Description
1 Gram Scottsdale Mint Silver Bar — "Prepper Silver" (.999, BU)
Micro Silver · .999 Fine · Designed for Barter & Preparedness
Small size, serious flexibility, real silver. The Scottsdale Mint "Prepper Silver" bar is minted from .999 fine silver in an ultra-compact 10 × 16 mm format, stamped with Scottsdale's crowned-lion hallmark. It's built for preparedness, discreet storage, and divisible bartering — the most affordable way to start (or teach) fractional silver stacking.
Specifications
| Metal content | 1 gram (.03215 troy oz) .999 fine silver |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | Approx. 10 × 16 × 0.5 mm |
| Design | Scottsdale crowned-lion hallmark |
| Condition | Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) — near-perfect, mint-fresh with full luster |
| Mint | Scottsdale Mint — Arizona, USA |
Built for preparedness & flexibility
- Barter in small increments without breaking a larger piece.
- Build fractional reserves gradually and affordably.
- Store discreetly in compact spaces.
- Recognized Scottsdale quality in a micro format.
Who it's for
Preppers, new stackers, parents teaching fractional stacking, and anyone who wants divisible silver for emergencies or gifting.
Authenticity & sourcing
Sourced directly from Scottsdale Mint and guaranteed genuine .999 fine silver, backed by our authenticity and buyback guarantees.
Storage & care
Ships in a protective sheath; orders of 100 grams include Scottsdale's acrylic case. Note: these silver bars do not fit the Summit Metals 12-slot gram gold wallet (which is sized for 1 g gold bars). Keep dry and handle by the edges.
Pricing & premiums
Tracks the live silver spot price (about 0.032 × spot for one gram) plus a premium; fractional silver carries a higher premium per gram than larger bars. Pricing updates through the trading day.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a 1 gram silver bar worth? About 0.032 × the live silver spot price plus a premium — a very low dollar entry.
Why buy 1 gram silver bars? For barter, divisibility, and an affordable, beginner-friendly way into physical silver.
Is this bar IRA eligible? No — this fractional silver format is not flagged as IRA-eligible in our catalog.
Does it fit the gram gold wallet? No — the silver prepper bar is shaped differently and won't fit the 12-slot gold gram wallet.
Is it real silver? Yes — .999 fine silver struck by Scottsdale Mint and guaranteed authentic.
Why is the premium higher per gram? Minting cost is spread over a tiny amount of silver, raising the per-gram premium versus large bars.
How big is it? About 10 × 16 mm — smaller than a postage stamp.
Can I barter with it? Yes — that's the point; it lets you transact in small, divisible amounts.
How should I store it? In its sheath or the included acrylic case (100 g orders), kept dry.
Can I sell it back? Yes — Summit Metals offers a buyback guarantee.
What condition is it in? Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) — a near-perfect, mint-fresh condition with full original luster.
Pair it with
Add fractional gold with the 1 gram Scottsdale "Prepper Gold" bar, or step up to the 1 oz Scottsdale Stacker round. Browse the full Scottsdale Mint collection.
Secure your Prepper Silver today
Build flexible, barter-ready silver reserves one gram at a time. Click "Add to Cart" — backed by Summit Metals' authenticity and buyback guarantees.
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