Metals

How an Exploding Star Creates Gold When looking at a shiny piece of gold jewelry, have you ever wondered where this precious metal originated? The answer lies in the heart of the cosmos. This blog post will explore how supernova explosions create elements like gold from massive stars. Life and Death of a Massive Star [...]

The Troy Ounce Today, we will take a deep dive into weights and measures, specifically the notorious troy ounce. While many may have heard of this term, its unique history and critical importance in the precious metal industry have yet to be discovered by most. By the end of this blog post, you'll be more knowledgeable [...]

The End of the Gold Standard In 1971, President Richard Nixon made an economic decision that would forever change the global financial landscape. By removing the United States from the gold standard, he detached the U.S. dollar from its gold-backing and radically reshaped how currencies function. But why did Nixon feel compelled to make such [...]

Riding the Waves in the Copper Market Copper is a crucial industrial metal, heavily utilized in the construction, transportation, and electronics industries. Its high conductivity, durability, and versatility make it a valuable commodity in global markets, often associated with economic growth and development. However, copper's price and availability fluctuate yearly as it reacts to global [...]