18k gold is a high-quality jewelry alloy containing 75% pure gold mixed with 25% other metals (copper, silver, or nickel) for improved strength and durability. It has a rich yellow color and is hypoallergenic due to its high gold content, though those sensitive to copper or nickel should choose certified nickel-free 18k gold varieties. To … Read more
Russian silver hallmarks certify purity, date, and origin using the Zolotnik system (in use from 10th century-1927). Common Russian silver standards include 84 zolotniki (.875 fineness, most common), 88 (.916), 90 (.937), 91 (.947), and 96 (.999 pure). Russian hallmarking system included four main assay offices: St. Petersburg (crossed anchor and scepter), Riga, Vilnius, and … Read more
British silver hallmarks are government-regulated stamps guaranteeing silver purity, origin, and age. Five key mark types exist: Standard Mark (Lion Passant for .925 sterling, Seated Britannia for .958), Assay Office Mark, Date Letter, Maker’s Mark, and Duty Mark (1784-1890). Currently active assay offices include London (Leopard’s Head, established in 1300s), Birmingham (Anchor, 1773), Sheffield (Crown/Tudor … Read more
American Hartford Gold lawsuits… Are there any in 2026? Are there plenty of lawsuits filed against this safe gold IRA company? Read my American Hartford Gold lawsuit guide below to find out. Lawsuit 1- THE HARTFORD GOLD GROUP LLC VS GOLD GATE CAPITAL ET AL Lawsuit 2- DANIEL BOSTON VS HARTFORD GOLD GROUP, LLC, DBA … 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
Generation Alpha, born between 2010 and 2025, is the first fully digitally-native generation, with Millennial parents and Gen Z siblings. They are highly active on social media, starting around age 8, with over 50% using platforms before age 12. YouTube (85%) and TikTok (60%) dominate, followed by Instagram, Snapchat, and niche apps like Noteit. Gen … Read more
Catfishing is when someone creates a fake online identity to trick others into believing they are real. Catfishers often use stolen images and personal information to create a persona that is more attractive or appealing to their target. The goal is to gain the trust of their victims and then use it for their own … Read more
Do Christians read the Bible in 2026? How many Christians read the Bible? And how many of them are forgoing the practice for something else? My updated Bible reading statistics guide for 2026 has everything you need to know. Use this jump link to quickly jump to the KEY STATS section. All the references and resources … Read more
Regular physical books or e-books? Which option makes it easier and more fun to read? And what percentage of people today still read physical books instead of switching over to digital versions? My updated physical books vs e-books statistics guide for 2026 has everything you need to know. Use this jump link to quickly jump … Read more
Logical learning style involves using reasoning, structure, and step-by-step processes to understand and solve problems. Logical learners are typically organized, analytical, and comfortable with numbers, patterns, and cause-and-effect relationships. They prefer clear instructions, structured information, and independent work. Based on Howard Gardner’s Multiple Intelligences theory, about 5–10% of the population is estimated to have a … Read more