06-17-25 CFG News

Test Your Stack—Easy Tools to Spot Fake Gold and Silver

Yesterday, we spotlighted trusted mints and warned you about counterfeits. Today, it’s all about testing what you already have. You don’t need a high-tech lab—just a few simple tools and a little know-how to make sure your metals are the real deal.

Start with the basics: weight and size. A fake will usually be off. Then try the magnet test—real gold and silver aren’t magnetic. Want to go deeper? Use a digital scale, caliper, and even a ping test (yes, the sound tells a story). For serious stackers, a precious metal verifier pays for itself fast. Trust—but verify. Every time.

Tomorrow, we’ll shift to storage again and cover how to discreetly store metals at home without drawing attention.

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Fun Fact Of The Day

Pure silver makes a distinct, bell-like “ping” when struck—so reliable that professional appraisers use it as a first test before breaking out the high-end tools.