69.8 Gram Gold Nugget

Nugget Highlights

• Weight: 69.8 grams (2.24 troy ounces)

• Gold Content: ~79% purity = approximately 1.77–1.78 troy ounces of fine gold

• Alloy Content: Balance of natural silver and trace minerals typical in placer gold deposits

• Appearance: Substantial size with rugged surfaces, unique contours, and rich golden hues

• Rarity Factor: Nuggets over 1 ounce are already scarce; at more than 2 troy ounces, this is a premium collector’s specimen

Historical & Natural Significance

• Formed over millions of years through erosion, sedimentation, and natural geological processes.

• Nuggets with ~79% purity are typical of many goldfields, where silver naturally mixes with gold (often called “electrum”).

• Each nugget tells a unique geological story, making it both a scientific specimen and a collector’s prize.

Collectibility & Investment

• At nearly 70 grams, this nugget represents a substantial piece, far rarer than small placer finds.