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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. 

Discover the resilience of platinum including its tarnish resistance and enduring allure across industries.
How are gold coins made? Explore the intricate world of gold coin minting, from design conception to exquisite finishes.
Learn how to test platinum at home to uncover the authenticity of your platinum through a series of steps.

All Science Resources

Is Silver a Metal?

We answer the questions of is Silver a metal or not and sell high quality Silver such as the 5 oz APMEX Silver bar. Get

Where is Gold Mined?

Gold, atomic number 79, or AU is a naturally occurring element, existing in finite amounts around our Earth. Where is Gold Mined? Today, North America

Precious Metal Sizes Conversion Chart

Learn how to convert all measurements including how many grams in an ounce of Gold. How many grams a 100 oz Silver bar is or

Where is Platinum Mined?

The Platinum bullion value is high because of its scarcity and its use in industrial applications. Platinum is mined in very few places around the

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

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 Household Items Can Ruin Your Precious Metals

Household items will not work when it comes to storing your Precious Metals for many reasons, especially quality deterioration. Plastic bags or shoeboxes are common

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!
We answer the questions of is Silver a metal or not and sell high quality Silver such as the 5 oz APMEX Silver bar. Get
Gold, atomic number 79, or AU is a naturally occurring element, existing in finite amounts around our Earth. Where is Gold Mined? Today, North America
Learn how to convert all measurements including how many grams in an ounce of Gold. How many grams a 100 oz Silver bar is or
The Platinum bullion value is high because of its scarcity and its use in industrial applications. Platinum is mined in very few places around the
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
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
Household items will not work when it comes to storing your Precious Metals for many reasons, especially quality deterioration. Plastic bags or shoeboxes are common
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!

More Guides for You

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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