Fort Knox History

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Fort Knox: A History of Gold, Armor, and American Security Fort Knox. The name conjures images of impenetrable vaults, stacks of gold bars, and a symbol of American financial might. While the gold depository is undoubtedly a significant part of … Continued

Original Source of Diamonds

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India: The Original Source of Diamonds India, a land of rich history and vibrant culture, holds a unique place in the world of gemstones as the original source of diamonds. For centuries, it was the world’s sole supplier of these … Continued

The Sunken Treasure Fleet of Vero Beach

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[sc_fs_multi_faq headline-0=”h2″ question-0=”1. What caused the destruction of the 1715 Spanish treasure fleet?” answer-0=”The fleet was destroyed by a powerful hurricane on July 31, 1715, just seven days after departing from Havana, Cuba. While the fleet had delayed its departure … Continued

Gold Prospecting in Colorado

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[sc_fs_multi_faq headline-0=”h2″ question-0=”1. Where can I legally prospect for gold in Colorado?” answer-0=”You can generally prospect on Bureau of Land Management (BLM) lands and within National Forests, though specific regulations may apply. However, prospecting is often restricted in State Parks, … Continued

Colorado Gold Rush

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[sc_fs_multi_faq headline-0=”h2″ question-0=”1. What event officially triggered the Colorado Gold Rush, and when did it begin?” answer-0=”While rumors of gold had existed for years, the rush was truly ignited in 1858 when a group of prospectors led by William Green … Continued

Opal Fields of Queensland Australia

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[sc_fs_multi_faq headline-0=”h2″ question-0=”1. Where exactly is the “Opal Belt” of Western Queensland located?” answer-0=”The opal deposits are found in a massive belt approximately 250 miles wide. It extends from Kynuna (80 miles west-north-west of Winton) in a south-south-easterly direction down … Continued

The Aga Khan Emerald sold at Christie’s Geneva

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[sc_fs_multi_faq headline-0=”h2″ question-0=”1. Who was the original owner of the Aga Khan Emerald and why was it commissioned?” answer-0=”The emerald was commissioned in 1960 by Prince Sadruddin Aga Khan as a gift for his wife, Nina Dyer. The Parisian jeweler … Continued

Why is it so hard to realize wholesale prices?

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[sc_fs_multi_faq headline-0=”h2″ question-0=”1. Why can’t I get “wholesale” prices when I sell my jewelry to a dealer?” answer-0=”While “wholesale” is the price dealers pay to suppliers, your position as a private seller is very different. Suppliers offer dealers special financing … Continued