77.8 Gram Natural Gold Nugget from McCarthy, Alaska

Although the McCarthy/Kennecott area is celebrated for its early-20th-century copper boom, gold mining also played a role, especially as McCarthy served as a gateway to the Chisana (formerly Shushanna) gold stampede of 1913. Prospectors traveled from McCarthy up McCarthy Creek and across rugged terrain to reach one of Alaska’s most remote and short-lived gold rushes This natural gold nugget weighs 77.8 grams, about 2 1/2 troy ounces. It is over 2″ long, almost 1/4″ thick, and about 1 1/4″ wide. It was mined in the summer of 2024.

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! Because of the value of this nugget, the funds must be transferred by bank wire. If you need us to ship it to you, there will be an additional fee for insurance. Call for more information, 907-278-8414.