The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this article, shall have the
meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates
a different meaning:
Precious metals
means any metals, including but not limited to, in whole or in part, silver, gold,
platinum.
Precious metals dealer
means any person who, exclusively or as incidental to or in connection with any other
business, is engaged in the business of purchasing precious metals or goods made from
precious metals from persons or sources other than industrial producers, manufacturers
or licensed dealers. The term "precious metals dealer" also means any person as defined
in this subsection and who engages in such business for a period not exceeding 180
days.
