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Precious metal values are quoted on the international market in troy ounces, yet commonly traded among private buyers and sellers in metric units, such as grams. In such cases, before a sale can take place, current spot market values quoted in troy units must be converted to equivalent values in the metric system. It is to address that need that I created this page.

I have put together a virtual field trip designed to explore a proven, easily learned and inexpensive method of prospecting for gold; it’s called sniping. This “tour” will visit one of hundreds of gold producing creeks open to prospecting in California’s Mother Lode districts and watch an expert gold sniper at work. At the conclusion of the text, a YouTube video is introduced to illustrate the general principles for harvesting gold underwater.

In the hope that others will benefit from my list of internet resources and links that I have collected over the years, I am posting them here; they have been invaluable in advancing my education and success in the field. If you have a link to suggest for inclusion, or have discovered a link on [...]

When I first started sluicing, years ago, I used to agonize over setting the proper slope to the box. I was constantly readjusting the angle while attempting to achieve optimal conditions for gold recovery, and I always doubted my tweaks. There were so many obvious variables to consider and it all seemed so complicated. However, as you will understand after reading the following, it really isn’t difficult at all, in fact, it’s a very simple procedure to perfect.

This is a copy of U.S Geological Survey publication “Prospecting for Gold in the United States” by Harold Kirkemo (1980), with updating commentary, personal opinions, photos and YouTube videos embedded by Jason Quinten Kincade. Be sure to read Jason’s Reasons for Optimism!… at the bottom of this post.

I used to be convinced that metal detecting was a highly overrated technology that made big bucks for its developers and promoters, while producing only sore backs and the rare nickle and dime for its practitioners. But, thanks to education and experience, I am happy to say, my opinion has taken a 180 degree turn for the better.