FAQs

Atlantic Precious Metal Resources

If you have a scrap metal-related question, Atlantic Precious Metal Resources has the answer. Check out these FAQs and give us a call today for more information!

  • What materials do you accept?

    Karat & Silver Jewelry (Any Condition), Silver Flatware & Holloware, Coins, Bullion, Crown & Bridge, Grindings, Sprues, Splash, Buttons, Carpet, Bench Sweeps, Vac Bags. 

  • What is the best way to prepare my shipment?

    You can use any sturdy box you have Place all items you would like us to refine/assay in the box with packing (making sure that when you shake the box it doesn’t make any noise) Place a business card or note with contact information Please call and speak to us about shipping options. 

  • Why use Atlantic?

    We are a small veteran & family-owned business that has one specialty - processing precious metals. We process your materials in our secure facility - eliminating any middleman. Our in-house chemist uses state-of-the-art assaying technology to determine the exact percentages of precious metals in your material. This assures your settlement is accurate. From the moment you call until you receive your settlement, the same people see your material through every step of our process. We take pride in providing friendly customer service to every person who calls. 

  • What are your payment options?

    Mailed Check ACH - Money is in your account within 48 hours. Will need the following information to process the payment: 


    Bank Name: 

    Name on Account: 

    Routing Number: 

    Account Number: 

  • Are there items you do not process?

    Yes, Gold Plated/Gold Filled, Silver Plated, Electronics/E scrap, Rocks/Ore, Catalytic Converters, Xray Film.

Preparing Your Scrap for Refining

For the highest returns in the scrap industry, turn to Atlantic Precious Metal Resources. With service available nationwide, our local, family, and veteran-owned business caters to each customer's needs with honesty and integrity. Put our 35+ years of experience to work for you when you have precious metal or dental scrap for refining.


Here are some reasons why you should choose us for scrap refining:


  • Process scrap lots within 10 business days
  • Calculate settlements based on 100% of recovered metal content for gold, silver, platinum, and palladium
  • No charge for palladium processing
  • No minimum charge for smaller lot sizes
  • Decades of experience working with the dental industry


If you have any questions, give us a call today. In the meantime, check out our preparation tips (see below).

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