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The MGS Precious Metals Blog

Manhattan Gold & Silver is an industry leader in precious metal pricing and refining with more than 30 years of experience. During our time in the business, we’ve found the topic of precious metals to be a vast and interesting one. Here on our precious metals blog, we write in-depth posts about the science of precious metal refining, historical and modern uses for precious metals, market news, and much more.

The Differences Between Various “European” Types of Silver

Learn about some of the more common types of European silver, how they’re different and a little bit about their history.

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How Gold Works as a Hedge Investment

Interested in using gold as a hedge against inflation? Learn more about how gold investments can help you to safely diversify your portfolio.

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Modern Uses of Precious Metals

What are the modern uses of precious metals? Read on to learn about how society uses gold, silver, platinum, palladium, and rhodium today.

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‘Fool’s Gold’ Might be Worth Slightly More Than We Thought

A recent specimen of fool’s gold (or “pyrite”) actually contains gold particles. Find how this discovery reshapes what we thought we knew about fool’s gold.

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What Affects the Spot Prices of Precious Metals?

What determines the spot price of gold and silver? We delve into precious metal spot price factors and how to get a fair return on investment. Learn more.

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How Much Are Dental Crowns Worth?

That extracted gold dental crown could be worth something! Find out how to determine a gold dental crown’s value.

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