Why does the general public look down on pawn shops? When you think of a pawn shop, you might think of used boots and broken guitars. You might even consider a pawn shop to be a dark place inhabited by a really rough crowd. You might even be concerned for your safety. Why, though? There… Read More »
“Peace is Worth More than Diamonds”: The State of the Diamond Market in Wartime
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has responded to Russia’s invasion of his country by giving talks around the world to rally support to the Ukrainian cause. On Thursday he addressed Belgium’s parliament and declared that “peace is worth more than diamonds”. He was referring to Antwerp’s gem industry, which has continued to source diamonds from Russia.… Read More »
DID THE BIG BANKS CONSPIRE AGAINST GOLD SELLERS? (AND HOW TO GRAB YOUR PART OF THE SETTLEMENT)
Executive Summary A class action lawsuit alleges that many of the world’s largest banks conspired to drive down the price of gold. Everyone who sold gold between January 1, 2004 and June 30, 2013 may be part of the class and entitled to a pay out or may lose their rights to sue. Information on… Read More »
HAS YOUR PRECIOUS METAL REFINERY BEEN SUED IN THE REPUBLIC BANKRUPTCY?
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Pease & Curren has no involvement in the Republic Metals Corporation bankruptcy, but is providing ongoing commentary as a service to the industries we work with. Although Pease & Curren is uninvolved, numerous other precious metal refineries (or companies that call themselves “refineries”) have been sued as part of the bankruptcy of gold… Read More »
Social Disorder and Why You Need a Regular Plan to Scrap
The headlines are horrible: COVID-19 is having a “second” wave. Actually, did the first one ever end? The killing of George Floyd has led to widespread protests and even looting. So many people are out of work, and government stimulus funding is running out. The government is looking at reducing the extra unemployment benefits that… Read More »
Gold Hoarding, COVID-19, and the $2,000 Per Ounce Gold Mirage
The hair triggers are set. And this time, I’m not talking about guns. I’m talking about the gold hoarders. As a gold refiner, it is my privilege to talk to gold businesses every day. I’ve found that all over the country, people holding precious metals are waiting for “X” price before they sell. Lately, X… Read More »
Pease & Curren’s Response to COVID-19
A message from the Vice President of Pease & Curren Refinery: Dear Valued Customers and Precious Metals Community, During this time of uncertainty related to COVID-19, Pease & Curren has much to be thankful for. We remain open and fully operational, and I am fully confident that our strong financial position will allow us to… Read More »
Gold Buying And Gold Refining During COVID-19
COVID-19 IS IMPACTING EVERY FACET OF SOCIETY The novel coronavirus (COVID-19), a highly contagious acute respiratory disease, is spreading around the world. Many businesses are affected, including jewelers, pawnbrokers, and gold refiners. Moreover, as business conditions have become so uncertain, many financial markets have become highly volatile. This is especially true for gold, which recently… Read More »
How Long Will Gold Stay Above $1600 per Ounce?: A Gold Refiner’s Perspective
Gold Refiners Can Understand the Market but Not Predict It The price of gold just hit a seven-year high, and businesses that buy or use gold have a vested interest in knowing where this trend is heading next. No gold refiner — or anyone else — can predict the precise movements of any commodity market.… Read More »
Market Crashes, Broken Tractors, And Gorilla Heads: Steph Mazzone Reflects On Thirteen Years In The Precious Metal/gold Refining Industry
A lot can happen in thirteen years, especially in the topsy-turvy world of precious metal/gold refining. But even knowing that, when Frank Curren sat down with Steph Mazzone to reflect on her thirteen years in the biz, he was surprised by the wild tales she unleashed. It’s been thirteen years, Steph! How did you get… Read More »
