Specialty Metals

Bringing in raw gold ore to sell? Stop right there. Without a certified assay, your gold ore is just a rock. Get the lab analysis first. If it checks out, we want to hear from you: 800-426-2344. The Metal Man breaks it down in this Metal Man Minute. youtube.com/shorts/t0uo9Wu…

Billions in recoverable precious metals are discarded every year. Gold, silver, platinum, and palladium are often hiding in materials businesses throw away daily. The opportunity in precious metal recovery is bigger than many realize. Read more: specialtymetals.com/blog/2026/5/18…

Most refiners won't process sterling silver flatware knives. The silver in those handles is still real. We made a short video on what to do with them. 🔗 youtube.com/shorts/3DpYy-a…

Got gold-filled scrap a buyer already turned down? It's worth more than they offered. Breaking down how the 1/20, 1/10, and 1/5 markings work and what proper refining actually returns. specialtymetals.com/blog/2026/5/20…

Gold salts from your plating operation aren't waste. They're recoverable gold. We buy potassium and sodium cyanide solutions, convert them to pure gold, and pay 80% of recovered value with zero refining fees. 7 to 10 day turnaround. youtube.com/shorts/V0c3ZuN…

Most refiners won't process sterling silver flatware knives. The silver in those handles is still real. Here's what to do with them. specialtymetals.com/blog/2026/5/10…

Can't sell your gold or silver right now? Global uncertainty around the Strait of Hormuz has the precious metals market in a full holding pattern. It won't last but it helps to understand why. 🎥 Metal Man Minute explains it all. youtube.com/shorts/rAddVsy…

We're Back! Why You Should NEVER Send Us Silver Tungsten | Specialty Metals Smelters & Refiners youtube.com/shorts/pMDxUpt…

The contacts inside old relays, breakers, and motor starters are often silver alloy. Most get thrown away. Here's what that's actually worth at scale. specialtymetals.com/blog/2026/5/7/…

Old eyeglass frames from the 60s, 70s, and 80s weren't made like today's. A lot of them were gold-filled. Real gold, mechanically bonded, still recoverable. Specialty Metals breaks down what optical shops and estate buyers need to know. specialtymetals.com/blog/2026/5/4/…

Most facilities lose 10-30% of their industrial silver scrap value by using middlemen. New post breaks down how direct refiner relationships and proper prep maximize payouts. specialtymetals.com/blog/2026/1/19…

Silver contacts from old breakers and relays are worth more than most people realize. But you've got to prep them right and avoid general scrap yards. New post: specialtymetals.com/blog/2026/1/22…

Found a stash of old silver jewelry? Here's how to get a real quote (not a lowball offer): ✓ Check purity marks (925, Sterling, 800) ✓ Weigh accurately (stones don't count) ✓ Compare multiple buyers ✓ Ask about testing methods Full breakdown: specialtymetals.com/blog/2026/1/21…

A lot of plating shops are paying to dispose of silver sludge that actually has value. Even low-grade material can contain several ounces of silver per ton. Where it can be sold and what to expect: specialtymetals.com/blog/2026/1/22…

Not all old flatware is valuable. Sterling silver = 92.5% pure silver. Silver plate = thin coating over base metal. Know the difference before trying to sell inherited cutlery. specialtymetals.com/blog/2026/1/18…

Found old tarnished silver tea sets in storage? The tarnish doesn't reduce value if it's sterling. Check for "925" or "Sterling" marks - that's what matters. Full breakdown: specialtymetals.com/blog/2026/1/20…

You Might Be Sitting on HIDDEN SILVER Worth Hundreds! (Silver Chloride Explained) youtube.com/shorts/z9dMqOc…

Inherited a jeweler's safe full of gold, diamonds & watches? Most people make one expensive mistake: accepting the first offer for everything. Our latest post explains what you actually need to know ⬇️ specialtymetals.com/blog/2025/12/2…

Small jewelry businesses: Where should you sell gold filings and scrap? We break down the realistic options—refiners, bullion dealers, local buyers—and what actually matters when choosing. specialtymetals.com/blog/2025/12/3…

Computer Gold REALITY CHECK - Don't Get Fooled!- Specialty Metals Smelters & Refiners youtube.com/shorts/mPLOmfy…