The trend in gold from the top in 2011 to now is following an almost identical log scaled path from 1996 - 2011. A 4 year consolidation followed by 10 year up trend. If the pattern continues the chart points to $8000 gold by end of the decade 2021 - 2028/30. The current cup and handle forming could take gold to $3000 within the next 18 - 24 months.