Silver Is the New Gold' — Egyptians Try to Protect Savings In Egypt, the soaring prices and a declining currency have shifted a long-standing tradition. Traditionally, Egyptian women receive a gold jewelry set during their engagement, known as “shabka.” However, due to economic difficulties, with inflation over 30% and the currency losing half its value against the dollar, many are now receiving silver instead. « Previous Article Next Article » Share This Article Choose Your Platform: Facebook Twitter Google Plus Linkedin Related Posts New Billboard in Times Square Sounds Alarm on $34 Trillion National Debt Crisis READ MORE Currency volatility: Will US dollar strength continue? READ MORE Asda Report Highlights Significant Rise in British Families' Disposable Incomes READ MORE Samsung: 2024 Key Commodity Market Outlook READ MORE Add a Comment Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Name * Email * Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Comment