From atoms to empires: What makes gold so precious?

It’s chemistry’s greatest gift to mankind. Without it, we can’t adorn ourselves with the finest jewellery; nor can we have a backup for financial security. It’s gold. But what makes it so precious? Let’s have a look.
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