Gold Nugget | California Gold Nugget for sale .49 grams + Lucky Bonus Bag | #0196

A gold nugget is a naturally occurring piece of native gold that has broken free from its original lode and been shaped by erosion over time. Found in rivers, creeks, and ancient streambeds, gold nuggets range in size from tiny flakes to multi-ounce treasures. Each nugget is unique, with a raw, unrefined beauty that reflects its journey through nature. Mined from gold-rich regions like Alaska, California, and the Yukon, natural gold nuggets are highly valued by collectors, prospectors, and jewelers alike for their rarity, purity, and natural charm.

Natural gold nuggets are unique in shape, size, and purity—usually ranging between 65% and 95% pure gold, with some containing traces of silver or copper. Because they are rare and unaltered, natural nuggets are highly valued by collectors, jewelers, and gold enthusiasts.

Natural gold nuggets are weighed using the troy weight system, which is different from the standard (avoirdupois) system used for most other goods.

Here’s how it works:

• 1 troy ounce = 31.1 grams
• 1 troy pound = 12 troy ounces (unlike the standard 16 ounces in a regular pound)
• 1 troy ounce = 20 pennyweights (dwt)
• Smaller nuggets or flakes may also be measured in grams or grains for more precision.

Because gold is a precious metal, accuracy matters. The larger the nugget, the rarer and more valuable it typically is. For example, a 1-ounce natural gold nugget is extremely rare—often considered as unique and valuable as a high-carat diamond.

Gold Dredging

Gold dredging is a method of extracting gold from riverbeds or underwater deposits using a dredge—a machine that sucks or scoops up sediment from the bottom of a body of water, then separates the gold from other materials.

Metal Detecting

• Use a high-frequency metal detector designed for gold.
• Best for dry areas and where nuggets are close to the surface.
• Ideal for finding larger nuggets that other methods might miss.

Gold Panning

• Use a gold pan to wash gravel from riverbeds.
• Gold is heavy and settles at the bottom of the pan.
• Great for beginners and small-scale prospecting.

Sluicing

• A sluice box channels water over riffles that trap gold.
• More efficient than panning alone.
• Perfect for processing larger amounts of paydirt.

Drywashing

• Used in dry, gold-rich regions.
• Separates gold from dirt using air and vibration—no water needed.

Gold nuggets naturally form in a wide range of sizes—from tiny shimmering flakes to large, rare collector pieces. At Bobby Nugget, we offer a variety of nugget sizes perfect for collectors, hobbyists, and gold enthusiasts of all levels.

Gold Flakes

• Size: Less than 1mm
• Also called flour or micro gold
• Common in paydirt and beginner-friendly bags

Small Nuggets

• Size: 1mm – 5mm
• Often called “pickers”
• Easily visible and can be picked up with tweezers

Medium Nuggets

• Size: 5mm – 15mm
• Classic gold nugget size
• Great for collectors and display pieces

Large Nuggets

• Size: 15mm – 30mm
• Rare and valuable
• Often purchased for investment or high-end gifts

Jumbo Nuggets

• Size: Over 1 oz (31.1 grams)
• Extremely rare
• Collector-grade and often auctioned or displayed

💡 Most natural gold nuggets weigh under 1 gram. Nuggets over 1 ounce are considered exceptionally rare and prized by collectors worldwide.