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How to tell if a penny is gold?
How to tell if a penny is gold?
Daniele
Tue Nov 19 2024
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I have a penny that looks a bit different from the others, and I'm wondering if it might actually be gold. How can I determine if my penny is made of gold without taking it to a professional for testing?
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EthereumEmpireGuard
Thu Nov 21 2024
The magnet test is a simple yet effective method to determine the authenticity of gold.
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Elena
Thu Nov 21 2024
Pure gold is not magnetic, meaning it should not be attracted to a magnet.
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SamuraiWarriorSoul
Thu Nov 21 2024
If your gold bar or coin is drawn towards a reasonably strong magnet, it may suggest impurity or that it is not genuine gold.
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isabella_taylor_activist
Wed Nov 20 2024
Another test to verify gold's authenticity is the float test.
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SophieJones
Wed Nov 20 2024
Real gold has a high density, making it relatively heavy.
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