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Do serial numbers matter in bullion?

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Written by Ainslie Team
Updated over 2 months ago

Some bullion products carry serial numbers, typically stamped on the bar or shown on an accompanying assay card.

Buyback pricing

Serial numbers do not affect our buyback prices. Buyback is based on metal type, weight, and purity, not the presence or absence of a serial number.

Record-keeping & auditing

Serial numbers may be useful for internal records, inventory tracking, or audit purposes (e.g. SMSF or business reporting), but they are not mandatory.

Authenticity considerations

Serial numbers can help support authenticity when combined with other checks, such as weight, dimensions, mint markings, and testing. However, serial numbers alone do not guarantee authenticity, as counterfeit products may copy genuine serial numbers.

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