I haven't made a purchase at APMEX since I bought silver at...uhm 49. I went there a few minutes ago to purchase one 1/10 oz. gold Eagle. The price with a credit card is about $203. I went to check out and was shocked that tax popped up for $18. That was on top of $12.50 for shipping. That all added up for a tiny gold coin.

I knew I had never paid tax before. Then I vaguely remembered a story a while back about APMEX opening a branch on Wall Street. I looked it up and I was correct. Turns out since I live in NY I am now going to have to pay tax at APMEX. So I didn't hit the button to finalize the order.

A new coin store opened in my area. I'll pay them a visit. The cost of living is huge around here so I'll be interested to see the over spot price. Of course I'll be paying tax but won't have the credit card fee. I'm looking to really buy silver, but I still want the 1/10th oz. of gold.

This is a great thread, OP.