Is buying 5 gram silver bars a good idea?

This question comes to mind after receiving an email from Scottsdale Silver.

The email announces the arrival of the new 5 gram silver bars.

This is how the email phrase it:

“Announcing the Limited Time 5 Gram Silver Bar from Scottsdale Silver.

Perfect for gift giving this Holiday Season. This classy looking silver bar is .999 Fine Silver and weighs 5 Grams. The front has the Lion logo and hallmark markings, while the reverse has the Double S design. Comes sealed in plastic and ready to win over new fans of the Scottsdale Silver Lion and bullion investing. Also a great size for preppers and consumers needing small options.

LIMITED MINTING - this may be the only offering of this exact product for the 2011-2012 years.

http://store.scottsdalesilver.com/product/47/5-Gram-Silver-Bar-by-Scottsdale

As a reminder, our Current Offer of FREE SHIPPING to the USA on any order of $500+ is still running.

We offer straightforward pricing without surcharges.  You can literally see what you want, click, and checkout with a credit card or paypal within minutes, or you can call us to lock in a bank wire order.

Scottsdale Silver....the most distinguished name in Bullion”

As a gift, the 5 gram silver bar definitely sounds grand.  Since all silver and gold products are attractive, shiny, and elegant, the recipients probably will remember this occasion forever.

However, from a purely investment perspective, there is no point getting such a small bullion.

Even one ounce silver bullion is not that worthwhile.

The best size is 10 ounces.

If you are staying in the US, you can make use of the free shipping option to combine the investment size bars, such as a couple of 10 ounces silver bars, with a few 5 gram bullion for gift giving.

At least you kill two birds with one stone.

You can save the headache of gift giving by making a single online purchase, while getting the larger bullion for investment purpose.