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Elemental gold

Elemental gold graphic with symbol, Coronation Chalice etc.

On the periodic table of elements, gold is represented by the symbol Au. Gold is commonly used in jewellery and coinage and to create royal or sacred objects.

The Coronation Chalice from the 12th century palace of the Archbishop of Reims.

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