Churchill’s gold dentures fetch five figures

A set of dentures owned by Sir Winston Churchill brought £15,200 at auction this week, reports the Guardian.
The false teeth are mounted on gold and are one set of at least three believed to be in existence.
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First Tibetan gold coin to be auctioned

The first ever gold coin made in Tibet is to be auctioned next month.
Champion Galleries will offer the coin at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Hong Kong on August 23rd.
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New gold report on Garrcon Project

ACA Howe International is working alongside Northern Gold Mining to deliver a new report on the prospects at the firm’s Garrcon Project.
Located on the Garrison property, the NI 43-101 Report will hopefully be completed within the next 60 days and will outline potential bulk deposits at the site.
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VGM reports interim update

Vatukoula Gold Mines (VGM) has published an update on its activities and performance for the year to date.
It announced a new programme of exploration at its site to determine areas of high yield and those sites close to existing projects that could be ripe for expansion.
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‘Only two’ 1861 double eagles have Paquet reverse

The Paquet reverse variation of the 1861 double eagle is known to appear in only two examples, according to Paul Fraser Collectibles.
Readers of the collectibles news site are told that barely a brace of the gold coins remain from the three million or so double eagles struck as a whole at the Philadelphia Mint in 1861.
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Gold leaf aircraft trolley ‘could be fun’

An aircraft trolley gilded in 22-karat gold offers a "fun" way to keep drinks easily accessible while entertaining, whether on the ground or in a private jet, according to style blog Luxist.
The meticulously applied gold leaf covers the doors of the trolley, which otherwise is an entirely normal aircraft serving cart.
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Gold pendant celebrates Malaysia’s independence

During the upcoming celebration of Malaysia’s independence from British rule, Merdeka, one jeweller is offering a gold pendant inspired by the country’s flag.
The Habib Jewel piece incorporates the colours of the flag - red, white, yellow and blue - into a pendant of 18-karat gold, reports the Malay Mail.
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Gold leaf waxing ‘leaves skin smooth’

A luxurious and indulgent use for gold leaf could be the latest trend for using strips of it for waxing.
Now Magazine reports that Chelsea’s fashionable waxing bar, Strip, offers a complete indulgent experience from the waxing itself through to shopping for designer lingerie afterwards.
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Bangle brings butterflies to 18-k gold

A gold bangle designed by royal engraver Malcolm Appleby brings 18-karat gold detailing to a pattern incorporating butterfly wings and a variety of different animal prints, reports the Press and Journal.
His design is one of three exclusive pieces in the same series, with the 18-karat gold bangle adorned with butterfly wings which, in turn, are patterned with zebra and tiger stripes.
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Gillard chooses gold necklace for cover shoot

Australian prime minister Julia Gillard selected a gold necklace as her decoration for a photoshoot to appear on the cover of Australian Women’s Weekly, reports The Age.
In the shoot, Ms Gillard - formerly of the Vale of Glamorgan in Wales - opted not to have any wrinkles removed or her hair put back into place using the digital techniques often applied in present-day magazines.
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