Archive for the ‘History of Fine Jewelry’ Category

Gold. The very word conjures images of wealth and luxury. However, it is not uncommon for a person to wonder what it is about gold that makes it so valuable. After all, it is a very soft metal which makes it inappropriate for using as a tool. Also the use of gold in various industries [...]

In the past several months, the price of gold on the market has soared. Nearing all-time historic highs when adjusted for inflation, gold is worth more now than it has been in years. Both buyers and sellers alike are scrambling in a market where gold has reached astronomical prices.
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It’s easy to look at your wedding band or gold anniversary ring and ask yourself, “how on Earth could something so small be so valuable?” But, in the case of precious commodities, it’s the smaller and rarer substances that are often harder to extract - and become valuable not only because they are difficult [...]