Oh for the Love of Gold…The Gold Tree Infographic


By Erika Winters

As jewelry lovers, we often focus on the minutiae of our pieces, so it’s especially interesting to pull back and examine the origins of the most widely used precious metal in fine jewelry, gold. If you’ve ever wondered about gold sources and usage, the Gold Tree infographic presents a fascinating summary. According to Trustable Gold, over half of the world’s gold stocks are used in jewelry, and 2,500 tons are mined annually.

The Gold Tree Infographic
From: Trustable Gold

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