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19/06/2026

Only the best!

these days, the only reason i bring my crystals to get XRF scanned,...

15/06/2026

Would you know the difference in 10 seconds? 👀

Fake silver can look almost identical to the real thing—but a closer inspection tells a different story.

Before you buy, check:
✔️ Purity stamps
✔️ Weight
✔️ Magnetic reaction
✔️ Overall finish

The smartest investors don’t guess. They test.
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What’s the most surprising fake silver item you’ve ever seen? ⬇️

27/05/2026

🔍 Gold-Filled vs Gold-Plated vs Solid Gold — Do You Know the Difference?

Most people don't — and it's costing them money when buying or selling jewelry.

I just published a complete breakdown:
✅ What stamps like GF, GP, HGE, and 1/20 14K actually mean
✅ Why gold-plated jewelry can fool basic tests
✅ How to use the scratch-stone + acid method to expose what's underneath
✅ Real examples of hallmarks and what to look for

Perfect for resellers, thrift flippers, pawn shops, and anyone authenticating jewelry.

👉 Read the full guide: https://trueassay.com/blogs/guide/gold-filled-vs-gold-plated-vs-solid-gold-how-to-tell-the-difference-2026-guide

Gold-plated, gold-filled, vermeil, and solid gold can all look identical in a product photo. The difference only shows up later—when plating wears off, when a buyer rejects a piece, or when a test stone suddenly turns green. If you flip thrift finds, run a pawn counter, or simply want to protect y...

20/05/2026

The way people confidently say “it’s real silver” without EVER testing it needs to be studied.

One swipe on the stone exposes everything.

Before the result pops up — what’s your guess?
REAL silver or completely fake? 👀

20/05/2026

What’s the craziest thing you’ve ever found at a thrift store, garage sale, estate sale, or inherited from family? 👀

We’ve seen people accidentally donate REAL gold jewelry more times than you’d think 😳

Tell us your best find ⬇️

18/05/2026

Nitric acid is the gold standard for at-home gold testing — when used correctly. One drop can verify 10K–24K purity in under 30 seconds. Used incorrectly, it can ruin a piece, damage your bench, or hurt you.

Our new guide walks you through the pro safety setup, the exact step-by-step procedure, a full color reaction chart, accuracy tips, and the most common mistakes that cause false positives and negatives.

Read the complete 2026 guide → https://trueassay.com/blogs/guide/how-to-test-gold-with-nitric-acid

How to test gold with nitric acid: pro safety setup, 6-step procedure, color reaction chart, and accuracy tips. Complete 2026 guide from True Assay.

15/05/2026

Ever tested “gold” that didn’t feel right? 🧪

This carousel is the quick version — the full safety-first walkthrough is on our blog.

Before you put acid on jewelry, read this!

Read the complete guide here: trueassay.com/blogs/guide/how-to-test-gold-with-nitric-acid

14/05/2026

Not sure if your gold is real or just plated?

I just published a 2026 step‑by‑step guide that shows you how to test gold at home using simple methods like magnet, vinegar, and professional acid testing kits.

In this guide, you’ll learn:

- Which quick tests can spot obvious fakes at home
- When you really need a proper gold testing kit (and how to use it safely)
- Common mistakes people make that give misleading results

Read the full guide here 👉 How to Test Gold at Home: Complete 2026 Guide

Learn how to test gold at home using simple methods and professional tools. Discover the most accurate way to verify real gold and avoid costly mistakes.

06/05/2026

Watch what happens when we put this ‘gold’ coin to the test….

Some pieces shine.
Some pieces survive.
Only one tells the truth.