Beginners often start with 25 to 100 ounces to serve as a hedge against inflation and currency weakness.
Expect to pay roughly $85 to $95 per ounce for standard bullion products when the spot price is around $75.
Advanced investors focusing on long-term purchasing power often hold between 300 and 1,000+ ounces .
Those viewing silver as a serious secondary savings vehicle typically aim for 100 to 300 ounces .