The current clamour to buy gold in India is greater than it has been for some considerable time, reports Mineweb. Any small drop in the value of the commodity is met with substantial purchases by investors, the news provider adds. Originally from World Gold Council
Coin Update News reports on the recent increase in asking prices for Proof Buffalo and First Spouse gold coins from the US Mint. The First Spouse series is an opportunity to purchase half an ounce of 24-c gold in either proof or uncirculated versions. Originally from World Gold Council
Zoe Hobbs, who is married to Strictly Come Dancing star Brendan Cole, opted for a large gold necklace to complete her glamorous look at an event yesterday evening (October 6th). The model teamed the elaborate accessory with a one-shoulder, floor-length black gown when she attended the Inspiration Awards for Women in London, the Daily Mail [...]
A metal detector enthusiast has described finding gold as "more fun than winning the lottery". Terry Herbert, from Burntwood, told the Lichfield Mercury how he discovered so much of the precious metal it became all he could think about. Originally from World Gold Council
A South African man has left a tea company in the country baffled after he claimed he found a 24-c gold medallion in a box containing ingredients for a brew. Port Alfred resident Gordon Jauka said he discovered the token when going to make a drink, the Daily Dispatch reports. Originally from World Gold Council
Actor James Franco donned gold jewellery for a photo shoot for Candy magazine. The Milk star wore gold earrings and a chunky choker necklace in the precious metal for his appearance on the publication's cover. Originally from World Gold Council
A hotel that uses gold leaf in its decoration has been described as a tourist attraction in its own tight. Writing for the Sydney Morning Herald, Heather Tyler notes that the Oberoi Amarvilas, situated close to the Taj Mahal, in Agra, India, is something of a cultural destination. Originally from World Gold Council
A historic building in Lakeport California has had a new sign created using 23-c gold leaf lettering. Lake County News reports that the Carnegie Library lost its original sign last year following a break-in and that due to the building's place on the National Register of Historic Places a replacement had to be created in [...]
A new table from UK furniture designer Hutson Bespoke has the option of being customised in gold leaf. The Romo Table features four sweeping sword legs, chrome tipped feet, a circular top and hidden drawers. Originally from World Gold Council
A new 11-metre high archway designed to symbolise the friendship between China and Canada has been unveiled. The structure was decorated in 11 coats of paint and features half a kilogramme of gold leaf, the Ottawa Citizen reports. Originally from World Gold Council
An athlete from Sydney has described how his gold necklace is his lucky charm. In an interview with the Australian, Fabrice Lapierre explained how he has established a ritual of clenching the jewellery between his teeth during competitions. Originally from World Gold Council
An artist whose picture frame holds the official portrait of Nancy Reagan is currently displaying a range of gold leaf images. Joel Hoyer's work is featured in Cafe International at Haight and Filmore, the San Francisco Bay Times reports. Originally from World Gold Council
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