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In times of trouble people still turn to gold. What makes it a safe haven? Largely perceptions, based on its historical mystique.
Going underground in Camarines Norte province, Philippines.
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You would think that anyone in the gold industry would be getting rich right now, but informal miners in many countries are missing out.
Golden arches.
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Since the demise of the gold standard in the early 1970s, the precious metal has gone through four distinct phases.
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Everything you ever wanted to know about the big G.