Category Archives: Silver

Nautilus Joins BHP Billiton and Rio Tinto in Papua New Guinea Troubles

The first ocean floor mining project, pioneered by Canadian mine developer, Nautilus Minerals seems doomed to fail. The Solwara 1 … Continue reading

Posted in Silver | Tagged , , , | Comments Off on Nautilus Joins BHP Billiton and Rio Tinto in Papua New Guinea Troubles

What Causes Silver to Tarnish?

Silver is one of the least reactive elements in the periodic table. At moderate temperatures, neither water or oxygen will … Continue reading

Posted in Silver | Tagged , , , , | Comments Off on What Causes Silver to Tarnish?

With Silver Prices at a 19-Month Low, the Time to Invest in Silver is Now

With growing concerns about a global economic slowdown, particularly in the Euro-Zone, and the Federal Reserve’s recent decision not to … Continue reading

Posted in Silver | Tagged , , , , , , | Comments Off on With Silver Prices at a 19-Month Low, the Time to Invest in Silver is Now

National Mints See First Quarter Losses in Silver Coin Sales

In the first half of 2012 spot gold has outperformed silver. Although gold has risen less than one percent, silver … Continue reading

Posted in Silver | Tagged , , , , , , , | Comments Off on National Mints See First Quarter Losses in Silver Coin Sales

Fed’s Extension of Operation Twist Accelerates Precious Metals Valuation Slide

Lack of action from the Federal Reserve to use quantitative easing to stimulate the sluggish US economy has caused precious … Continue reading

Posted in Silver | Tagged , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Fed’s Extension of Operation Twist Accelerates Precious Metals Valuation Slide

Is Now a Good Time to Buy Silver?

Fearing plummeting prices in precious metals, not all are aware of what all can be gained buying silver. Is Now … Continue reading

Posted in Silver | Tagged , , , | 1 Comment

Creative Ways to Recycle Items Containing Silver

Since the amount of silver existing on earth constitutes a finite resource, recycling is a way to use silver resources … Continue reading

Posted in Silver | Tagged , , | Comments Off on Creative Ways to Recycle Items Containing Silver

Low Silver Prices Driven by Industrial Interest

Historically, silver and gold pricing have run a similar course of valuation in the commodities market. When gold rises, silver … Continue reading

Posted in Silver | Tagged , , , , | Comments Off on Low Silver Prices Driven by Industrial Interest

Highest Sporting Achievements Rewarded with Silver

The middle of each year brings exciting annual sporting events to North America. From horse racing to hockey, US sports … Continue reading

Posted in Silver | Tagged , , , , | Comments Off on Highest Sporting Achievements Rewarded with Silver

Greek Elections Have Little Effect on Precious Metals

Most thought that the Greek elections would bolster stock prices, while precious metals would take a beating. Thus far, this … Continue reading

Posted in Silver | Tagged , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Greek Elections Have Little Effect on Precious Metals

This Week’s Gold and Silver Outlook

Gold and silver have been maintaining a very slow upward trend over the last week. Gold rose by 2.31% and … Continue reading

Posted in Silver | Tagged , , , | Comments Off on This Week’s Gold and Silver Outlook

Discontinuing Presidential Silver Dollar Production Saves US Big Bucks

Until the end of 2011, the U.S. Mint has been automatically producing large numbers of one dollar coins bearing images … Continue reading

Posted in Silver | Tagged , , , | Comments Off on Discontinuing Presidential Silver Dollar Production Saves US Big Bucks