Egyptian Cat Silver

Egyptian Cat Silver: frequently asked questions

What is the current silver spot price for Egyptian Cat coins?

The Egyptian Cat is a 5 oz silver bar, so its price is based on the live $65.58 silver spot price for five troy ounces, plus an art-bar premium. We track 1 listing across 1 dealer, allowing you to compare current prices and find the best available deal.

What is the Argentia Egyptian Cat silver coin series?

The Egyptian Cat is a 5 oz ultra-high-relief silver bar from Argentia Precious Metals, part of their Sculptural Arts Collection. Struck from .9999 fine silver, it depicts a seated Egyptian cat in intricate sculptural detail, available in both Ultra High Relief and Antiqued finishes. It is a bar, not a coin: it carries no face value and is not legal tender. Argentia is a Canadian precious metals brand (Canadian PMX Corp.).

Are silver coins like the Egyptian Cat series exempt from capital gains tax?

The Egyptian Cat is a silver bar with no legal tender status, so CGT exemptions that apply to certain legal-tender coins do not apply here. In the UK, gains are taxed at 18% or 24% depending on your income band, with an annual allowance of £3,000. In Canada, 50% of any gain is included in taxable income. US investors pay up to 28% on long-term gains from silver.

Are silver coins like the Egyptian Cat a better investment than silver bars?

The Egyptian Cat is itself a silver bar, so the relevant comparison is between art bars and standard bullion bars. Art bars like this carry higher premiums over spot due to their sculptural production, .9999 purity, and limited availability, which can make them harder to liquidate at close to melt value. Standard silver bars from major refineries typically trade at tighter spreads and are more straightforward to buy and sell. The right choice depends on whether collectibility or pure metal exposure is the priority.