Every proceeding year since the lockdowns of 2020 the world has been shown more and more the true value of real tangible commodities such as the food we eat, the roof over our head, the clothes on our back, critical minerals that power daily items, and of course, one of the most important commodities to…
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Category: Silver
Understanding the Value of Silver Scrap
Scrap silver usually lies in the drawer, never used, but it is a hidden treasure. Be it an old necklace, some tarnished silverware, or coins covered with dust—the value of these things can be great. Let’s explore what makes silver scrap valuable and precisely how you can turn it into cash. What Is Scrap Silver?…
Assaying of Precious Metals: The Importance of Proper Analysis before Sale
Assaying is a process meant to determine, with accuracy, the precious metal composition or content, be it gold, silver, platinum, or other metals, when one intends to sell such metals. In essence, assaying is important since it will guarantee transparency for a given seller and buyer who are dealing with each other in a given…
XRF Technology in Precious Metal Analysis: How It Ensures Accurate Assays
Accuracy and trust are everything when dealing with precious metals. Whether an investor is after gold, silver, or platinum, or an individual seeks to sell old jewelry, the reliability of metal purity can make all the difference in value. At AU Bullion, we pride ourselves on advanced X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) technology for accurate metal analysis….
Precious Metals – A Year in Review
Within precious metals circles it is likely well understood that precious metals were a mixed bag this year. Gold and silver performed outstandingly, while platinum and palladium finished the year in the red. However, what is likely far less understood is just how well gold and silver performed in comparison to other traditional investment classes…