Handling and Authenticity Quiz

Question 1

What type of gloves should be used when handling precious metals?

Accepted Answer

Lint-free cotton or nitrile gloves

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Rubber gloves

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Leather gloves

Answer

No gloves needed

Question 2

How should you hold coins when handling them?

Accepted Answer

By the edges

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By the face and back

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Any way is fine

Answer

With bare hands only

Question 3

What is the recommended humidity range for storing precious metals?

Accepted Answer

30-50% relative humidity

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10-20% relative humidity

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60-80% relative humidity

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80-90% relative humidity

Question 4

Why does silver require special handling considerations compared to gold?

Accepted Answer

Silver tarnishes when exposed to sulfur compounds

Answer

Silver is more expensive

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Silver is harder than gold

Answer

Silver doesn't need any special care

Question 5

What should you avoid when storing silver to prevent tarnishing?

Accepted Answer

Rubber and paper products that contain sulfur

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Plastic containers

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Metal containers

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Glass containers

Question 6

What is the "ping test" used for?

Accepted Answer

Verifying authenticity through sound

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Testing metal purity

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Measuring weight

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Testing magnetism

Question 7

True or False: Platinum is more durable than gold and requires less careful handling.

Accepted Answer

True

Answer

False

Question 8

What type of workspace surface is recommended for handling precious metals?

Accepted Answer

Clean, soft surface like velvet or felt

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Hard wooden surface

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Metal workbench

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Concrete surface

Question 9

Which storage materials are considered safe for precious metals?

Accepted Answer

Mylar, archival plastic, and acid-free paper

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PVC plastics and rubber

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Cardboard and newspaper

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Any plastic containers

Question 10

What should you do before handling precious metals?

Accepted Answer

Wash hands thoroughly

Answer

Apply hand lotion

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Eat a meal

Answer

Nothing special needed