RE: Gold4 Dec 2023 20:44
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In 2017, 10 lots of Clogau gold, mined under government lease between 1979 and 1981, were auctioned with an estimate of about £9,000.
But after going under the hammer 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 price.
The smallest nugget weighing 3g (0.1oz) had a guide price of £600-£700 but sold 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.
Normal rules may not apply to the value of welsh gold.