For the purposes of this article, the following words and phrases shall have the meanings respectively ascribed to them:
"PRECIOUS METAL." Gold, silver, or platinum, alone or in combination, to include coins.
"PRECIOUS METALS DEALER." Any person, firm or corporation engaged in the business of purchasing or acquiring secondhand any item containing any precious metal.
"CANVASSER OR SOLICITOR." Any person, firm or corporation who, as the duly authorized representative or agent of a dealer, shall canvass or solicit for the secondhand purchase or acquisition of any item containing any precious metal.
"WORKING DAYS." Any Monday through Friday of any week, excluding holidays recognized by the city.
(Ord. No. 11.81, 6-16-81)