Gold nuggets are naturally occurring pieces of gold that have been weathered and eroded from their original deposits. They vary in size, from small grains to large chunks, and are typically found in riverbeds, creeks, and alluvial deposits. Nuggets are highly sought after by prospectors and collectors due to their rarity and unique shapes.

Gold nuggets are often more valuable than their weight in gold due to their collectible nature, with larger and well-formed nuggets fetching premium prices. They are typically recovered through metal detecting, sluicing, or dry blowing in arid regions.