Today, consumers have many choices for purchasing fitness trackers, home devices, or other products. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a startup, or a product manager, having a product launch checklist ensures careful planning and the right resources for each phase: pre-launch, launch, and post-launch. In this article, we’ll discuss product launch checklists in more detail and … Read more
You wouldn’t track your money by memory. You’ve got systems: A budgeting app for every dollar, monthly savings targets, and real-time financial tracking to help you feel in control. But here’s the twist. As a freelancer or consultant, your real currency is time. (Yet many don’t have a system for tracking it.) That’s a problem, … Read more
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Platinum vermeil is sterling silver (92.5% pure) electroplated with a thick platinum layer of at least 2.5 microns, often with rhodium coating for extra brilliance. It’s an affordable alternative to solid platinum, offering a luxurious appearance at lower cost. Platinum vermeil is hypoallergenic and non-magnetic, combining diamagnetic silver with paramagnetic platinum. While platinum itself never … Read more
IRA-eligible gold is IRS-approved gold bullion that meets specific purity standards for inclusion in a gold IRA account. Gold bars and rounds must be 99.5% pure and produced by an IRA-approved mint, while gold coins must also be 99.5% pure, come with authenticity certificates, be in mint condition, and remain in original packaging. The best … Read more
IRA-eligible silver is IRS-approved silver bullion that meets specific purity standards for inclusion in a silver IRA account. Silver coins and bars must be at least 99.9% pure and come from national government mints or accredited organizations like COMEX, LBMA, or sovereign mints. Non-proof coins must be in uncirculated condition without damage, while bars must … Read more
14k gold vermeil is jewelry made by electroplating a thick layer of 14 karat gold (minimum thickness of 2.5 microns) onto sterling silver. This process creates durable, tarnish-resistant pieces that look like solid gold, but are much more affordable. 14k gold vermeil is hypoallergenic and non-magnetic due to its precious metal composition. It can get … Read more
Gold vermeil tarnishes and fades over time because the underlying sterling silver base oxidizes when exposed to air, moisture, and chemicals. While gold itself doesn’t tarnish, the porous gold layer allows sulfur to reach the silver beneath, causing discoloration. Gold vermeil isn’t waterproof and shouldn’t get wet when you can avoid it. Water seeps through … Read more
Sterling silver is a real silver alloy containing 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% other metals, typically copper. The term “sterling” originated from 12th-century England’s “Easterling” silver coins valued for their durability. To calculate sterling silver’s melt value, multiply the item’s weight by the current silver spot price, then by 0.925. However, sterling silver collectibles often … Read more
Rose gold tarnishes due to copper oxidation when exposed to moisture and oxygen. Tarnished rose gold appears darker, muted, and more reddish-brown with a vintage patina. Lower karat rose gold tarnishes faster: 10k (41.7% gold) tarnishes quickest, followed by 14k (58.3% gold), while 18k (75% gold) tarnishes slowest due to higher pure gold content. Rose … Read more