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The most recent technical analysis for the precious metals is “Gold and Silver Chart Update for Early Fall 2025 – Technical Analysis” published (X thread) on Oct. 6, 2025. The most recent live talk-radio interview was published in Apr. 2022. I’m on hiatus from interviews and plan to return.
- Gold Spot new all-time high $4,524 on Dec. 26, 2025 at 5:30am ET
- Silver Spot new ATH $75.48 on Dec. 26, 2025 at 5:30am ET
- Coin Counterfeit Detection: NGC and Modern Coin Mart articles, DefyTheGrid Video
- ABC’s of Coin Grades (i.e. Bright Uncirculated vs GEM) – Susan Headley
- What is Physical $ Premium over Paper Spot Price (How to Manually Calculate)
- Bullion dealers: Texas Precious Metals | Miles Franklin | Modern Coin Mart | Defy the Grid
Silver Spot daily chart Dec. 19. 2025, Close (X thread) – mouse over/select to enlarge…
Gold Spot daily chart Dec. 9, 2025, 5pm ET close…
Gold Spot Monthly w/Fibonacci Extensions, Secular Bull – 1999 to Apr. 5, 2024 close…
Gold Spot Monthly Aug. 1999 Low – Apr. 11, 2025 Close: % Gain vs. Dollar, Dow, S&P, Nasdaq, Russell
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