Clogau gold26 Aug 2020 12:31
On 28th November 2017, 10 lots of Clogau gold, mined under government lease between 1979 and 1981, were expected to fetch about £9,000. But after going under the hammer at auction in Colwyn Bay, the lots went for £44,000, the auctioneer had been told by experts that Welsh gold was "visibly discernible" from other types and the "Clogau factor" could increase the selling amount.
The smallest nugget weighed 3g (0.1oz) had a guide price of £600-£700 but went for £4,000.
The 16.26g (0.5oz) of gold flakes and dust was expected to fetch between £1,600 and £2,000 but went for £10,500.