#81 • Natural Alaska Gold Nugget Bolo Tie with Walrus Tusk Tips

Part of June 2026 Premier Auction (live auction by Alaska Premier Auctions & Appraisals)

High bid $2,800.00

Status: Sold

Category: Apparel

A striking bolo tie featuring a large natural Alaska gold nugget mounted as the slide and paired with a classic black braided cord terminating in a pair of polished walrus tusk aiguillettes. Possessing an impressive irregular form and richly textured surface, the substantial nugget displays the rugged character and organic beauty that have long made Alaska placer gold prized by collectors and jewelers alike. The reverse is fitted with a gold-toned bolo mount, allowing the nugget itself to serve as the centerpiece of the design. Bolo ties fashioned from native gold have been popular throughout the American West and Alaska for generations, though examples incorporating genuine Alaska gold nuggets of this size are increasingly uncommon. The addition of polished walrus tusk terminals lends a distinctly northern character to the piece, combining two iconic materials associated with Alaska's natural and cultural heritage. The black braided cord measures approximately 36" in length, while the gold nugget slide, including its gold-toned backing, weighs approximately 27.31 grams. The walrus tusk aiguillettes are polished to a smooth finish and complement the rugged texture of the gold centerpiece beautifully.