The Glitter of Gold.
We’ve always turned to this precious metal in times of distress, so is there any wonder that jewelry designers and museum curators are busy with work? And is it really any surprise that there seems to be a modern-day gold rush? “In these troubled times,…Read More
Hard work for gold leaf for the hand-made weightless gold leaf.
Used in Buddhist rituals, the shining foil decorating pagodas is about 30 times thinner than a human hair. How thin is it? Human skin is about .07 inches thick. The thickness of a sheet of paper is, on average, about .004 inches. By contrast, the…Read More
Why you should invest in gold in 2023.
The new year could be challenging economically-investing in gold may help. It’s almost a new year and a time for reevaluation for many people. If you’re one of them, you may be taking a look at your finances-specifically, what you’re investing. For some, gold may…Read More
Who wore the golden pectoral of Monte Albán?
This Mixtec masterpiece was one of more than 120 gold artifacts discovered in a tomb in southern Mexico. Its complex iconography has led to heated debate over the identity of its owner. This stunning pectoral, worn around the neck by a Mixtec dignitary, was one…Read More
Declaration of Responsibility and Sustainability Principles. Gold Industry Commits.
The gold industry has come together, convened by LBMA (LBMA is the world’s independent authority for precious metals and sets standards that uphold trust in the precious metals markets) and and World Gold Council, to sign a Declaration of Responsibility and Sustainability Principles which formally…Read More