We do not know when man first came into contact with gold or began to appreciate the unique qualities of the yellow metal as its origins are lost in the mists of antiquity.

Small fragments of gold have been found in the caves of Paleolithic Man who existed some 35-40000 BC. It is not known whether these primitive forebears of ours appreciated the value or properties of the yellow metal.

It is well known that the ancient Egyptians used gold for their personal jewelry and the adornment of their temples and tombs so they clearly appreciated its value and yet it was not as currency or as the basic medium for exchange.

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