"The Hook" - Highlands Scottish Gold Nugget, 2023 - 1.749g
Location: Highlands / Year: 2023 / Weight: 1.749g
Robert discovered this exceptionally rare nugget in the summer of 2023, deep in the wild and picturesque Highlands of Scotland. He named it “The Hook” after the distinctive curved tip that adds to the character if this piece. The smooth top has been naturally polished by centuries of river movement, telling the story of its ancient journey. With tiny gravel inclusions still embedded and a naturally high purity typical of Highland gold, we guarantee this unique specimen to be a minimum of 17 carats.
- Natural shape and patina
- Minimum 17 carat gold purity
- Obtained by fully licensed collector
- Measures approximately 15x9x3mm
- Weight 2.140g
- Comes with authenticity certificate & colourful 'Scottish Gold' pamphlet
- Supplied with free suspension display case & bespoke tweed drawstring pouch
- Fully tracked shipping
* Final price which includes a standard fully tracked shipping fee. Please note that if you wish shipping outside of the UK, USA, Canada, Europe, Australia or New Zealand, we may have to get in touch to request a supplemental fee, to cover excess charges we are charged.
From the private collection of Robert Smith, painstakingly accrued during the last decade of hunting for Scotland's gold. Robert has been known to Two Skies for several years, and we consider that he is currently Scotland's most successful gold prospector. His preferred method is bedrock sniping, which he undertakes during the summer months. Robert works within the regulations required from the landowners and is fully licensed for gold panning.