RE: therivetman...
You stated...." Gold is a Luxury item..Worthless in todays economy ".....
Not so..here are some uses for gold if you wish to educate yourself. There are explanations for each topic at web site.
The Many Uses of Gold
https://www.24hgold.com/viewarticle.aspx?langue=en&articleid=308635_The_many_uses_of_Gold_Gold
Jewelry: The Primary Use of Gold
Financial Gold - Coinage, Bullion, Currency Backing
Uses of Gold in Electronics
Use of Gold in Computers
Use of Gold in Dentistry
Medical Uses of Gold
Uses of Gold in Aerospace
Uses of Gold in Awards and Symbols of Status
Uses of Gold in Glassmaking
Gold Gilding and Gold Leaf