For a more detailed chart of cord colors and the discipline or group they represent, visit our Honor Cord Color Meanings page. STOLES or SASHES are another popular way to represent the unity that exists when in a specific group. The stoles come in a wide variety of colors and often , as with the cords , the color has meaning.
They can easily be purchased through online bullion brokers and can be purchased as low as around 3% to 4% over spot prices. Compare that to the premium for American Silver Eagles, which currently range from about 25% to 30%, and it's pretty clear that 1,000-ounce silver bars are way more cost-effective. It should be noted that 1,000-ounce bars are not weighed precisely. The exact weight of a 1,000-ounce silver bar generally ranges from 995 to 1,005 ounces.
American Eagle Silver Bullion coins are considered legal tender and have a face value of $1. This value is largely symbolic; however, as they are traded based on the market rate for silver, plus a small premium. Their actual silver market value is much higher than their $1 face value.