Tag Archives: Precious Metals

What Causes Silver to Tarnish?

Silver is one of the least reactive elements in the periodic table. At moderate temperatures, neither water or oxygen will … Continue reading

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London Metal Exchange Agrees to Chinese Takeover

The London Metal Exchange is one of Britain’s most venerable and respected independent financial marketplaces. Conducting business for well over … Continue reading

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Greek Elections Have Little Effect on Precious Metals

Most thought that the Greek elections would bolster stock prices, while precious metals would take a beating. Thus far, this … Continue reading

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Forecast for Future Silver Industrial Demand Shows 36% Rise

A report commissioned by the Silver Institute forecasts a future silver industrial demand and a rise in silver use by … Continue reading

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Is Silver The Most Useful Metal on Earth?

Silver is classified as a precious metal, due to its relative scarcity. Despite this, silver is still more plentiful, and … Continue reading

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Silver and Gold Pricing Pressured Down by Global Uncertainty

The worsening European crisis is generating negative sentiment on worldwide financial markets. Commodities are no exception. The inability of Greece … Continue reading

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Why are Silver Bearings Better?

Bearings are integral to the operation of many engines. Engines require a better bearing than is utilized for many other … Continue reading

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Silver Occurence and Mining Methods

The rarity of silver is expressed by its occurrence in igneous rock of just 0.07 parts per million. The potential … Continue reading

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Is Silver Likely To Experience Extreme Valuation Increases In The Coming Years?

As the year 2008 drew to a close, the price of silver futures plunged to new lows, falling to under … Continue reading

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Sensible Investing: Mining Stocks or Precious Metal Bullion?

As investors contemplate the best precious metal bullion acquisition strategies, many will wonder if putting their money in mining stocks … Continue reading

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Silver May be More Useful than Gold in the Face of Fiscal Turmoil

The argument for gold ownership is relentless and unwavering. Gold is one of the most valuable commodities on earth, and … Continue reading

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Coin Collectors Settle on Definition of “Coin Doctoring”

Purchasers of collectible silver and gold coins may become victims of deliberate coin alteration. The Professional Numismatists Guild (PNG) has … Continue reading

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