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The Difference between Poured Ingots & Pressed Ingots

A common question we get in the shop is whether the gold bars we sell are poured or pressed, and if there’s a difference when purchasing one or the other. In this post we’ll explain these processes

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These specimens on display at the Melbourne Museum in Victoria

How Entomologists Use Gold to Document New Species

If you like to stay up-to-date on the latest gold buying trends, then you’re probably familiar with the term “gold bug.” But, did you know that literal gold bugs are essential for helping

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Humanium – A New Alloy for a Good Cause

“Peace does not come through prayer, we human beings must create peace. Also, power of truth is more powerful and enduring than the power of gun. Therefore, the Humanium Metal by IM Initiative is a

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Precious Metals Defined

Every culture has its own definition of what makes a metal “precious.” Some countries find metals alluring for their beauty. Others value metals for their functional purpose, as they can be used to

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Is Refining Gold at Home a Good Idea?

There’s nothing like a good DIY project. Whether you’re recreating a gourmet meal or installing backsplash tile, it feels good to accomplish something new on your own (even if you did have a little

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Gold Melting & Refining Equipment

One of our clients’ favorite reasons for doing business with us is our transparency. Most other refineries don’t allow this, but when you sell precious metal scrap to MGS, we let watch your metals go

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