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Your Precious Metals collection is more than an art, it’s a science. Learning more about the science behind Gold and Silver will you give insight to minting and production processes used to create the iconic pieces in your collection. 

How is Gold Formed and Where Does it Come From?  

How is Gold Formed and Where Does it Come From?  

Learn how gold is formed and where it comes from. 
The Resilience of Platinum: Does Platinum Tarnish?

The Resilience of Platinum: Does Platinum Tarnish?

Discover the resilience of platinum including its tarnish resistance and enduring allure across industries.
How Are Gold Coins Made? The Art and Science Behind the Minting Process

How Are Gold Coins Made? The Art and Science Behind the Minting Process

How are gold coins made? Explore the intricate world of gold coin minting, from design conception to exquisite finishes.

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Platinum from Asteroids: The Next Rush?

Asteroid mining is the idea that we could extract natural resources, such as Platinum and water, from nearby asteroids and use them here on Earth.

Platinum Group Metals

Platinum Group Metals, an assortment of six rare, naturally occurring elements, have been sought after since at least 700 B.C.E. Known for their beauty, high

Precious Metals in Cars

Steel, fiberglass and rubber are all commonly recognized components in modern automobiles, but you can also find a substantial amount of Precious Metals in cars.

Precious Metals in Electronics

There are Precious Metals in electronics that are essential in helping them run. From cell phones to televisions there are amount of Precious Metals in

Precious Metals in the Medical Field

We often think of Precious Metals as something tangible we can hold as an investment or collection. While that is true, there are amounts of

Scientific Properties of Precious Metals

All metals have scientific properties that makes them unique to industries and to the earth. While there are many metals in existence today, Precious Metals

Do Silver and Gold Decay?

Even though Silver and Gold are both solid Precious Metals, there is debate as to whether these elements decay or corrode. In order to answer

How is Gold Mined?

Curious how Gold is mined? Learn everything you need to know about where and how Gold is mined from the earth and transformed into such

How is Silver Mined?

While many technologies exist, Silver is typically mined through a process that uses gravity to break and extract ore from large deposits. The exact method

How Precious Metals are Vital to Space Exploration

Space equipment designed to explore the Milky Way requires excellent durability and Precious Metals provide robust, stable benefits in many ways.

How to Recycle Gold?

Gold recycling involves a Gold extraction process that results in Gold melting and reshaping. Buy actual Gold and get free shipping and handling!

What is a Troy Ounce?

What sets apart the troy ounce from the avoirdupois ounce? Discover the origins of the troy ounce and its application in commercial practices.
Asteroid mining is the idea that we could extract natural resources, such as Platinum and water, from nearby asteroids and use them here on Earth.
Platinum Group Metals, an assortment of six rare, naturally occurring elements, have been sought after since at least 700 B.C.E. Known for their beauty, high
Steel, fiberglass and rubber are all commonly recognized components in modern automobiles, but you can also find a substantial amount of Precious Metals in cars.
There are Precious Metals in electronics that are essential in helping them run. From cell phones to televisions there are amount of Precious Metals in
We often think of Precious Metals as something tangible we can hold as an investment or collection. While that is true, there are amounts of
All metals have scientific properties that makes them unique to industries and to the earth. While there are many metals in existence today, Precious Metals
Even though Silver and Gold are both solid Precious Metals, there is debate as to whether these elements decay or corrode. In order to answer
Curious how Gold is mined? Learn everything you need to know about where and how Gold is mined from the earth and transformed into such
While many technologies exist, Silver is typically mined through a process that uses gravity to break and extract ore from large deposits. The exact method
Space equipment designed to explore the Milky Way requires excellent durability and Precious Metals provide robust, stable benefits in many ways.
Gold recycling involves a Gold extraction process that results in Gold melting and reshaping. Buy actual Gold and get free shipping and handling!
What sets apart the troy ounce from the avoirdupois ounce? Discover the origins of the troy ounce and its application in commercial practices.

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What is Bullion?

Gold, Silver, Platinum, and Palladium all come in various forms and sizes to create a variety of options for investors and collectors.  

What Is an Eagle

Since the U.S. Mint’s American Eagle program began in 1986, Gold and Silver Eagles have remained a popular choice among both investors and collectors

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