2.8 Gram Natural Gold Nugget

This 2.8 gram natural gold nugget was mined in Porcupine Creek, Alaska in the summer of 2023. 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.

The discovery of gold in the Porcupine Creek area can be traced back to the late 19th century. Like many other gold rushes of the era, news of gold in the region spread quickly. Thus, this lead to a rush of fortune seekers hoping to strike it rich. The initial discovery triggered a frenzy of placer mining, with miners panning for gold in the creek’s gravels and along its banks. In recent years, Porcupine Creek gained fame beyond the mining community due to its feature on reality TV shows such as “Gold Rush.” These shows followed modern-day miners as they attempted to revive the area’s mining legacy. They often face harsh weather conditions and technical challenges in their pursuit of gold.

General Info About Nuggets

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. We sometimes weigh our nuggets in pennyweight (DWT), where 1 pennyweight equals 1.55 grams, and 20 pennyweights equal 1 troy ounce.

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. 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.