Hello summer heat! By now, you’re probably seeking the comfort of swimming pools, popsicles, and cool beverages to fight off the blistering sun. In fact, sometimes being out in the summertime makes you feel just like you’re going to melt!
Fortunately, cold water and air conditioning usually does the trick. But the rising temperature has made us think about melting metals, since it’s such a key part of the refining process. Did you know that each metal has a unique melting point? And by the way, a melting point is the temperature a metal must be exposed to before it liquifies.
Here are some melting points for the most common precious metals, from lowest to highest.
- 14k Gold: 1,615℉
- Sterling Silver: 1,640℉
- 10k Gold: 1,665℉
- 18k Gold: 1,700℉
- Pure Silver: 1,761℉
- 24k Gold: 1,945℉
- Copper: 1,981℉
- Palladium: 2,831℉
- Platinum: 3,224℉
As you can see, the melting points of various gold and silver purities are pretty comparable. And palladium and platinum require much higher temperatures before they’ll melt.
For reference, an average house fire burns at about 1,112℉, so the heat needed to melt precious metals is quite substantial. That being said, bullion can still undergo damage in the event of a fire, so it’s recommended that you store them in a fireproof/waterproof safe (if you choose to store metals at home).
What’s your favorite cold treat on a hot summer day? Commenting below will serve as your entry for our July giveaway. But remember to keep it classy; inappropriate comments will be deleted and disqualified. Submit your comment (one comment only please) by July 29, 2018. One winner will be randomly selected on July 30, 2018 to receive a 2018 Silver Krugerrand from the South African Mint.
Good luck and stay cool this summer!
Iced tea!!!
Sweet tea and a sweet deal.
popsicle
maybe the whole box
Ice cold lemon water
Water ice or a Boost slushy.
Vodka with raspberry lemonade and fresh mint, Ahhhh !
Orange Mango body armor super drink
Liquid bread!!!
Homemade ice cream…..!!!
I’m all about those cookie ice cream sandwiches.
Water with a hint of apple cider vinegar
Cherry Limeade -> Rose’s Cherry Grenadine, Rose’s Lime, Ice Cubes, 7up or sprite. Little more lime than . Enjoy
I can’t drink McDonald’s Strawberry Milkshakes anymore, so Strawberry Horchata over ice is my new Summer romance… enjoy!
Cold Frosty Mug!!!
Lemonaaaaade, that cool refreshing drink!
Great giveaway!
A good ole glass of ice water
Chocolate chip milk shake from superior dairy!
Strawberry Lemonade flavored Italian Ice
Iced coffee
Sweet Ice Tea
Root beer float
Root beer float
Nice glass of cool water.
Just about anything that has to do with ice cream!
This one’s easy.. Head to Haleiwa in the north shore, HI. Go to Matsumoto’s and order a large shave ice with lychee, cotton candy and pineapple syrup then add vanilla ice cream, azuki beans and condensed milk. Beat the heat with sumthin cold and sweet!!
Just a good old fashioned cherry Popsicle!
Pineapple moonshake 1 part moonshine 2 parts pineapple ice cream
I love an iced coffee on a hot day.
Fudgecicle!