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      Facebook   YouTube   Share   Tiktok   Linktree     by Goldminingtips Admin The 5 Best Metal Detectors Under $300 in 2025   Plus Expert Tips for Beginners! Searching for a metal detector can be difficult with so many options available.  Whether you want to start metal detecting as a hobby, or as a passport to a new adventure, or even to find a large gold nugget, you want to buy a detector that has the best features that shall allow you to achieve what you want, within your budget.  With so many options available, you certainly don’t need a fortune to start! After carrying out some research,  we’ve curated the top 5 metal detectors under $300  that deliver pro-level performance without breaking the bank.   $300 Detectors With High Performing Features  Paying $300, or less, or a metal detector no longer means getting a flimsy toy.  Today’s sub-$300 models pack features once reserved for top...

       Facebook   YouTube   Share   Tiktok   Linktree     by Goldminingtips Admin Metal Detector Comparison: Minelab Vanquish 340 vs. OKM Pulse Nova   Choosing a metal detector that best meets your needs is not straightforward due to the wide range of options on the market.  This post is aimed at making it easier for you to decide what type of metal detector meets your gold prospecting or treasure hunting goals.  We shall be comparing two popular detectors you can find on the market. The first detector is the  Minelab Vanquish 340 which is a VLF type, and the other detector is OKM Pulse Nova - a PI type detector. VLF Type:  The Minelab Vanquish 340 Built for extreme depth and harsh terrains.   - Weight : Heavy-duty at 2.5 kg (5.5 lbs).  - Soil Handling : Unmatched in iron-infested soils or black sand. Zero ground balancing needed.   - Water Use : Land-only. ...

     Facebook   YouTube   Share   Blog   Linktree      by Goldminingtips Admin The Largest Gold Nugget in America | The Monumental Nugget  In August, 1869 the 'Monumental Nugget' was unearthed in California, USA.  This nugget holds the record for being the largest gold nugget found in the US, weighing a staggering 1,696 ounces (approximately 48 kilograms). The nugget was found in Sierra Buttes Mine, Sierra County, California, which had an impact on the California Gold Rush in Sierra County and the surrounding areas. The discovery of the Monumental Nugget is therefore directly tied to the historical significance of the California Gold Rush, which began in 1848 with the discovery of gold at Sutter's Mill. The Circumstances How The Nugget Was Found  The five prospectors who discovered the nugget did not disclose their names.  The nugget was found after heavy rainfall, suggesting that the earth that was covering the nugge...

    Facebook   YouTube   Share   Blog   Linktree    by Goldminingtips Admin What is a gold nugget? A gold nugget is a naturally occurring piece of native gold. They are formed deep underground at high temperatures and are brought to the surface through weathering and erosion.  Nuggets are often found in placers, which are deposits of sand and gravel where gold has been concentrated by the action of water. What is the largest gold nugget ever found? The largest gold nugget ever found is the Welcome Stranger, which was discovered in Moliagul, Victoria, Australia in 1869.  It weighed over 2,520 troy ounces (78 kg; 173 lb) and yielded over 2,284 troy ounces (71.0 kg; 156.6 lb) of pure gold. Unfortunately, like many large nuggets, it was melted down. What is the largest surviving gold nugget? The largest surviving gold nugget is the Canaã nugget, also known as the Pepita Canaã.  It was found in the Serra Pelada Mine in Brazil in 1983 a...