GOLD PRICE IN SWISS FRANC — FEBRUARY 10, 2009

On Tuesday, February 10, 2009, the gold spot price was C$1,134.08 per troy ounce in Canadian Dollars, equivalent to CHF691.79 CHF per ounce or CHF22.24 CHF per gram. Gold rose +4.13% from the previous trading session.

Currency fluctuations between CAD and CHF significantly impact the effective cost of gold for international investors. Switzerland is the world's largest gold refining centre, processing approximately 70% of the world's gold. The Swiss Franc is also considered a safe-haven currency alongside gold. Major refiners like PAMP Suisse and Valcambi are headquartered in Switzerland, making CHF gold pricing significant for the global supply chain.