A unique opportunity has been created by the Royal Australian Mint in memory of its former chief executive officer, Janine Murphy, who lost her battle with illness last year. The Janine Murphy Scholarship for Apprentices is the first apprenticeship scheme in the minting industry in the world, according to the organisation. Originally from World Gold [...]
The Royal Australian Mint's inventory of 1,500 2011 Kangaroo Series Allied Rock-Wallaby $10 Gold Proof Coins sold out within a matter of hours on October 5th. When the coins went on sale on Tuesday, the institution was inundated with calls and online enquiries from would-be buyers. Originally from World Gold Council
The impression made by Ria Joseph's handcrafted gold jewellery is "everlasting", reports Indian news provider My Bangalore. Her contemporary jewellery pieces make liberal use of precious metals, with gold featuring heavily in the intricate designs created with her own hands. Originally from World Gold Council
Imports of gold into Ahmedabad rose by nearly 25 per cent between July and September in the traditional upswing of trading in the precious metal, reports DNA India. Rajnikant Choksi, director of Ahmedabad Choksi Mahajan Association, tells the news provider that the upcoming wedding and festival seasons are helping to drive demand higher. Originally from [...]
The traditional clothing of Thailand's Phangnga province can be accented with a great number of items of gold jewellery, reports the Bangkok Post. In a pictorial feature, the publication shows Jintana Srivichanon dressed traditionally at the residence of the first mayor of the Takua Pa district. Originally from World Gold Council
Gold nanoparticles have been used in the creation of a new light source similar in style to light emitting diodes (LEDs). Researchers at the National Institute of Standards and Technology discovered that growing nanowires horizontally allowed the production of light similar to that from LEDs. Originally from World Gold Council
Gold prices may continue to rise from the record highs achieved in trading this week, a number of experts believe. A survey of 18 traders, investors and analysts conducted by Bloomberg found that two-thirds believe prices will continue to rise next week. Originally from World Gold Council
American Eagle has launched its Gold Proof Coins, which have been designed specifically for collectors. The coins became available earlier today, with orders being taken at the United States Mint's website. Originally from World Gold Council
During the upcoming celebration of Malaysia’s independence from British rule, Merdeka, one jeweller is offering a gold pendant inspired by the country’s flag. The Habib Jewel piece incorporates the colours of the flag – red, white, yellow and blue – into a pendant of 18-karat gold, reports the Malay Mail. Originally from World Gold Council
A luxurious and indulgent use for gold leaf could be the latest trend for using strips of it for waxing. Now Magazine reports that Chelsea’s fashionable waxing bar, Strip, offers a complete indulgent experience from the waxing itself through to shopping for designer lingerie afterwards. Originally from World Gold Council
A gold bangle designed by royal engraver Malcolm Appleby brings 18-karat gold detailing to a pattern incorporating butterfly wings and a variety of different animal prints, reports the Press and Journal. His design is one of three exclusive pieces in the same series, with the 18-karat gold bangle adorned with butterfly wings which, in turn, [...]
Australian prime minister Julia Gillard selected a gold necklace as her decoration for a photoshoot to appear on the cover of Australian Women’s Weekly, reports The Age. In the shoot, Ms Gillard – formerly of the Vale of Glamorgan in Wales – opted not to have any wrinkles removed or her hair put back into [...]
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