When you think about gold bars, high-tech images don’t readily come to mind. We think of those stories of people with hordes of gold stored in their shed, huge scores of valuable antique gold discovered in sunken ships, the California gold rush, and other more old-school visions of wealth. While the internet changed a lot, there are some industries that
Life happens, and sometimes you need a bit of extra cash to get through the day. When that happens, you look for ways to get your hands on some cash, and fast. Often, the need for cash is seen as temporary until another paycheck comes in or you find a new job, but that isn’t always the case.
Rolled gold, also known as gold-filled, is a material made by bonding a layer of gold alloy to a base metal, usually brass. This process involves mechanically bonding a thin sheet of gold to the surface of the base metal through a combination of heat and pressure. This isn’t to be confused with gold-plated jewelry. For rolled gold products, the
As of October 31st, 2024, gold prices have climbed to an all-time high over $2,350/ounce. While there are many reasons the price of gold might increase, the prevailing sentiment is that it is being caused by the market’s optimism towards the Federal Reserve cutting rates (although we’ll cover more reasons later). As inflation tames and the economy appears robust, the
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The U.S. Mint has officially unveiled three commemorative coins showcasing the renowned abolitionist and human rights activist Harriet Tubman. These coins, presented as part of the Harriet Tubman Commemorative Coin Program, were released to the public on Thursday, January 4, 2024. The collection features $5 gold coins, $1 silver coins, and half-dollar coins, all crafted to honor the bicentennial of
One of the most interesting consumer gold investment stories of 2023 occurred when Costco, one of America’s largest and most beloved retailers, announced that they’d be selling solid gold bars. These 1 oz gold bars, which retailed for a little above gold’s spot price on their website, often sell out within hours of appearing in stock. Despite selling these gold
Everyone loves the sound of 24K gold. Pure gold is associated with being very valuable, the “best of the best” when it comes to owning gold or giving a gift. And while it’s true that it is the most valuable, it actually isn’t the best choice when it comes to owning gold jewelry. As romantic as it may sound saying
Ultimately, the decision to sell broken gold depends on your personal circumstances and preferences. If you have broken gold items that hold no sentimental value and you don’t wear, then there’s little sense in repairing them, or even holding on to them. But don’t throw them out! Broken gold is still gold and can be quite valuable based on its
When you think of gold jewelry, sure gold wedding rings come quickly to mind. But gold is used for far more reasons than a symbol of commitment. From religious expressions to personal style, there is a huge range of styles and types of gold jewelry that people wear. Gold chains are one prominent type of gold jewelry, so let’s look