The year was 1828, two decades before the California Gold Rush. Benjamin Parks, a humble deer hunter, tripped over an awfully shiny rock and set off North Georgia’s gold rush. In the year that ...

In this video, I explore gold prospecting near Dahlonega, Georgia, showcasing several notable finds, including pieces of flower gold. Additionally, the video features metal detecting for rare coins ...

DAHLONEGA, Ga. -- One cannot visit Dahlonega without being overwhelmed by its gold history. It's said the first gold was discovered by accident as a man stumbled over a big nugget of gold while out in ...

The annual Spring Athens Gem, Mineral, Fossil and Jewelry Show will open for three days at the Classic Center beginning Friday with a touch of “gold fever” added this year. The show’s director, Mark ...

Scientific American is part of Springer Nature, which owns or has commercial relations with thousands of scientific publications (many of them can be found at www ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. The first time I held a gold pan in my hands, I knew what I would ...