Gold has been a major force in American history, encouraging expansion to the west. Some of the nation’s most famous Gold Rushes were responsible for the creation of boomtowns and inspired individuals ...

A study by SD Bullion found that Texas ranks 29th overall in terms of gold discovery or production sites, with only 0.09 gold ...

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There’s a modern-day gold rush happening across the country as the price for the precious metal skyrockets. As of Monday, Nov. 3, one ounce of gold is worth just over $4,020, according to APMEX.