VERY RARE - PLATINUM NUGGET - CRYSTAL-gray gold nuggets

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VERY RARE NATURAL PLATINUM CRYSTAL NUGGET NO RESERVE - FREE SHIPPING WITHIN THE USA You are bidding on a beautiful "FAT" Natural Platinum Crystal Nugget that comes from prospecting in Kondyer Massif, Khabarovskiy Kray, Russia. This nugget is over 3/16” long and weighs 11.4 GRAINS ( 0.74 Grams). That is HUGE for a natural Platinum crystal nugget. It is extremely rare to see one of these nuggets over about 1/2 gram. The larger they are, the more valuable they are due to their rarity. Platinum crystal nuggets are extremely rare, much more rare and valuable than regular river worn platinum nuggets. The price for platinum crystal nuggets like this one typically ranges from about $300 to $500 per gram, and they are very difficult to find for sale anyw So at the low end at $300 per gram, this nugget should sell for $222, at $500 per gram it would sell for $369. If you look at the other Platinum Crystal Nuggets sold on eBay on "Buy it Now" they are priced between $250 and $600 per gram and they are almost all smaller than this one. Non-crystal Platinum Nuggets would sell for considerably less than that, as they are not as rare or interesting. This shapely platinum crystal is just as it was found in a placer prospect in Russia. The shape has not been altered in any way. Notice the incredible geometric shapes of this spectacular platinum crystal. It is very fat and has nice surface features, excellent luster, and lots of character. It comes with a location card authenticating the discovery location and certifying the fact that it is a natural platinum crystal nugget. It is a gem grade multi-crystal nugget and the high bidder will not be disappointed. It would make a wonderful addition to your collection. It also makes a great investment and is ideal for jewelry making, gift giving or displaying. I have sold many Platinum Nuggets and other items on Ebay. Check out all the positive feedback from my many satisfied buyers. You can bid on my auctions in confidence. I photograph all my nuggets using a close-up lens, which magnifies the nuggets to show more detail. The nugget you see is the nugget you will receive. The lines in the ruler are in 1/16" increments. PLEASE CLICK TO SEE MY OTHER EBAY AUCTIONS More Information About Natural Platinum Crystals Platinum in natural nugget form is a rare occurrence, much more so when it occurs in crystal form. Platinum crystals, like the one on auction , are the rarest form of platinum and occur mainly in Russia. They are rarely found anyw else in the world. Truly this is a rare collectors item. Platinum crystals and platinum nuggets are found in their natural state in “placer” form. “Placer” means that the metal has been released by the elements ( water, ice, wind, glaciers, etc ), from its original location ( usually in a vein of some sort ), and has been deposited by the elements to a different location ( often a river, stream, gulley or an ancient river bed ). SHIPPING & HANDLING: Shipping & Handling is FREE within the USA. INSURANCE: If you don't insure your items, they are shipped at your risk of loss by the Postal Service. Insurance charges (within the USA only) are $1.70 for combined winning bids up to $50, $2.15 over $50 up to $100, $2.60 over $100 up to $200, $4.60 over $200 up to $300. Add $0.95 for each additional $100 over $300. INTERNATIONAL BUYERS: Shipping & Handling outside the USA is $2.95. Insurance is available at extra cost if desired. Email me for exact insurance cost outside the USA. Combined orders over $200 and shipping outside the USA must be shipped by Insured Express Mail and the Shipping and Handling charge paid by buyer will be $32.00. Buyer must also pay any customs or duty charges required to be paid by their countries Customs or Postal Service. MONEY BACK GUARANTEE: If any item purchased from my auctions is not exactly as described in the auction you may return it for a full refund of your purchase price. read more

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