Milk spots are white, cloudy marks that can appear on the surface of silver coins and bars – even on untouched pieces that have been stored in pristine condition. While they don’t affect a piece’s metal content, they can understandably be a source of concern for silver investors and collectors. In this article, we explore what silver milk spots ar...
A gold ingot is a specific type of gold bar produced by pouring molten gold into a mould. The term ‘ingot’ comes from the mould in which the gold is cast. Gold ingots are different to minted bars, which are produced by cutting or stamping sheets of gold bullion into a uniform shape. Since gold ingots are cast, they often have a slightly rougher and...
On September 17, 2025, the Federal Reserve announced interest rate cuts by 25 basis points, lowering the federal funds target range to 4.00-4.25%. Gold prices rallied before the announcement, breaking record highs above $3,500 in early September in anticipation of loosening policy. Even after the cut, they continued to rise and reached new highs of...
The value of a gold bar depends on two main factors: its weight and the current spot price of gold. But there’s a lot more to it than just that. How much a gold bar is worth can also depend on premiums, market demand, and the type of bar being purchased. In this guide, we explore what gold bars are, the factors that influence their price, what af...
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