Category: Precious Metals

What is a Platinum-Group Metal?

Posted - October 28, 2025
At a Glance:Platinum-group metals are a group of six metals with similar qualities and characteristics.Platinum-group metals are popular Read More

What is a Precious Metal Refiner? | Gold and Silver Refineries Explained

Posted - October 16, 2025
At a Glance:Precious metal refiners extract and purify precious metals like gold, silver, and platinum.Refiners can sell their own bars, Read More

How to Insure Your Precious Metals or Rare Coins

Posted - September 4, 2025
At a Glance:As the value of your collection grows, insuring your precious metals is essential.Most homeowners insurance plans only cover Read More

Platinum vs. Palladium | Comparison and Investor’s Guide

Posted - June 4, 2025
At a Glance:Platinum and palladium are both considered platinum group metals.Nonetheless, there are several key differences between the Read More

A Fortune in the Stars: Mining Precious Metals in Space

Posted - December 10, 2024
At a Glance: Scientists have found trillions of dollars in gold, silver, platinum, and other metals in some asteroids. Major Read More

Why Buy Platinum Coins and Bars? | 7 Reasons to Add Platinum to Your Portfolio

Posted - July 30, 2024
At a Glance: Gold and silver are the most popular precious metals, so they often overshadow platinum bullion.Because of its industrial Read More

How Rare is Gold, Really?

Posted - July 18, 2024
At a Glance: Found at a rate of only 1 part per 250,000 in the Earth's crust, gold is extremely rare. Some platinum group metals like Read More

Metals Market Update – Precious Metal Price News (28 May 2024)

Posted - May 28, 2024
At a Glance: Gold recovered over the weekend after dropping nearly $100/oz last week. Silver (+$1.67) holds above a decade high and Read More

Monday Metal Movements – Gold, Silver, and Platinum Price News (20 May 2024)

Posted - May 20, 2024
At a Glance: Gold continued its record-breaking May this morning, hitting a new all-time high of nearly $2,450. Silver also saw Read More