The Aztecs call gold “teocuitlatl” which, when translated, means “excrement of the gods.” Although gold has been used and treasured for centuries, more than 90% of all gold has only been mined since 1848. In that year, prospectors found gold at Sutter’s Mill, California, sparking the most massive gold rush of all time. Nowadays, gold […]
Dali Brooch Sells for Almost $150,000
Posted on October 15th, 2013 by Joe G
A piece of jewelry designed by surrealist artist Salvador Dali sold for nearly $150,000 over the summer. The three-inch long brooch, in the shape of a human eye, is made from diamond and platinum, and features a small gold watch in blue enamel in the center. The piece was originally made by famed New York […]
“Pink Star” Diamond Could Set a Record
Posted on October 10th, 2013 by Joe G
A very large, rare pink diamond is expected to sell for more than $60 million at a Sotheby’s auction this November. It’s known as the “Pink Star,” and weighs 59.60 carats. If it reaches the expected price, it will set the record for most expensive gemstone at auction. The current record is held by […]
One of the Most Iconic Guitars in History – Gibson Les Paul
Posted on October 3rd, 2013 by Goldman Buyer
You have probably heard the name “Les Paul” in one way or another. It is one of the most well-known electric guitar types in the world. The guitar was designed by Gibson Guitar president Ted McCarty in collaboration with Les Paul, a popular jazz guitarist and electronics inventor whom Gibson hired to endorse the new […]