48.8 Gram Natural Gold Nugget Specs
Miners near Hunter Creek, Alaska, mined this beautiful 48.8 gram natural gold nugget in 2023. Hunter Creek, Alaska, boasts a rich and captivating gold mining history that contributed significantly to the development of the region. In fact, Hunter Creek remains a popular destination for gold prospectors and mining enthusiasts. Small-scale mining operations can still extract gold from the region’s rich deposits, even though the area has seen extensive mining in the past.
This natural gold nugget weighs 48.8 grams, 1.57 troy ounces. It is just under 1 1/3″ wide, about 1 1/2″ tall and just under 1/2″ at its thickest. This nugget comes with a certification book and map showing when and where the gold was found.
General Info About Nuggets
Because of our low prices, this gold sells quickly! If we do not have this exact nugget in stock we will find something comparable for you.
Most of our nuggets are between 70% to 95% pure gold. Furthermore, natural gold has other metals mixed with it, including silver and platinum. You can request nuggets from different areas of the state and will notice that the color and texture varies from mine to mine.
Throughout Alaska, people discover natural gold nuggets, which showcase the state’s abundant mineral wealth. These nuggets are the result of various geological processes that have occurred over millions of years. The combination of glaciers, erosion, and mineralization has led to the formation of these valuable pieces of gold. Alaska’s rivers, creeks, and remote areas attract prospectors and gold enthusiasts who search for these precious nuggets, which can vary in size and shape. Thus, the allure of finding natural gold nuggets in Alaska’s picturesque landscapes has made it a popular destination for those seeking the thrill of gold prospecting and the beauty of untamed nature. Check out our gold nugget collection today!
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