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Our latest collector's item: a set of four 1/10 oz (3.1 gram) silver, gold, palladium & platinum bars with a dragon motif to commemorate 2024, the Year of the Dragon.
Limited to 66 pieces worldwide. Bars and cases are 100% made in Austria. The bars are housed in a sealed acrylic case.
Don't miss your chance and secure your limited set. The bars have the same design as our 1/10 oz "Dragon 2024" osmium bar and are a beautiful addition to it.
Silver, gold, platinum, and palladium are not only valuable but also possess intriguing characteristics that set them apart.
Silver, known for its conductivity, is crucial in electronics and solar panels. An interesting fact about silver is its antibacterial properties; it has been used in medical equipment and wound dressings for centuries.
Gold, cherished for its luster and rarity, has a fascinating connection to space. Did you know that gold reflects infrared radiation, which is why it's used in astronaut helmets and spacecraft? Moreover, nearly all of Earth's gold originated from meteorites bombarding the planet over 200 million years after its formation.
Platinum, prized for its durability and resistance to corrosion, has a unique place in history. The Spanish conquistadors considered it an annoying byproduct of gold mining, calling it "platina," or little silver. Today, platinum's catalytic properties make it indispensable in vehicle emission control and medical devices, including pacemakers.
Palladium, often overshadowed by its precious metal counterparts, is a key player in the automotive industry. It’s used in catalytic converters to reduce harmful emissions. A lesser-known fact about palladium is its ability to absorb hydrogen at room temperature, a property that is being explored for hydrogen storage solutions, potentially revolutionizing clean energy technology.
These metals, beyond their allure and monetary value, play vital roles in modern technology and industry.