Golden   reminds me of lingots, richness, carat ...
 

A golden boy - someone idolized for his outstanding talent (usually in sport)

All he touches turns  to  gold - he succeeds in everything, exceptional good luck.

The Golden Age - the best period in a country's history and literature.

A golden handshake - a substantial terminal payment when someone's services are prematurely dispensed with. (usually applied to executives).

The golden rule - "do unto others as you would like them to do with you", a wise rule, the best rule.

A golden opportunity - an exceptionally good opportunity.

To keep the golden mean - to practise moderation in all things.

The Golden State - California ( because of the gold discoveries in 1848)

To worship the golden calf - to bow down to money, to abandon one's principles for the sake of gain.

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