
Description
This distinctive gold nugget was found by Tyler Mahoney in the highly historic goldfield of Kanowna - an area deeply woven into her family's history and the broader story of Australian gold. Kanowna is known for its rich patches and legacy finds, making discoveries here especially meaningful. The nugget has a striking coral-like form, with branching, organic shapes that immediately set it apart from more common rounded nuggets. Its unusual structure hints at the way the gold grew and settled, giving it both strong visual appeal and geological interest. In a moment that perfectly blends old-school effort with modern prospecting, Tyler cut the ground with a loader, exposing the area before running a detector over it - a hands-on, instinct-driven approach that led directly to this find. A rare piece with unmistakable character, this nugget represents experience, heritage, and the enduring pull of gold in one of Australia's most storied goldfields. PURITY: 22k.
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53.8g Natural Gold Nugget - Found by Tyler Mahoney
Estimate $25-$300,000
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Bullion, Gold Nuggets & Coin Auction
Mar 28, 2026 9:00 AM EDTGreenville, SC, United States
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