[INFOGRAPHIC] Top 10 Producing Gold Mines in the World

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Gold is the king of commodities.This precious metal has been mined for the last 7,000 years and is used in everything from currency to makeup to even iP...

Gold is the king of commodities.

This precious metal has been mined for the last 7,000 years and is used in everything from currency to makeup to even iPhones, making it one of the most sought-after metals in the world. Gold even has the power to solve certain environmental concerns, according to the World Gold Council. 

It's no wonder why the demand for gold is only getting stronger.

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If you’ve ever wondered where most of the world’s gold comes from, we have the infographic for you! The guys over at Physical Gold LTD have compiled the top 10 producing gold mines in the world and ranked them in order from the biggest to the smallest. 

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