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How Precious Metal is Refined
Jewelers, pawn stores, and dentists encounter precious metals in broken jewelry, dental alloys or as a by-product of manufacturing and repair of jewelry. Have you ever wondered how precious metal is refined? What happens to a pile of jewelry in refining that allows us to reach a 99.999% level of accuracy in determining the purity […]
Pedal to the Metal: What Goes Into An IndyCar?
It’s the month of May, and here in Indianapolis that means it’s RACE MONTH! The Indy 500 dominates local news as race fans head to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway throughout the month to take in the sights and sounds unique to the greatest racetrack in the world. Being within a stones throw of “The Track” […]
It’s Showtime! Viewing the 2024 Solar Eclipse Ring of Fire
On April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will cross North America, passing over parts of Mexico, the United States, and Canada. And it is a HUGE celestial event! As a company located in Indianapolis, a prime viewing location for the eclipse, the team at Noble Metal Refining decided to do a little research on […]
From Love Notes to Diamonds: A Colorful History of Valentine Presents
“To love and be loved is the greatest gift of all.” A beautiful sentiment, and so very true. But at this time of year, that’s probably not going to cut it with your special someone! Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and that means it’s time to begin thinking about Valentine presents that will […]
Gifting Gold: A Holiday Tradition
The holidays are upon us, and shopping for gifts for the special people in our lives is in full swing. That makes it the perfect time to take a look at the history and meaning of one of the most timeless and valued holiday traditions worldwide…gifting gold. Gold has been prized for its beauty and […]
Recycling Focus: Industrial Use of Metals That May Surprise You
Ever wonder where your scrap metal goes after you send it in for refining and recycling? As refiners of precious metals like gold, silver, platinum and palladium, we thought you might like to know that your metals are living a productive second life in a wide variety of industries around the world! Here’s a look […]
Top 3 Reasons to Recycle Your Dental Metal Scrap
It’s October, and that means dental offices across the nation are taking part in National Dental Hygiene Month by educating their patients about the importance of proper brushing and flossing. Of course, as we all know, even the best dental habits can’t always prevent cavities, tooth extractions or other dental problems. So what does your […]
How to “Cleanup” on Scrap Metal Refining for Higher Business Profits.
Interested in getting the highest possible value for your gold, silver, platinum and palladium scrap materials? Of course you are! Why would anyone want to leave money on the table? But how can you know if you’re getting a good price for your scrap metals? Fortunately, when choosing a refinery to handle your scrap metal […]
The ABC’s of Jewelry Scrap Collection: Accumulate, Box Up and Cash In
As you create beautiful pieces of jewelry for your customers, you also generate metal dust and scrap. Precious metals including gold, silver, platinum, and palladium collect little by little on the workbench, floors, rugs, and other spaces around your shop. This may include everything from karat gold to bench grindings and filings to polishing dust. […]
Precious Metal Recycling Helps Save the Planet.
Close to 90 billion tons of raw materials are extracted from our planet EVERY YEAR. What’s more, between 1970 and 2015, human consumption of Earth’s natural resources more than tripled. Our use of natural resources is expected to continue its growth and more than double from 2015 to 2050. The environmental effects of mining and […]