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Why Gold & Silver still shine

From Lydia’s coins to the modern era. Gold & silver have stood the test of time. They will continue to do so

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Jul 07, 2025
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Gold and Silver have (pardon the pun in advance) been the Bedrock(s) of the monetary system for a long time. From the Mesoamericans to the modern-day Americans, they have played a key role in shaping the world.

This journey through time will start with a very basic overview of gold and silver before heading back to Mesoamerica. There are some slight over…

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