Most jewelry comes in two distinct forms - solid (as an alloy for softer metals) or plated. Picking between these is an important decision, so let's take a look at the differences and what they mean...

What do silver, gold, and platinum have in common? They’re all precious metals; valuable substances that contain plenty of clout in investment circles and plenty of allure in the realm of fine...

It can be argued that platinum is the world’s most versatile precious metal. It’s a symbol of wealth. It the music industry, it’s symbolic of peak success. It makes spectacular jewelry. It’s...

Gold is a precious metal that practically needs no introduction. It’s been viewed as a valuable commodity since the recording of history. Its discovery essentially drove U.S. expansion westward....

Palladium is one of 31 transitional metals and a member of the Platinum Metals Group. Because of its popularity, myriad of uses and its common occurrence along with other precious metals, palladium...

With so many different types, shapes, and sizes of precious metal on the market, it can be challenging to keep up with what you're buying (much less being ready to store it if you're not renting...