Articles on testing

Testing Gold & Silver With Magnets

11 April 2024

Precious metal testing methods are broadly divided into two categories: destructive tests and non-destructive tests. Magnetism test is one of the non-destructive testing methods that is simple to perform and cost-effective to set up.

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Gold Testing with Electrical Conductivity Measurement Test

18 August 2023

ECM test for precious metals

How can one ascertain the authenticity of physical gold? In past articles, we have introduced ultrasound testing and X-ray fluorescence testing as frequently used non-destructive testing methods. This article explores how Electrical Conductivity Measurement Tests (ECM) work and why it is increasingly used for gold testing.

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Gold Testing with X-ray Fluorescence (XRF)

7 July 2023

X-ray fluorescence testing on precious metals

Throughout history, gold has served as both a symbol of wealth and a form of money, and the need to ascertain its purity and authenticity has remained crucial. With the advent of testing technologies like X-ray fluorescence (XRF), testing for real gold has become expedient and easy.

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How is Ultrasound Testing Used to Authenticate Precious Metals?

6 June 2023

Ultrasound testing for gold

How is ultrasound used in gold and silver testing? Let’s find out how this unique non-destructive testing method helps in counterfeit bullion detection in this article.

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