Canada Gold Blog
Golden Legacy: Navigating the World of Canadian Gold Coins
Gold has an allure that transcends time. As a symbol of wealth, power, and prestige, gold has been coveted throughout history. Especially in the current market where many are monitoring the gold price today, gold coins, particularly those from Canada, have been...
The Benefits of Owning Gold in Canada: Hedging Against Inflation and Market Volatility
For thousands of years, gold has been valued by humanity for its beauty and scarcity. The first known use of gold as currency dates to around 700 B.C., when the first coins were produced by the merchants of Lydia, an Iron Age kingdom of Western Asia Minor. Made from a...
Do Mints Matter? A Guide to The Major Gold Bullion
Gold can be kept in a variety of forms. Gold of high purity is often kept in the form of bars, but may also be found as ingots and coins. Gold that is officially recognized as being at least 99.5% pure is referred to as bullion, which can be cast into any of these...
How Much Are Dental Scrap Gold and Silver Worth?
When we think of dental fillings, many of us immediately picture the silver fillings that have been widely used by dentists for more than a century. While typically referred to as silver due to their colour, these are actually an amalgam of metals such as mercury,...
Know the Designer Brands Before You Sell Your Jewellery
Are you thinking about selling your high-end jewellery? There are a wide variety of reason why you may want to part with your precious items. Maybe you no longer wear them. Maybe they were passed down and you would like some extra money. Or maybe you simply want to make more space in your home.
Does it matter what kind of gold or silver I buy?
Not sure where to put your hard-earned investment dollars? While stocks and bonds can fluctuate, precious metals usually tend to rise, making silver and gold smart investments. But with so many options out there, it can be confusing deciding which precious metal...
UK and British Silver Hallmarks – A Complete Guide
Understanding British hallmarks can be a tricky task. This article will hopefully put some of that confusion to rest. The first thing you need to know is that you will be looking at a series of five symbols if the piece was manufactured before 1999. If it was...
Home Tests For Gold – How to Tell If Gold Is Real or Fake
Many of us have seen old movies and TV shows where a character tries to determine whether a coin is gold by biting it. While there may actually have been a time when this was a useful means of testing gold, it is probably not something that you would want to try...
Math Of Gold – How To Calculate The Value Of Your Gold
Does the price of gold have you tempted to sell your unwanted jewellery? Before you part with your gold pieces, it may well benefit you to know the karat weight. But density, gold-plated jewellery, and pennyweight measurements can cause confusion, leading to improper...
Is Gold Still A Good Investment?
Gold bars are one of the things people think of when they imagine wealth or treasure. Gold is known all over the world for its value and history, with wars having been fought and lives lost in its pursuit. Today, gold remains valuable for a variety of reasons, with...
Best Place to Sell Gold (Locations Across Canada)
Looking to make some extra cash? Well, rummaging around in your jewellery box might be a great place to start. Selling your gold has never been easier—or more confusing. With so many options out there, finding the right buyer can be overwhelming. To help you get top...
Where Can I Get Cash for Gold: Top Reasons to Sell Your Jewellery
Whether you’re looking to buy something for that special someone or pay off a few bills, extra cash can always come in handy. But like the old saying goes, money doesn’t grow on trees. While that is certainly true, you may have a source of income that you haven’t even...