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Arizona Gold History – Old China Dam

Hidden just north of Lake Pleasant, where the flat desert floor abruptly collides with the rugged foothills of the Bradshaw Mountains, lies one of Arizona’s coolest historical anomalies: The Old China Dam.

Arizona Gold History - Old China Dam

Arizona Gold History – Old China Dam

For most off-roaders and hikers heading up Cow Creek Road, it’s a scenic pit stop—a beautifully preserved stone wall cutting through Humbug Creek. But for gold prospectors, it represents something much more intriguing: the remnants of a massive, failed 19th-century gold rush that left plenty of color behind for modern-day panners. (more…)

By Bob711, ago

Spot Gold Market Pulse

Spot Gold Market Pulse

For those of us with boots on the ground in the prospecting community, 2026 has been nothing short of a historic year for gold. We’ve watched the spot price trace a massive arc—climbing to breath-taking record highs early in the year, testing our nerves during a sharp correction, and now showing clear signs of life as we head into the final stretch of summer.

Spot Gold Market Pulse

Spot Gold Market Pulse

Whether you’re panning the creeks or following the global markets, the numbers tell a compelling story. Let’s break down the data to see where we’ve been and what the charts are whispering for the months ahead.

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By Bob711, ago

Gold in Pyrite

Gold in Pyrite

Pyrite cluster

Pyrite cluster

Pyrite, commonly known as “fool’s gold,” is often found in association with small, sometimes minute, quantities of real gold. While not every pyrite deposit contains gold, it is a common host mineral for gold in many ore deposits globally, making it a valuable indicator mineral for prospectors. (more…)

By Bob711, ago

$20,000 Gold Revaluation

$20,000 Gold Revaluation

A Wealth Transfer or a Wealth Trap?
$20,000 Gold Revaluation

$20,000 Gold Revaluation

There is a growing chorus of speculation: the government, drowning in nearly $40 trillion of debt, will eventually be forced to “revalue” its gold holdings to a staggering $20,000 an ounce to balance the books. At first glance, this sounds like a dream for those holding physical gold.

But history and economic logic suggest that before the “bonus” arrives, the trap snaps shut. (more…)

By Bob711, ago

Gold Drops $100

Gold Drops $100: Why the Peace Deal Flipped the Market Playbook

Gold Drops $100

Gold Drops $100

The global markets pulled a complete regime shift this morning, just prior to the start of trading on the New York Stock Exchange. With peace announcements hitting the tape and a formal treaty being signed with Iran, gold took a massive, sharp plunge of over $100. For many traders tracking the action over the last six months, this move felt entirely upside down. Why? Because recently, peace rumors caused gold to rally, while escalating geopolitical tensions sent it lower. (more…)

By Bob711, ago

Fort Knox Gold

Fort Knox Gold: Vaulted Truth or Vanishing Act?

Fort Knox Gold

Fort Knox Gold

President Trump rattled cages last year—demanded a Fort Knox audit. Elon Musk echoed, “Let’s look.” Treasury shrugged: “It’s fine.” Last real check? Nineteen fifty-three. Since then? Spot audits. No third-party eyes. No lease ledger. (more…)

By Bob711, ago

Gold’s Big Day: Just $50–$100 from $5,000 – Could It Hit Tomorrow?

Gold’s Big Day

What a ride for gold today! On January 22, 2026, COMEX gold futures surged 1.59% to settle at $4,908.80 per ounce, smashing fresh all-time highs with intraday peaks pushing toward $4,930 in after-hours.

Gold's Big Day

Gold’s Big Day

Spot gold flirted with $4,917–$4,962 across feeds, putting the magical $5,000 mark tantalizingly close—anywhere from $40–$90 away depending on the exact quote. (more…)

By Bob711, ago

Gold-to-Silver Ratio 2026: Is It Time to Sell Silver and Buy Gold?

