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Why is Gold Valuable?

Economies across the globe have always held gold in high regard. Even though gold mining did not have workplace technologies and the safety regulations modern companies have, they were still present in the majority of countries before the advent of flight or sailing. Throughout the ages, pirates, monarchs, and merchants have always been on the lookout for the next gold score they could attain.

When was gold discovered and why is it held in such high regard? Although some materials today are more valuable than gold, nothing can beat out gold in prestige, versatility, and aesthetic value–and its number of industrial uses.

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Is Gold Magnetic?

Gold is a metal that is found in nature. It is one of the most valuable metals in the world because it doesn’t corrode, and it has a very low reactivity to other elements. Gold also has a very low melting point, meaning it can be turned into a liquid relatively easily.

One of the most common questions about gold is whether it is magnetic or not.

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Are Olympic Medals Solid Gold?

Dozens of Olympic athletes took the podium to receive gold, silver, and bronze medals in the Beijing Winter Olympics last month.

Olympic medals are an iconic part of the events, but what are they actually made out of? How much do they weigh? What are they worth from a precious metals standpoint? Read on for some insight into what Olympic medals are composed of as well as what made the Beijing medals unique.

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Make Extra Cash for the Holiday Season

We may not want to admit it, but the holiday season can definitely be a stressful time of year.

There are parties to plan for, gifts to purchase, family gatherings that require cooking and cleaning. If you have kids they likely have events they need to bring gifts to as well. If you’re traveling to spend the holidays with family or friends, you either have to buy plane tickets or fill up your gas tank.

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