Unique Antique Collection of Native Gold Nuggets from Northern Italy – 15 display cases- 14.7 g






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Unique antique collection of 15 display cases containing native gold nuggets totalling 14.7 g from rivers Ticino, Ebro, Orba, Orco and Elvo in Northern Italy, shown in a glass‑lidded case with a velvet base.
Description from the seller
A unique antique collection of 15 precious boxes containing native gold nuggets from the main historic gold placers of Northern Italy: 4 from the Ticino River, 1 from the Ebro, 2 from the Orba, 5 from the Orco, and 3 from the Elvo. The cumulative gold weight is 14.7 g. The result of a lifetime of passion, exploration, and amateur fieldwork, these specimens are beautifully arranged in an elegant glass-lidded display case with a velvet-lined base. From a private collection, this rare ensemble captures the timeless allure of natural gold. An extraordinary opportunity for collectors.
Description en français
Collection ancienne et unique composée de 15 boîtes précieuses renfermant des pépites d’or natif provenant des principaux gisements alluvionnaires du nord de l’Italie : 4 du fleuve Ticino, 1 de l’Ebro, 2 de l’Orba, 5 de l’Orco et 3 de l’Elvo. Poids total : 14,7 g d’or natif. Fruit d’une vie d’aventures, de recherches et de passion, chaque échantillon est soigneusement présenté dans un élégant coffret vitré à fond en velours. Issue d’une collection privée, cette série rare reflète tout le charme intemporel de l’or naturel. Une occasion exceptionnelle.
Descrizione in italiano
Collezione antica e unica composta da 15 pregiate scatole contenenti pepite d’oro nativo provenienti dai principali giacimenti auriferi alluvionali del Nord Italia: 4 dal Ticino, 1 dall’Ebro, 2 dall’Orba, 5 dall’Orco e 3 dall’Elvo. Peso cumulativo: 14,7 g di oro nativo. Frutto di una vita di avventure e ricerche amatoriali nei fiumi auriferi, i campioni sono elegantemente esposti in una teca con coperchio in vetro e fondo in velluto. Proveniente da collezione privata, questo insieme raro esprime tutto il fascino dell’oro naturale. Un’occasione davvero imperdibile.
Descripción en español
Colección antigua y única formada por 15 cajas preciosas con pepitas de oro nativo procedentes de los principales placeres auríferos del norte de Italia: 4 del río Ticino, 1 del Ebro, 2 del Orba, 5 del Orco y 3 del Elvo. Peso total acumulado: 14,7 g de oro nativo. Resultado de una vida de aventuras y búsquedas amateur en ríos auríferos, los especímenes están elegantemente dispuestos en una vitrina con tapa de vidrio y base de terciopelo. Procedente de colección privada, este conjunto raro captura el encanto del oro natural. Una oportunidad excepcional.
Seller's Story
A unique antique collection of 15 precious boxes containing native gold nuggets from the main historic gold placers of Northern Italy: 4 from the Ticino River, 1 from the Ebro, 2 from the Orba, 5 from the Orco, and 3 from the Elvo. The cumulative gold weight is 14.7 g. The result of a lifetime of passion, exploration, and amateur fieldwork, these specimens are beautifully arranged in an elegant glass-lidded display case with a velvet-lined base. From a private collection, this rare ensemble captures the timeless allure of natural gold. An extraordinary opportunity for collectors.
Description en français
Collection ancienne et unique composée de 15 boîtes précieuses renfermant des pépites d’or natif provenant des principaux gisements alluvionnaires du nord de l’Italie : 4 du fleuve Ticino, 1 de l’Ebro, 2 de l’Orba, 5 de l’Orco et 3 de l’Elvo. Poids total : 14,7 g d’or natif. Fruit d’une vie d’aventures, de recherches et de passion, chaque échantillon est soigneusement présenté dans un élégant coffret vitré à fond en velours. Issue d’une collection privée, cette série rare reflète tout le charme intemporel de l’or naturel. Une occasion exceptionnelle.
Descrizione in italiano
Collezione antica e unica composta da 15 pregiate scatole contenenti pepite d’oro nativo provenienti dai principali giacimenti auriferi alluvionali del Nord Italia: 4 dal Ticino, 1 dall’Ebro, 2 dall’Orba, 5 dall’Orco e 3 dall’Elvo. Peso cumulativo: 14,7 g di oro nativo. Frutto di una vita di avventure e ricerche amatoriali nei fiumi auriferi, i campioni sono elegantemente esposti in una teca con coperchio in vetro e fondo in velluto. Proveniente da collezione privata, questo insieme raro esprime tutto il fascino dell’oro naturale. Un’occasione davvero imperdibile.
Descripción en español
Colección antigua y única formada por 15 cajas preciosas con pepitas de oro nativo procedentes de los principales placeres auríferos del norte de Italia: 4 del río Ticino, 1 del Ebro, 2 del Orba, 5 del Orco y 3 del Elvo. Peso total acumulado: 14,7 g de oro nativo. Resultado de una vida de aventuras y búsquedas amateur en ríos auríferos, los especímenes están elegantemente dispuestos en una vitrina con tapa de vidrio y base de terciopelo. Procedente de colección privada, este conjunto raro captura el encanto del oro natural. Una oportunidad excepcional.
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