15 Understanding Gold Each day the morning news gives the spot gold price in US Dollars. At present it is around $2700 US Dollars per ounce, which converts to around $4300 Australian Dollars per ounce. This price changes on a daily basis. So yes, Gold has appreciated a great deal in value. 9 Carat Gold is stamped .375 which means 37.5% pure gold and the balance of 62.5% is a combination of alloys, usually silver, copper, nickel and zinc. 18 Carat Gold is stamped .750 which means 75% pure gold and only 25% alloy content, so naturally it is more expensive. Rose Gold has more copper in the alloy content which gives it this colour. It does not come out of the ground as pink gold. White Gold has different alloys and is Rhodium Plated. Australia, New Zealand and the UK are 9 Ct. wearers for budget Jewellery. Is it Gold or Gold Plated? Staff who are not well trained sometimes neglect to tell you it is not gold but only gold plated over a base metal and the gold plate soon wears off. Because of the cost of gold at present, some items are “Silver Filled” especially in Bangles and Hoops. A 9 Carat hollow tube is filled with silver to prevent damage while keeping the price down. The jeweller MUST tell you this and the piece should be stamped as such. Top quality Diamonds and Gems are set in 18 Ct. Gold. The United States, Japan, India, Europe and Asia mostly wear 14/18 Ct. and 22 Ct. Gold. 9 Ct. gold is not acceptable to them. If you need more information come in and see us at Hibiscus Jewellers at the Cararra Markets on Saturday or Sunday. Diamonds (Real) - Natural Gems - Pearls - 9ct & 18ct Gold - Silver All Pieces have an Independent Valuation Certification CLOSING DOWN HALF PRICE SALE HIBISCUS JEWELLERS Necklace 18k Gold Diamond .89ct Pink Green Tourmaline 2.45ct $5400 $8000 $2700 NOW Main Hall, 1st Ave, Carrara Markets Saturday & Sunday $4000 NOW Age and health are both pounding at the door and after nearly 20 years at Carrara Market it’s time to go! SEE OVER 50’S DEC 24 FOR THE FULL STORY! NOW IS THE PERFECT TIME TO BUY TOP QUALITY JEWELLERY AT HALF PRICE for Valentine’s Day, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Weddings, etc Service & Product Warranty 10 YEARS Australian Standards Tested 25 YEARS Proven Track Record 30+ YEARS GOT LOOSE, PEAKING OR CRACKED TILES? BEFORE AFTER 0414 446 579 CALL DAN FOR A FREE QUOTE GOLD COAST OFFICE 07 5646 6344 FIXLOOSETILES.COM.AU INTERNAL TILES EXTERNAL TILES PATIO FLOOR SPLASHBACK POOL COPING BATHROOM WALL & FLOOR WE CAN FIX Feeling Confident Regardless of Age Do you wish to feel more confident and authentic, no matter your age? We have just seen a 78-year-old, brimming with confidence, become President of one of the most powerful nations on earth. Few of us seek such lofty heights. Nevertheless, we can be joyful in the small everyday matters of life if we approach challenges with an air of confidence. Maybe you are concerned about whether or not to move to a new environment. Many baby-boomers are down-sizing or following their children to a new location. There is a sense of loss when moving away from the familiar. Leaving your former home, a place where you raised a family, and built many happy memories, can raise some doubts. Other difficulties arise when one partner is more ready to move than the other. Worrying about how to leave friends may be offset by worry from adult children who, with the crime rates so widespread in suburban environments, fear for your safety. Moving to a gated estate, an over 50’s village, or a secure apartment building offers security. Those who make the move are only too happy to share their stories. There are new friendships to make, excellent facilities often including gymnasiums, pools, tennis courts, and a main area for group activities and social events. Keeping active is vital to confidence. So is socialisation. The Gold Coast City Council “Active and Healthy” lifestyle booklets and website provides a wide range of activities that you can share with men and women of all ages who share similar goals. For more ideas on developing your confidence to manage the multiplicity of trials in daily living, particularly in relation to ageing, read CONFIDAGE: Confident at Any Age on your Kindle. Enhance your confidence. Happy reading. (available at Amazon)
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