Why Gold? A brief history of the only real currency

For centuries, buying gold has been recognized as one of the

best ways to preserve one’s wealth and purchasing power.

Gold is a unique investment, one that has served mankind well

for thousands of years. From the times of ancient Egyptians,

Greeks and Romans to more modern times, man has been

fascinated with the beauty and magic of gold, and with its power

to change men’s lives.

Many European countries implemented gold standards in the

later part of the 19th century until these were dismantled in

the financial crisis involving World War I.

After World War II, the Bretton Woods system pegged

the United States dollar to gold at  ....Continue reading