Gold-to-Silver Ratio 2026

Gold-to-Silver Ratio 2026

Gold-to-Silver Ratio 2026

The Great Flip: Is It Time to Trade Your Silver for Gold?

For centuries, seasoned investors haven’t just looked at the price of gold or silver; they’ve looked at the Gold-to-Silver Ratio (GSR). This simple number—how many ounces of silver it takes to buy a single ounce of gold—is one of the oldest continuously tracked exchange rates in human history.

But as we start 2026, the ratio is doing something we haven’t seen in over a decade. After years of silver being “cheap” compared to gold, the script has flipped. If you’ve been holding silver, you might be sitting on a once-in-a-generation opportunity to trade up into gold. (more…)

By Bob711, ago

Gold market crash 2025

Gold market crash 2025

Gold market crash 2025 - Gold Gold Bars - Standard Restoration Act,

 The one-day drop in the price of gold (via futures) was very large. Given that, I’ll walk through what likely drove the drop, where the risks lie going forward, and what the potential upside/scenarios could be. Note: this is not investment advice — just my take on how the pieces fit together. (more…)

By Bob711, ago

Gold Trading – The Comex

What is the COMEX?

gold bars - Gold Trading - The Comex

gold bars

The COMEX (Commodity Exchange Inc.) is the world’s primary futures and options market for trading metals like gold, silver, and copper.

COMEX provides a regulated and transparent platform where participants can manage risk, speculate on market movements, and gain exposure to the underlying assets. It is a vital component of the global financial system and a key hub for price discovery, as the prices and daily activities on the exchange impact the precious metals markets around the world.
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By Bob711, ago

Jump in Gold Price

Jump in Gold Price

Based on the latest available data, the spot price of gold has experienced a significant jump today and has seen a substantial increase year-to-date.

Jump in Gold Price

Jump in Gold Price

Gold prices reached an all-time high today, with the spot price for one troy ounce climbing to over $3,530. This surge is attributed to several key factors:
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By Bob711, ago

Yuma Arizona Gold Prospecting

Yuma Arizona Gold Prospecting

Gold prospecting on the Barry M. Goldwater Range (BMGR) in Yuma is a complex issue due to its primary purpose as a military training range.

While portions of the BMGR are open for public recreation, there are significant restrictions and dangers to be aware of.Here’s a breakdown of what you need to know: (more…)

By Bob711, ago

Arizona 2nd. Largest Gold Nugget

Arizona 2nd. Largest Gold Nugget

The largest reported gold nugget found in Arizona weighed 61.5 ounces (3.84 pounds)25. This impressive nugget was discovered in the mountains of Arizona, though the exact location is not specified in the search results.

Another significant find was the “Eureka” gold nugget, which is reported to be the second-largest ever found in Arizona. (more…)

By Bob711, ago

Arizona Gold Mine Search

Arizona Gold Mine Search

The question of whether the Lost Dutchman’s Gold Mine was an actual, producing gold mine is at the heart of the legend.

Jacob Waltz did possess and display very rich gold ore. This is a point that lends credence to the idea that he found a significant source of gold. (more…)

By Bob711, ago

Fort Knox Gold?

Fort Knox Gold?

The last time a full, physical audit was conducted of the gold reserves at Fort Knox was in 1953. This audit involved a physical verification of the gold shortly after President Eisenhower took office.

Since then, there have been limited inspections, but none constituted a comprehensive audit:

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By Bob711, ago

Spot Gold Biggest Intraday Jump in Five Years

Spot Gold Biggest Intraday Jump in Five Years

Spot Gold Biggest Intraday Jump in Five Years

Large natural gold nugget

The spot gold price rose as much as 3.8% to as high as $3.095.13 an ounce Wednesday, the biggest intraday increase since March 2020!

“Gold is currently the ultimate safe haven as worries about US fiscal stability continues to rise,” said Ole Hansen, head of commodity strategy at Saxo Bank AS. (more…)

By Bob711, ago