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 Gold Prospecting in Brazil : A 2025 Guide : Introduction : The New Brazilian Gold Rush Record gold prices are resulting in increased gold prospecting and mining activity around the globe. It is no surprise when 1 kg of gold can fetch around $107,766 (as of 1 July, 2025). Brazil, with its mineral-rich landscape, is no exception. The country produces an estimated 85+ metric tons a year and has untapped potential across its 8.5 million km². The country is experiencing a modern day gold rush. In this guide we explore the topic of gold prospecting and mining in Brazil, covering Brazil's gold rich areas, the legal landscape, and tips, techniques and equipment to use to improve your chances of finding more gold. 1. Brazil’s Golden Legacy & Modern Reality - Historical Foundations : The 18th-century gold rushe...