#97 • Alaska Platinum & Gold Nuggets

Part of September 2025 Premier Auction (live auction by Alaska Premier Auctions & Appraisals)

High bid $850.00

Status: Sold

Category: Natural History

Three total nuggets includes a natural platinum nugget with a dense, high-relief surface and metallic luster ranging from silvery gray to gunmetal black. The irregular, heavily textured form reflects its native state, shaped by glacial or fluvial forces over centuries before discovery. Platinum nuggets are significantly rarer than gold in their natural form and are typically found in secondary deposits alongside other heavy minerals. Known for its extreme density, corrosion resistance, and high melting point, platinum is prized in both industrial applications and fine jewelry. This specimen offers considerable interest for collectors and artisans alike. Also includes two natural Alaskan gold nuggets displaying a richly textured surface with deep crevices and a bright luster. The nuggets' rugged contours and dense weight reflect their natural formation in a placer deposit shaped by centuries of erosion and sediment transport. Their warm, golden tone and irregular shape make them appealing specimens for both collectors and artisans. The platinum specimen case measures approximately 1.5" x 1.5" x 1" with a nugget weight of 0.60 grams, while the gold specimens weigh a combined total of 6.26 grams.