Omg, I had no idea it was derogatory. I knew a guy who referred to himself as a gold bug but he DEFINITELY thought critically.
Good thing I found out before slinging the term around (more than I have). I always thought it was kind of an admiral term.
Thanks for saving me some potential verbal walks of shame!
Ha ha... its one of those things if you call yourself a gold bug thats one thing but if someone else calls you one you may not like it as much. Some people might not mind the term so I think you are okay :)