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Montana's rich history of gold prospecting, gold rushes and epidemics of gold fever justify the name - 'The Treasure State". Courtesy: Montana Heritage Commission The Stuart brothers set up the first sluice boxes at Gold Creek in May, 1862, but the first major gold strike in Montana was at Grasshopper Creek on July 18, 1862. Gold-seekers attracted to the area quickly exceeded the number of claims, and, of course, not everyone who came found gold. The town of Bannack sprang up overnight to serve the miners. In the spring of 1863, a party of six men set out to look for gold "over on ... Read Full Story

With the price of gold over $1,000 an oz, many are hopping to strike it rich. Arizona is just one of the states to see a modern day gold rush. gold nuggets for sale Related Posts:Arizona Gold Prospecting - Arizona Metal DetectingPeter Schiff --- Buy Foreign Stocks - Buy GoldArizona Gold ProspectingMetal Detector Amateur Finds English Gold [...] Read Full Story

By Sylvan Newby Buying a metal detector can be tough especially for beginners. There are seriously too many metal detectors, models and array of products for you to choose from. There are also too many metal detector review sites in the internet that can be confusing to brand switchers and beginners alike. It is important to consider your selection and purchase of a metal detector. The process of figuring out and weeding through the selection of detectors available involves these factors: Determine your goals and needs. Buying the right machine depends on your understanding of all the important facts on the different types of ... Read Full Story

By: Marlene Affeld Montana, known as the ???Treasure State", is indeed a treasure chest for rock collectors and gold prospectors. Gold, fossils, garnets, sapphires and quartz crystals are but a few of the many rocks, minerals and gemstones to be found throughout the state. Please be respectful of private lands and mining claims. It is wise to seek permission on private land and check with the local U.S. Forest Service or Bureau of Land Management office about the areas you wish to explore for collecting purposes. As a general rule, you may collect fossils, minerals, gemstones and rocks on public lands without a permit ... Read Full Story

Eden’s Gate SW 1/4 Section 29 and NW 1/4 Section 30, Township 17 North, Range 28 West Mineral County, Montana 40 Acres Non-Patented List Price: $7,200.00 For more information please contact: Marlene Affeld marlene@nandugreen.com The Eden’s Gate Gold Claim offers impressive mining opportunities. An extensive amount of exposed bedrock as well as the natural streambed support productive gold recovery. The claim is suited for most types of gold mining activities from panning , sluicing and high-banking to metal detecting , dowsing and dredging. An adjoining 40 acre claim has been mined commercially and was lasted worked with heavy equipment including backhoes, trommel, dump trucks ... Read Full Story