Yeah, right? I remember those days when RAM and Gold Aero were all the rage. I think Gold Aero has been out of business for over a decade now. It's funny how fickle this hobby can be. RAM is still in business, selling tubes and amps. They still test and stamp Chinese tubes that sell for $35-$70/tube depending on noise ratings. Still lots less expensive than NOS small signal tubes. I have two pair of 12AX7's that sold for $450(Mullards)-$500(Popes)/ matched pair.
Before you just give them away though, I would see if you can identify them. From what I recall, most were current Russian and Chinese stock, but here is a link that says some of the Gold series were older stock Siemens and Amperex from the 50's. These may still have some good value if they test good.
I see Ebay sellers looking for $20/tube for the Gold Aero Chinese tubes. I don't know what they are selling them for, but they are asking $20/tube.
Before you just give them away though, I would see if you can identify them. From what I recall, most were current Russian and Chinese stock, but here is a link that says some of the Gold series were older stock Siemens and Amperex from the 50's. These may still have some good value if they test good.
I see Ebay sellers looking for $20/tube for the Gold Aero Chinese tubes. I don't know what they are selling them for, but they are asking $20/tube.