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Ridiculous History: Sentenced to Death by Molten Gold Down the Throat
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Did execution by molten metal ever take place? Learn more about execution by molten gold in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
How do you invest in gold?
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Do you know how to invest in gold? Find out the best ways to invest in gold in this article from howstuffworks.com.
Gold Found in Urine of Rare Indian Cows
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Scientists have extracted gold from the urine of cows in India. Learn more about gold found in cow urine in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
Treasure Hunter Jailed Until He Reveals Location of 3 Tons of Shipwreck Gold
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Where is the gold from the shipwreck of the Central America? Learn why treasure hunter Tommy Thompson is in jail in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
Why Treasure Hunters Are Still Searching for the Nazi Gold Train
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No one has found the Nazi Gold Train, but that hasn't stopped people from trying. HowStuffWorks looks at the latest effort to locate the fabled train.
How much gold is there in the world?
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I recall hearing once that all of the world's gold could be formed into a cube measuring 18 feet by 18 feet on a side, or something like that. Is that true? If so, how much would it weigh and how much would it be worth?
Can I really trade my dollars in for gold bullion?
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The gold standard was a system where every dollar was backed by an equivalent amount of gold. Find out how the gold standard was used in the U.S.
Why does fake gold turn your skin green?
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Why does fake gold turn your skin green? Read about the chemical reactions with jewelry that make your skin turn green.
What's the Difference Between Pyrite and Gold?
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Don't know your fool's gold from the real deal? We'll tell you how to tell what's pyrite (aka fool's gold) and the good ol' 24 karat stuff you want.
Why Were Two Egyptian Mummies Buried With Gold Tongues?
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In the search for Cleopatra's tomb, a team of archaeologists was surprised by two mummies with gold foil-covered tongues. What was the reason for this strange burial custom?