Long before the advent of mechanized industry or modern engines, the first human societies made a major discovery: exposing certain ores to intense heat transformed the raw stone into solid, malleable metal. Civilization...

From ancient treasure hunts to modern tales of greed and ambition, gold has played a starring role in cinema for over a century. Its dazzling appearance, symbolic power and link to wealth have made it one of the most popular visual motifs in...

For Canadians who appreciate both precious metals and the country's natural heritage, few bullion collections capture this connection as well as the Royal Canadian Mint's Silver Canadian Wildlife Series. Launched between 2011 and 2013,...

It sounds straight out of a modern fairy tale: walk into your backyard with a shovel, expect nothing more than dirt and roots, and instead discover a sliver of gold. Yet stories like this are more common than you might think...

Those who carry coins in their pockets are likely to have a few nickels in their collection. The silver, thumb-sized coin depicts one of Canada's beloved animals - the majestic and beautiful...

A transparent step-by-step guide Selling gold for the first time can seem uncertain. Many people walk into our branches wondering what the process will be like, how their jewelry will be appraised and whether they'll get a price...

At Canada Gold, a frequent question we receive is: what's the difference between a collector coin and a bullion coin? Although both are made from precious metals such as gold and silver, they are valued at the same...

In today's ever-changing financial world, diversification is one of the most fundamental strategies investors use to manage risk. However, while many portfolios are diversified between equities, bonds...