There’s a reason – actually, many reasons – that gold has been one of the most valuable commodities throughout history. From its abundance in ancient Egypt to its use as a currency and then the gold standard, civilizations have been using gold both for its aesthetic qualities and its practical uses. Throughout history, gold has [...]

When you think about the history of Nevada, what do you think of? You might remember the emergence of silver mines in the 1800′s, which you might have learned about in school. Or you might think about the 20th century development of Las Vegas into a symbol of excess, celebrity, and gambling. You might think [...]

However you look at it, gold is a valuable thing. The ancient Egyptians revered it and used it well, fashioning countless antiques, decorations, and masks from gold in order to celebrate their royalty and religion. Gold is used to commemorate weddings, used as a sign of ultimate affection for young men who want to win [...]

Gold mining, to many, has a special significance in their imagination, an allocation of memory connected to images of 49ers traveling to California during the Gold Rush, and simply digging through the dirt to find that unmistakable sign of wealth and significance:  the gold nugget.