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Using History to Determine Gold’s Intrinsic Value

By John S. Tobey

One of the most troubling questions to non-owners of gold is what gold’s value should be. They have watched the price climb in puzzlement. It just traded at $1,460. Last year at this time it was $1,140. In 2009, it was $880. Investors hear that gold is an inflation hedge. But that 65% increase... »

Gold: 1980’s Highs May Dampen 2011’s Enthusiasm

By John S. Tobey

Gold’s price is up, but what about its value? We know gold is supposed to protect us from inflation, but where does that protection begin and end? Gold’s claim to fame: Store of value The investable quantity of gold remains relatively static. In addition, gold doesn’t age and it has a history of trade... »

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