Facebook YouTube Share Tiktok Linktree by Goldminingtips Admin Where to Find Gold in Indonesia Looking to pan for gold in Indonesia? This part of the world isn’t just a tropical paradise—it’s a treasure chest holding an estimated 2,600 tons of gold reserves (5% of global deposits). * From corporate mega-mines to rivers where villagers sieve nuggets, opportunities abound for hobbyists and serious prospectors. But navigating Indonesia’s complex geology, regulations, and environmental risks requires local know-how. This guide unpacks the richest regions, legal pitfalls, and proven techniques to help you uncover hidden gold. Top Gold Prospecting Locations in Indonesia Indonesia’s gold spans 30+ provinces, but these five regions offer prime potential: 1. Mimika, Papua: Home to the Grasberg Mine, the world’s largest gold mine, producing ~240 kg of pure gold daily. While c...
Facebook YouTube Share Tiktok Linktree by Goldminingtips Admin Garrett ATX (PI) vs Nokta Simplex Lite (VLF) For newcomers to metal detecting, choosing between Pulse Induction (PI) and Very Low Frequency (VLF) technology feels like picking a first car: affordability versus capability, simplicity versus versatility. After testing 2025’s top entry-level models, I’ll cut through the hype and reveal which tech truly suits your gold prospecting or treasure-hunting goals. Contender 1: Nokta Simplex Lite (Entry-Level VLF) Ideal for : Coin shooting, jewelry hunting, and trash-laden parks . - Depth & Gold Size : Detects coins/jewelry up to 8 inches deep , but struggles with sub-0.5g gold flakes. Its 12 kHz frequency excels on coin-sized conductive targets but misses tiny gold . - Weight & Design : 1.2 kg (2.6 lbs) with a collapsible carbon shaft—li...