How Accurate is Portable XRF Compared to Fire Assay for Gold Analysis?
Pawn shops, jewellers, and cash-for-gold operations need to accurately assess if a piece of jewellery to ensure authenticity.
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What are Precious Metals and Precious Metals Alloys?
Precious metals are elements that are considered rare and chemically inert. They’re not abundant in nature, and therefore they have high economic value.
Not All that Glitters is Gold
Ever wondered how to sort 'cash for gold' operations ensure they are duped with fake gold. Determining what other precious metals besides gold may be present in a sample can be a challenge.
7 Questions about Gold Plating Answered
After publishing an article by gold-plating expert and occasional guest writer, Calla Gold, we received several inquiries. Calla was kind enough to answer the questions.
Jewellery Maker Switches to All Recycled Gold and Silver
Pandora recently announced it will stop using newly mined silver and gold in all its jewellery by 2025 and only buy from recycled sources
Beware of Precious Metals Fraud During Economic Uncertainty
Local pawnbrokers, cash-for-gold operators, and precious metals dealers may see an increase in people cashing in their jewellery and coins for cash.
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