Facebook YouTube Share Tiktok Linktree by Goldminingtips Admin How to Spot Fool’s Gold It is understandable for a gold prospector to celebrate finding rocks with a shiny appearance in their gold pan; thinking that they have found gold. Before celebrating your find, you should make sure that you have actually found real gold and not one of the rocks that are often mistaken for gold. In this blog, we explore some of the rocks that are often mistaken for to gold. We also provide some useful information to help you identify if you found a material that looks like gold but is not. Why Learn How to Identify Fool's Gold? Although some rocks / materials can be mistaken for gold due to their metallic appearance, if you know what to look for, and how to do proper tests, you shall be able to easily distinguish between fool's gold, and other worthless material, and gold. This shall allow you to co...
Facebook YouTube Share Tiktok Linktree by Goldminingtips Admin Where to Find Gold in New Zealand Best Spots & Tips for Striking Gold Looking to pan for gold in New Zealand? New Zealand is a country with a rich history of gold prospecting and mining activity dating back to the 1860s. From the historic rivers of Otago to the untamed West Coast, there are plenty of locations where gold prospectors can search for gold. If you are considering prospecting for gold in New Zealand, this guide unpacks the richest regions, legal requirements, and insider strategies to help both hobbyists and seasoned prospectors uncover the country's hidden treasures. Top Gold Prospecting Locations in New Zealand New Zealand’s gold-rich regions cluster in the South Island, with designated public fossicking areas (GFAs) where permits aren’t required. Here’s where to focus: ...