our customer base consists of collectors, dealers, banks, brokerage houses, investors, and speculators. It doesn’t matter the size of your purchase, large or small, we treat all of our customers with respect and dignity.
I want to sell my gold & silver through the mail. How does that work?
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Selling your precious metals via mail is very easy and straightforward. The same trust and transparency demonstrated in our Salem, OR facility is brought to our mail-in process.
Step 1: Call our expert staff at 503-400-5608 to find out our current prices.
Step 2: Package your items securely and ship to Accurate Precious Metals Coins, Jewelry, & Diamonds at 1855 Hawthorne Ave. NE, Salem, OR 97301
Please include your name and phone number in the package.
What can I mail in?
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You can send in any gold or silver item. We accept both small and large amounts of gold and silver. If you bring your items in personally, you can see them being tested in our facility.
Does Accurate Precious Metals buy diamonds?
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Yes. We will buy all diamonds.
When will I receive my payment?
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After your package arrives, it takes about three to five (3-5) business days for payment to be sent out either as a certified check, cash, or bank wire.
Can I personally deliver my items to complete the transaction in person?
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Of course! We would love to have you come by and talk you through the whole process in our Salem, OR facility. We are located right off Interstate 5 at 1855 Hawthorne Ave. NE, Salem, OR 97301.
How does Accurate Precious Metals figure out the price of my gold & silver?
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We have a live feed of the current international gold and silver markets, so our expert staff members are aware of changes in the market as they happen. We will always pay the current market price for gold and silver bullion.
How does Accurate Precious Metals pay out for my gold & silver bullion?
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We can pay in cash or check. Transactions are very simple, straightforward, and fast. Generally, we can start and finish transactions on the same day.
Are there any hidden fees or receiving fees?
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No. We pride ourselves on being extremely upfront, honest, and trustworthy. We always pay current market prices for gold and silver.
Is there a discount if I use a certain payment method to purchase my bullion?
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Yes. We offer a 4.0% rebate if you choose to purchase your precious metals with cashier’s check, personal check, cash, or direct wire transfer. All of these methods of payment are preferred over debit and credit cards.
Does Accurate Precious Metals accept payment with credit card?
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Yes. But we offer 4.0% discount for cash.
Does Accurate Precious Metals accept payment with cashier's check?
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Yes. We will simply contact your bank to verify the check. The process is simple, easy, and fast.
Does Accurate Precious Metals accept payment with personal check?
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Yes. We are required to hold onto your item until the check clears. Once your personal check clears, we can release the product to you.
Does Accurate Precious Metals accept payment with a wire transfer?
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Yes. The process is very simple and straightforward. Simply contact our expert staff at 503-400-5608 and they will give you all the information you need to complete a wire transfer.
When I receive my precious metals through the mail, how is it packaged?
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We use protective and discreet packaging to ensure the safety of your precious metals. No one can tell what the contents are inside.
Is my packaged insured by Accurate Precious Metals while in mail transit?
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Absolutely! If anything should happen to your precious metals while in the mail, they will be covered by our insurance policy. However, if anything happens to your package after it has been delivered, we will not claim responsibility.
I have jewelry that I want to sell, what kind of jewelry can I bring in?
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We will look at any piece of jewelry and can quickly determine its purity of either gold or silver and its value. This could include watches, rings, chains, silverware, and more regardless of it’s current condition.
What kinds of gold & silver bullion can I purchase from Accurate Precious Metals?
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Gold bullion: American Gold Buffalo, American Gold Eagle, Canadian Gold Maple Leaf, South African Gold Krugerrand, and Gold Bar.
Silver bullion: Buffalo Silver Round, Silver Round, American Silver Eagle, Canadian Silver Maple Leaf, Silver Bar, and Silver Coinage.
We also carry coins from private mints.
Is it a good idea to buy gold as an investment?
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Gold and silver, unlike cash or stocks, have an intrinsic value. It is valuable now and will continue to be valuable in the future. Like all investments, it is important to be diverse. It is good to have a mix of gold, silver, and platinum in your portfolio to protect yourself against a volatile market and uncertain economy.
What can I use to pay for my gold?
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We accept credit cards, cash, and cashier’s checks. We also accept personal checks, however all checks need to clear our bank account before we can release any products.
What if I want to return my gold?
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All deals are final. If you want to sell back your gold or silver after your purchase, we will always pay the current market price for your item.
What is internet pricing?
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Internet Pricing is not immediate delivery. This is a special order that will be placed through the mint and can take up to 26 days for delivery.