Gold is genuinely acting differently than other precious metals, as well as the commodity sector, although at first glance it's challenging to see.

There is no doubt that gold traders and investors are still pondering the reasons for Friday's dramatic $25 decline. In fact, gold's pricing through the end of last week contained several interesting nuances that are typically not seen.

Gold is trading under significant pressure today with August futures currently down $25.90 and fixed at $1,282.30. This sharp decline coincides with a major selloff of many commodities.