Alaskan Yukon BC Gold Rush Natural Gold Nugget Lot – 5 Pieces (.08 Grams Each)

This genuine Alaskan-Yukon BC Gold Rush natural gold nugget lot includes 5 individual nuggets, each weighing 0.08 grams. These authentic placer gold nuggets are ethically mined and sourced from the historic Atlin, British Columbia region near Skagway, Alaska — an area made famous during the 1898 Klondike Gold Rush.

Each purchase includes 10% savings compared to buying individually, a certificate of authenticity, and dual-weight verification before shipping.

Product Details

• Weight: 0.08 grams per nugget (5-piece lot)
• Purity: 82–86% natural gold (16–20KT)
• Type: Placer Gold Nuggets
• Origin: Atlin, British Columbia, near Skagway, Alaska
• Authentication: Certificate of Authenticity included

About These Alaskan BC Gold Nuggets

We refer to these as Alaskan Yukon BC Gold Nuggets because they are mined in Atlin, British Columbia — approximately 50 miles from Skagway, Alaska. This region became internationally known during the Klondike Gold Rush of 1898.

Gold from this vast region is naturally diverse in purity and mineral content, often containing trace elements such as silver and copper. Nuggets found closer to bedrock may appear reddish, while those found in silt-rich areas may have greenish tones.

Because these are small flakes, they are weighed on a calibrated two-digit-precision scale. Each batch is double-verified by employees, and every purchase includes documentation with two signatures confirming weight and quantity.

Please Note: You will receive nuggets of the same weight and quality, though they may not be the exact pieces pictured. Images include a U.S. quarter (24.5mm diameter) for size reference.

Ethical & Eco-Friendly Placer Mining

Dawson and Atlin mining operations use water-only placer mining methods, meaning no harmful chemicals are used in gold recovery. This is considered one of the most environmentally responsible methods of mining natural gold.

Miners in this region are actively restoring land affected by historical mining. Vegetation and wildlife often return within 1–6 years after restoration efforts.

What Is a Natural Gold Nugget?

A natural gold nugget forms when gold breaks free from quartz deposits through erosion. These pieces are commonly referred to as placer gold and are found in rivers, streams, and ancient underground riverbeds. Each nugget is completely unique — no two are identical.

How Pure Are Gold Nuggets?

Natural gold nuggets typically range from 65% to 95% purity (16–23KT), often containing small amounts of silver or copper. Nuggets from this region average 82–86% purity.

How Are Gold Nuggets Weighed?

Gold is traditionally weighed in troy ounces (31.1 grams per troy ounce). Smaller nuggets are commonly measured in grams or pennyweight (DWT). Larger nuggets are increasingly rare and highly valuable.

How Are Natural Gold Nuggets Found?

They are recovered using gold pans, suction dredges, metal detectors, or large-scale earth-moving equipment that separates gold from sediment.

Guaranteed Authentic – Never Man-Made

Some sellers create imitation nuggets by melting flakes and casting them into nugget shapes. Our gold nuggets are 100% natural and never manufactured. Every order includes a certificate of authenticity backed by Orocal.

About Gold Nuggets By Grant

Founded in 2013, Gold Nuggets By Grant has served thousands of satisfied customers worldwide. With four generations of gold nugget experience and direct access to miners in Alaska, Canada, and Australia, we offer one of the largest selections of genuine natural gold nuggets available online.

Through long-standing relationships with Orocal — a global leader in natural gold jewelry — we guarantee authenticity, ethical sourcing, and quality in every piece.

Giving Back

We proudly donate 10% of the proceeds from this item to charitable causes. 5% supports Kitty Hamilton Ministries, serving communities worldwide since 1988. The remaining 5% benefits Destiny Life Builders in the Philippines, providing care for up to 300 children in need.

We also support clean water initiatives and environmental projects through Gold Into Water.