Mica

[mouseman60]

Has anybody ever had luck finding gold. In a creek that has a lot of mica. I ask because I for one aren't having any fun finding gold

 

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[KevinInColorado]

Sure. Mica is so light it's easy to separate from gold. Just don't let its looks deceive you!

 

[arizau]

Though there is no real association with gold, mica is often found in areas where gold is found. Gold is heavy and most often found on or close to bed rock so part of your problem may be that you are checking the wrong material.

If you are finding black sands and no gold then the area you are searching may not be gold bearing. Gold is most often found today in areas where it has been found before so do some research to give you a better chance of finding some. Blind searches in un-notable areas are usually fruitless. Be more specific as to the general area you are working and you will probably be given some tips as to where to find some.

Good luck

 

[CApicker]

I have seen many people mention Mining Claims Maps as a great resource for prospectors. If you look in the right places Gold is there. It's all over the place. good luck.

 

[Capt Nemo]

Mica is a swear word around here!

Especially when it sticks to the bottom of a pan, and then suddenly floats off.

I see a lot of it in glacial till from the granite areas in WI. But there's a little gold in that stuff.

 

[The Gilded Lens]

Sure! The Yuba had a lot of mica and gold. You can see the mica just sitting there on the riverbed. But you won't find any gold on that top layer with it.