It has been about a month now since the World Bank chief found a way to work gold into his comments for the Financial Times. His words, no matter how they were originally directed, added to the revival of mainstream discussions over the gold standard. Central banks are likely nowhere near that kind of conclusion, but the strong feelings some people have towards as currency are likely not taking a back seat any time soon. What is it about gold and silver that beckons such debate in the first place?

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