Without a doubt, Gold is one of the world’s most precious metals. It is also a certainty that gold enjoys an unsurpassed popularity as a medium for jewelry expression. Both jewelry artisans and consumers alike are “in love” with gold. There seems to be no end to the range of colors, finishes and styles available and gold remains a perennial favorite setting for gemstones. However, many consumers as well as business people who buy and resell gold jewelry lack a certain fundamental understanding of the world of gold. This article hopes to fill in the gaps.
